It's end of the school year time around here and we have been super busy! Today was my kiddos last day of kindergarten! That is seriously so crazy to me. I sat down to watch her get her end of the year certificate and started to tear up. I've been focused on summer planning and...
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Legoland Castle Hotel Open
The Legoland Castle Hotel is officially open! We attended the media preview and got to stay the night as the first guests of the hotel last night! What an amazing adventure! This place is pretty amazing. I’m sitting in my knights & dragons hotel room as I write this. The hotel has 250 premium themed...
Puesto's Next Top Taco Winner 2018
Remember when I made those Pickled Pear Carnitas Tacos for Puesto's #NextTopTaco contest?! Well, it's official! I was named Puesto's Next Top Taco Winner of 2018! This was such an amazing honor. The other contestant tacos looked AHmazing and I could not have been more shocked and proud to win. This was something I really...
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Who needs creamy chicken enchiladas in their life?! 🙋🏼♀️ Enchiladas are one of the first dishes I learned how to make. My mom and Grandma make these on the regular too. I love that these are so easy to switch up with different flavors. I’ve got a recipe below for creamy chicken enchiladas that can be...
Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowls with Chocolate
OMG! These peanut butter yogurt bowls with banana and chocolate granola are so tasty! I was walking down the cereal aisle and spotted double chocolate granola and stopped in my tracks. I knew I had to come up with something delicious with this tasty treat. This bowl has a ton of flavor and packs a...
Pickled Pear Carnitas Tacos With Jalapeno Crema
Puesto has been one of my favorite San Diego restaurants since their opening at the Headquarters. I heard about their Next Top Taco contest through San Diego Magazine. They're asking fans to submit their top taco recipe to have it added as one of Puesto's Taco of the Month menu items. This just sounded like...
Bruschetta Snack Tray
This week, Barons Market challenged me to spend $25 at their store to see what I could come up with. It could be anything from a handful of snacks to a meal. I had so many ideas once I got to shopping but I landed on a simple bruschetta snack tray! This came together so...
Irish Cream Cocktails
If you are looking for a creamy coffee style drink, you have to try these Irish Cream Cocktails! These are insanely easy to make with just 2 ingredients. I love these on St. Patrick's Day! They are also a tasty alternative to morning coffee if you're partying it up. I also love Irish cream Cocktails...
Mom & Daughter Trip to San Francisco
I've always loved to travel. Since having kids my idea of vacations has shifted a bit. There are trips that sound amazing with the kiddos and there are trips that just don't work as well with young kids. Now that I'm an adult I love that I can take a trip with my mom and...
Top Holiday Gift Ideas at Seaport Village
I found my top holiday gift ideas found at Seaport Village and I'm sharing those on their Instagram page this week! I had so much fun shopping, eating and discovering hidden gems on my adventure sponsored by Seaport Village that I decided to share that with you here too! The shop, Mistletoe has the most adorable...
Breakfast Jambalaya
I love to eat really good food. Who doesn't? Some of my favorite meals have been from amazing restaurants. When I first got into blogging I was invited to eat at many different restaurants around town. I tried it all. I've shared about my love for some of those restaurants right here on the blog....
Celebrating Downtime During the Holidays
You guys know I'm all about a good adventure but the only way I can make that possible is getting in plenty of downtime. Raising kids, running a business and living life in 2017 can be pretty hectic if I don't take time out for myself. I've partnered up with my friends over at Mixbook...
A Weekend Stay on Shelter Island
We recently had a weekend stay on Shelter Island and had an awesome adults only trip! We had planned on going to Cabo for our friends 40th birthday but our flights were cancelled due to Hurricane Irma. We decided that we really should do something since we already had babysitters ready to go. Since it...
Cucumber Avocado Toast
I went on a really big health kick over the summer, then I went on a big 'eat whatever I please' kick. I have since realized this was a bit extreme and finally found a "healthy" balance. I love all kinds of food. I do feel best though when I eat healthy food most of...
Brick-Or-Treat at Legoland 2017
Brick-or-Treat Party Nights is back at Legoland CA! Don't miss the last night this Saturday, the 28th at 5PM! We went last weekend and had a blast with the family! We could spend many days at Legoland. It has always been such a fun place to take our kiddos under 5. We have yet to stay at...
Adventure in Buena Park
We love a good weekend adventure! Our latest was at Buena Park, California sponsored by Visit Buena Park. Buena Park is about 2 hours north of San Diego and makes for an awesome weekend destination for families. Everything in Buena Park is super close and you can just walk to most attractions in the area....
Things to do in Palm Springs With Kids
There are so many fun things to do in Palm Springs with kids! It is always nice to have that one-on-one time with the kids outside of our daily lives to reconnect. Palm Springs has always been a fun weekend destination, since it's only a two hour drive from San Diego. We visit Palm Springs...
Legoland Water Park For Kids Under 5
LEGOLAND has so much for every age but since our kiddos are 5 and under, I'm sharing all about LEGOLAND® Water Park for Kids Under 5. We've been to the LEGOLAND Water Park a couple times now and absolutely love it. I could seriously just float around that lazy river all summer. There is a lot...
Building, Growing and Collaborating at Hera Hub
I am all about learning from other people who excel at business. This week, I'm bringing you behind the scenes of Hera Hub, an amazing co-working and business accelerator space for women. I had the pleasure of speaking with Felena Hanson, owner and founder of Hera Hub. Read more for a very exciting Q&A all...
