Welcome to my blog. Follow along as we explore alI there is to see and do in SoCal including travel, events, food and all things autism friendly.
PACIFIC ISLANDER TICKET GIVEAWAY: June 4-5, 2016 win a Family 4-pack to the Aquarium of the Pacific and experience dance, music, cuisine, and cultural artifacts of the Pacific Islands. Printable discounts available to adults for the weekend below too.
Looking for a quick getaway filled with fun, amazing food and to be pampered at every turn? Look no further than a quick 2 hour flight to Cabo San Lucas where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific. We try to visit once a year and it's always a fun and relaxing time.
We had another full day of adventure, roaming the roads around the Ruta De Vino aka Valle De Guadalupe in Baja last weekend. We revisited a couple favorites as well as checked into a few new spots. With over 100 wineries now and counting it's hard to keep up, but are going to have a blast trying! Planning a visit this summer, here are a few of our recommendations.
Grilling season is upon us. I received this great pack of Mangalista in the mail just in time for the Mother's Day weekend. Check out the Pork Burgers and Beer Brats we indulged on and learn why this breed of pig is so coveted and coined the Kobe Beef of Pork.
Love sopes but don't like all the steps in making them? They are simpler than you think with the help of a few items from Del Real foods. We normally serve Barbacoa along with a side of rice but this time I wanted to change it up. I made these super tasty sopes with the Barbacoa and a few fresh toppings, and boy were they a hit!
Looking for a place to have your special needs child's birthday? I have a special place in my heart for these locations as they have all aided my child in her growth and tolerance for the larger "parks". I'm sharing my top 3 places to visit that A. won't break the bank and B. will be perfect for your special needs guests as well as their "nuro" typical peers.
Circus Vargas Returns to Southern California with performances in Ontario, Burbank, Ventura, Santa Ana & Irvine. Enter to win tickets to the opening night at your choice of location!
The all new Arroyo Adventure at Kidspace is now open. We were invite to attend the grand opening of this beautiful new addition and we were very impressed. Have you ever taken your kids to Kidspace? Well this was our first time checking it out and I must say I really enjoyed exploring the place with my girl!
An exciting new area has finally been completed at Legoland California! We got a look at the new addition to the park last week before the official opening happening on May 5th. Enter the realm of Ninjago World to train, eat and play like a ninja spinjutzu master. Do you have the skills needed?
Tempo Urban Kitchen and a trio of top chefs create a private tasting for the Gigasavvy Social Club. Check out what we experienced and read a little about these seasoned chefs making their mark on this side of the border and beyond.
A Beautiful Planet provides an amazing view of Earth from space allowing you to get a one of a kind look of our planet and the effects we as humans have had on it during our time here. The film is narrated by Jennifer Lawrence and gives an optimistic look into the future of the human race.
The newly opened Marina Park in Newport Beach is where you will find this gem of a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with an all you can enjoy view of the bay. The Lighthouse Bayview Cafe' offers indoor as well as outdoor seating that is literally inches from the water and boasts incredible views of the water and water vessels coming and going.
In it's 54th year, join the over 1500 costumed performers and artisans at the faire waiting to take you back in time to 1574 when the world arrived to the English Seaport of Deptford to entertain Queen Elizabeth. Huzzah!
Showcase houses are a great way to explore your taste in design, in every type of room and with varied styles. With the larger houses normally featured during home tours you get to see multiple bedrooms, bathrooms and in this case kitchens to love or hate and be inspired by.
Ever heard of Club Momme and their signature events? They host 2 a year, one for spring and one in the fall. What's it all about? Well if you are pregnant, a new parent or have a younger child, this is the premiere event to attend to be in the know.
I've been using Coco & Co. coconut oil for a couple weeks now and I love it! It has a very light scent, is 100% unrefined, organic and extra virgin with no added anything. What could be better?
The hotel formally know as the Ramada at the Front Gate has been undergoing a major makeover and addition to their capacity. Featured is a new tower, retail spaces, an amazing lobby and the highly anticipated roof top lounge The Fifth. We recently stayed during our spring break and what a treat it was.
Is watching your calorie intake keeping you from dining out? Finding it hard settle on a place to eat at when one of your party is gluten intolerant? If this is the case, Daily Grill is an excellent option for you. Using locally sourced ingredients and keeping the calories at 600 or less, the Simply 600 Menu had vegan, gluten free and calorie conscious options that won't leave you short on options or flavor.
Have a special pet in your family? Looking to add another, learn more about a particular kind or find that special item for your furry family member? Don't miss the world’s largest pet and pet product expo when it returns to Orange County.
The The Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series is back at the Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park with high energy Short Course racing. Bring the entire family to this fun and action packed weekend of racing that will leave you cheering for your favorites while they tear up the course.
