This week I made a visit to SeaWorld San Diego to celebrate my birthday. I had not been to SeaWorld since I visited with my dad as a little girl. This year I wanted to do something extra...
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At Jsix Restaurant in San Diego You’ll Enjoy Table-side Truffles & More
During our amazing stay in San Diego, we had the pleasure of dining at Jsix Restaurant at The Kimpton Hotel. Jsix is known for offering elegant cuisine slightly influenced by Chef...
Here’s Why the Unique Westgate Hotel in San Diego Should Be Your Next Staycation
If you are looking for truly unique accommodations then look no further than The Westgate Hotel in San Diego. This stunning Victorian hotel was designed after the Palace of Versailles and features...
Trending: BEST English Afternoon Tea in San Diego
We've recently discovered the best English afternoon tea in San Diego at the Westgate Hotel. For the past several months we have noticed a new trend on the rise, English Afternoon Tea. Ladies are...
Summer at Knotts Berry Farm Brings Interactive Fun and New Foodie Finds!
Summer is here and we have the inside scoop on all the new happenings at one of our favorite attractions, Knotts Berry Farm. I love how affordable and accessible Knotts Berry Farm is and I...
Our Drool-Worthy List of The Best Burgers in Orange County
We are bringing you our drool-worthy list of the best burgers in Orange County in celebration of OC Burger Week. We basically spent 2 weeks stuffing our faces with ooey gooey meaty burgers to bring...
Here’s Why The Cannery is the Most Iconic Restaurant in Newport Beach
I love visiting The Cannery in Newport Beach because it is the most quintessential restaurant that completely epitomizes the fabulous Orange County lifestyle. One of the most common questions...
Indulge in a Parisian Culinary Adventure at Moulin Bistro
This week we are taking you to Moulin Bistro, a lovely Parisian restaurant and market that will transport you down the cobblestoned streets of Paris. If what you seek is an authentic culinary...
All the Reasons You”ll Love the Knotts Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival
I love heading to fun events in Southern California and this past weekend I decided to check out the Knotts Berry Farm Boysenberry Festival. I had never been before but kept hearing so many great...
The Best Food from the 2017 Disneyland Food and Wine Festival!
This weekend I sampled every dish from the 2017 Disneyland Food and Wine Festival. I even have my fully stamped souvenir passport to prove it! It seems the food events at Disneyland's...
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The Top 5 Best Orange County Happy Hours 2018
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