NEWPORT BEACH blog

As any dog parent knows, everything is better enjoyed when you can bring your furry companion along for the ride. Plus, let’s face it—we’ll do anything to avoid that face they make when they see you heading toward the door…

No date? No problem. Valentine’s Day is not just for coupled-up love birds. The thing to remember about the day is that the best relationship you can have is with yourself. So, this weekend, plan to set aside some “you…

Realizing that a long weekend is upon you is one of life’s small victories—like, finding cash in the pocket of a long-unworn pair of pants. Yes! Now you can finally take that mini vacation with your family. So, plan your…

It’s the tail end of awards season, which culminates in the mothership of all ceremonies. That’s right. We’re talking about the most coveted of all award shows, the Academy Awards. (Sorry, Critics’ Choice Awards). It’s a night of glamour and…

Cards, letters and red-foil-wrapped truffles are all great, but they are not the only way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This Feb. 14, you’ve got to step up your romance game and really make your sweetheart swoon. If you have no…

While cars are decidedly a godsent gift, every once in a while, it’s nice to ditch the wheel and rely on our legs for transportation for a change. Not only does a car-free weekend allow you to explore often-overlooked nooks…

Ever since NB Restaurant Week drew to a close, we’ve been feeling a little blue. Restaurant Week comedown is, after all, a serious thing. (It’s somewhat like post-series depression, which strikes after finishing a really good book or particularly engrossing…

We don’t really need an excuse to hang out with our best gals, but there are certain days that call for planning something extra special. To be more specific, we’re talking about Galentine’s Day, which, thanks to Leslie Knope (Parks…