Debbie Lavdas
Swankiest Pool Cabanas In Orange County
It’s so rough living in Orange County with the gorgeous coastal views, stunning resorts and perfect weather, so why rough it in anything other than a fully appointed cabana at the pool?
Best Mainland Restaurants To Get A Taste Of The Islands
When you can’t jump on a plane and escape to the islands on a whim, here are five locales that will have you on island time and sipping paradise.
What You’re Doing This Week: March 18
With the first day of spring this week, it’s a perfect time to get out there and enjoy a host of fresh happenings on the L.A. and O.C. radar.
Best Animal Sanctuaries In Southern California
They do so much good for so many animals throughout Southern California. See the extraordinary efforts happening at these safe-haven sanctuaries and meet the beautiful animals that have been rescued and are now are able […]
What You’re Doing This Week: February 18
President’s Day kicks off the week with a wildly fun day off escape to Universal Studios Hollywood. After that, we serve up some healthy eats at Greenleaf Chopshop and a brew or two at SideDoor, […]
5 Ways To Shake Off Valentine’s Day Angst
If you’re over all the mushy, gushy Valentine’s sap before it even starts, we have just the cynical scene for you. Choose your anti-Valentine’s poison from voodoo doll therapy and Blackheart martinis at Birds Restaurant […]
What You’re Doing This Week: January 28
It’s a divine week of food, art, music, spa, sports and more. Enjoy an evening of theater dining and entertainment with Scott’s Restaurant and War Horse. Take in a concert at House of Blues or […]
What You’re Eating: dineLA Week & Super Bowl Sunday Menus
Between dineLA Restaurant Week happening now through Feb. 1 and Super Bowl Sunday coming up on Feb. 3, there is much to love about Southern California food and drink this week. Make your plans for […]
What You’re Doing This Week: December 24
As 2012 comes to a close, wrap the year up with a host of hot holiday events and outings. Choose from an elegant Christmas Eve dinner or a sinfully good chocolate festival. You can opt […]
Huntley Hotel A Luxurious Oasis In Santa Monica
There are many luxe places to stay in Santa Monica, but few compare to The Huntley. Located one block from the beach and Third Street Promenade, The Huntley is a modern mix of the unexpected. […]
Beautiful And Adaptable: Nan Fusco Jewelry
Nan Fusco jewelry takes statement jewelry to the next level. Her beautiful, unique line, crafted in her Laguna Beach studio, blends nature’s tones with elegant creativity.
Experience The Holidays At Balboa Bay Club & Resort
The Balboa Bay Club & Resort is a lovely waterfront escape year-round, but it’s particularly ideal during the holidays with the harbor lit up with lights, the Newport Beach Boat Parade happening and the shopping […]
What You’re Doing This Week: December 3
If there seems like there’s so much to see and do during the holidays, there is! From shopping to concerts to holiday teas and gingerbread art, the events and outings are on from Los Angeles […]
Escape To San Diego’s Rancho Bernardo Inn
Rancho Bernardo Inn is one of those resorts that changes on you the more you explore the property — a boutique chameleon, if you will.
Southern California’s Best Holiday Teas
With the hectic pace of the holidays, what better way to sit back and enjoy the beauty of the season than planning an escape with friends or family for a cup of tea and conversation. […]


















