NEWPORT BEACH blog

Wake up to the warmer days of Spring when the birds are chirping and the weather is absolutely perfect. It is also time for fresh, light, mouth-watering flavors that bring your palate to life. The new season brings with it…

It’s time to celebrate mother. Your mother. The one that brought you into this world, cleaned up your messes, taught you manners, and put up with your sass. She drove you to soccer practice, ballet, karate, and whatever activity du…

A Flavor Fiesta Nobody ever gets the day off for Cinco de Mayo, and that’s fine. Those that celebrate it – really celebrate it – would probably prefer the day after to be declared an off-day anyway. This year, however,…

Seems that I wake up every morning to a new “national food or beverage holiday” these days, but TODAY, April 26 is NATIONAL PRETZEL DAY! I couldn’t be happier for a day recognizing such an amazing favorite snack item. As…

We’re Costa Mesa residents that have a deep love and appreciation for all things travel and exploration — we spend the majority of our time on the road… or in the sky. :) While we LOVE exploring new cities, exotic…

Locals and tourists alike are drawn to Balboa Island for its charming appeal. Whether you’re browsing the shops, or just spending a leisurely day with family and friends, the delightfully picturesque setting of the island invites you to linger for…

The Newport Beach Film Festival is near. Specifically, it launches with great fanfare and a shiny gala on April 26 and keeps on rolling through May 3. Over 350 movies will be screened throughout the eight-day soiree, from powerful domestic…

The Bloody Mary – a weekend brunch essential, a hangover cure, a meal in a glass, and so much more. Whether you’ve been searching for the best bloody for years, or you’ve just recently come to find that you like…