Wine lovers throughout Southern California are flocking to Temecula restaurant, Leoness Cellars, to indulge in their classic French cuisine. Each dish begins with housemade broths and sauces...
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Soak Your Cares Away and Pamper Yourself At Glen Ivy Hot Springs
If you're looking to plan the perfect relaxing getaway then look no further than Glen Ivy Hot Springs. Glenn Ivy is like a relaxing desert oasis complete with 19 mineral baths and...
Walk Off Your Patio And Into The Vineyards At This Beautiful Temecula Hotel
If you're ready for a much-needed getaway and looking for a great Temecula hotel, then you"ll want to look up Carter Estate. This weekend we headed down to Wine Country for some well-deserved...
Dock and Dine As You Enjoy a Boat Ride To Lighthouse Bayview Cafe
Newport Beach provides a great experience for foodies and ocean lovers to Dock and Dine at their favorite restaurant. Locals can enjoy beautiful views and cool ocean breezes as they...
Old Vine Cafe in Costa Mesa Serves Unique Brunch Dishes With A Twist
Old Vine Cafe in Costa Mesa is a quaint rustic hipster equivalent spot located at The Camp in Costa Mesa. The Camp is like a more luxurious version of Silverlake in LA with cute trendy...
Your Ultimate Guide to The Knotts Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival 2018
Get out your stylish Boysenberry Beanie because the Knotts Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival is back! This year they have all new tasty creations as well as a few of last years favorites. We...
The Best Foodie Finds From The Disneyland Food and Wine Festival 2018
The Disneyland Food and Wine Festival has consistently impressed with their innovative and delicious selections that celebrate Californias unique ingredients. This year is no different,...
First Glance: Marriott’s Hive and Honey is Irvine’s First Rooftop Bar and It’s Sweet!
The Marriott's Hive and Honey Rooftop Bar finally delivers a great location for adults to enjoy some cocktails, a fantastic view, and a classy night out on the town. Orange County is perfect...
First Glance: Puesto Irvine Delights with Authentic Mexican Flavors
It's no surprise that one of the biggest restaurant openings this year has been the new Puesto Irvine location. Let's be honest, Californian's love their tacos. They are basically our state...
Olea in Newport Beach Brings Delicious Wine Country Cuisine to Orange County
Olea in Newport Beach is the latest in trendy upscale dining to make its way onto the restaurant scene. Combining an atmosphere of rustic elegance and wine-country inspired selection they...
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The Top 5 Best Orange County Happy Hours 2018
As this year comes to a close, its time to talk about the best Orange County happy hours 2018. So what makes a great happy hour? Drink specials are great, but I'm all about the food and ambiance. I want a place a can go after...
Glen Ivy Introduces New Trendy CBD Oil Massages
The latest trend in beauty treatments can be found at one of my favorite relaxing SoCal retreats, Glen Ivy. With the new growing awareness from the legalization of marijuana across the country, numerous industries are have begun...
Knotts Scary Farm Brings New Mazes and Halloween Scares
Knotts Scary Farm is one of my must visit attractions during Halloween. There must be hundreds of creepy ghouls around every corner waiting for the perfect moment to get a good scream out of guests. The mazes are...
Fig and Olive in Newport Beach, For When Only the Best Will Do!
This article is long overdue for one of my absolute favorite restaurants, Fig and Olive in Newport Beach. I often get asked what my favorite restaurants are in Orange County and I go to the Fig and Olive in Newport...
We’ve Got Your Crazy Fair Food From This Years 2018 OC Fair
The OC Fair never ceases to amaze me and the 2018 OC Fair is no different. Each year is a battle to outdo the prior year's fantastic foodie feats. It is a time-honored tradition that each summer I loosen up my belt notch and...
Kick Off Your Summer With New Rides, Shows, & Fun At Knotts Berry Farm
It's time to celebrate summer and what better way to do so than take a trip to Knotts Berry Farm. The theme park is the ideal summer adventure location and is celebrating summer with the return of Ghost Town Alive, a...
Discover Why This Victorian House is one of the Most Charming Hotels in Napa
While scouring the internet for hours searching for the perfect Napa hotel, I came across the strikingly charming White House Inn. The accommodations are often my favorite part of a vacation, allowing me to truly feel...
A Feast For The Eyes: The Best Napa Food and Wine Pairing You’ve Ever Seen
Before planning our Napa Valley travel feature, I knew I wanted to experience the best Napa food and wine pairing available. In fact, when scouring the internet you"ll find numerous wineries offering a variety of...