10 Reasons Why We Love Dance & Company
My daughter started taking ballet and tap classes a few years ago at Dance & Company in Sorrento Valley (San Diego). She started out with hip hop and then decided pretty quickly that she wanted to switch to ballet. She has loved it ever since. Last June, she participated in Dance & Company's annual summer production...
Choose The Table + Gather Together
This is a sponsored post I wrote in partnership with Dietz and Watson. At least once a day my family and I gather together around the dining room table to talk about our day and enjoy a meal. This has always been really important to me because it gives us all a chance to connect....
Bay Club in Carmel Valley
A resort style gym that also has a day spa, pools and a playground?! Yes, please! I had the pleasure of attending a leisurely afternoon hosted by the Bay Club Carmel Valley and experiencing the new restaurant, Cafe Vida. We also attended an outdoor yoga class and enjoyed some poolside lounging after our Bay Club...
A Weekend in Hollywood With the Kiddos
Traveling, exploring and being out in nature are some of my favorite things these days. I feel like those are the best things in life to do with young kids. We've been hitting up the beach, our backyard and the park whenever we get a chance to be outdoors. I'm adding museum dates and local events to...
Things To Do in Catalina
There are so many fun things to do in Catalina! We've been to Catalina Island via the Catalina Express many times and even went for the day during a cruise. We've explored Catalina for couples and brought the kids for an adventure. However you choose to explore the island, you'll want to plan a few things...
Flower Child in Del Mar
Flower Child is one of my favorite spots to eat in Del Mar. Their slogan is Healthy Food for a Happy World. How great is that? I love it. The restaurant is beautiful inside and out. They are bringing locally sourced, organic fruits + veggies and naturally raised proteins into a fresh new concept. They offer...
Cranberry Cookies
These cranberry cookies are so delicious! Use leftover cranberry sauce or make a batch for these refreshing cookies. It is time for the holidays and baking of course. I originally made these for Annie’s Homegrown's first annual Great Bunny Bake Off. These are perfect for the holidays since they are festive and have that yummy...
Relaxation in Ojai
My mom and I spent a whole weekend in Ojai. We relaxed, we did yoga, we fed our bodies good food, and we had a great time. A girls weekend away for relaxation is something all ladies should do as much as needed for wellbeing. It was nice to spend a weekend just with my...
Burrata Caprese & Wine Pairing
One of my absolute favorite appetizers right now is Burrata Caprese. We first got the idea after trying Isola Pizza Kitchen’s version, which is so delicious. My mom started making this dish a few months ago and now it is my absolute favorite. I could even eat this as a meal in itself! I’ve found...
Coasterra
We got a sneak peak of a super tasty meal at Coasterra during San Diego Restaurant Week. Their dinner option is $40 for 3 courses and it is well worth it. Coasterra also happens to have one of the best views in San Diego. I really can't think of another spot that beats it. I...
Apple Banana Popsicles
I've been making the most delicious Apple Banana Popsicles recipe. I also LOVE pumpkin flavor and wanted to find a way to enjoy it even on warm days. The little missy and I have been working together to make recipes that we both like. We've been experimenting with apple, banana and pumpkin cider to come...
32 Goals for My 32nd Year
Last year, I started 31 Goals for My 31st Year. It was really helpful in helping me move forward with goals and thoughts. I probably completed 29 of the goals. A couple of them I intentionally did not complete. The only one I was sad about was Maui 2016. But, 2016 isn't over. I also...
A Real San Diego Steakhouse
A steakhouse to me is a restaurant that serves delicious fresh cuts of meat, serious seafood and the best cocktails. I recently dined at Greystone Steakhouse in downtown San Diego and they are a real San Diego Steakhouse. They have it all. Aside from your standard rib-eye and filet they also offer dishes like beef...
Barbusa in Little Italy
The Busalacchi family's latest Sicilian restaurant, Barbusa just opened up in Little Italy. Barbusa is taking place of their previous Italian steakhouse Po Pazzo. Barbusa is offering up lighter and more traditional Sicilian food with a contemporary spin. They are sourcing their food from local farms and purveyors. They are making their pasta in house and all cured...
Big Bear with Kids: Easy Family Fun + Things to Do
Planning a trip to Big Bear with kids? We spent a full week in Big Bear right before the Fourth of July and found the perfect mix of outdoor adventures, easy hikes, and low key activities for little ones. In this guide, I’m sharing our favorite family-friendly things to do in Big Bear, including hiking...
Remembering to Take Me Time
When life gets really busy it is so easy as parents to forget about ourselves. Over the last few months my hubby has been working out of town a lot. This has been a much harder adjustment for all of us than I thought it would be. I think I'm finally accepting that this is...
Pacific Beach Fish Shop
Pacific Beach Fish Shop has unique and delicious seafood options! My absolute favorite dish of the night was the Fish Shop Shrimp. The kidlets, my mom and I had a fun time in PB for a midweek night out. I love taking a break from cooking while getting to try a new (to me) spot. Find out...
Whale Themed First Birthday Party
When our little guy turned one, we had a fun whale themed birthday party to celebrate his amazing first year. It goes so much faster the second time around. The little missy will be 5 this year, 5!!! Anyway, I wanted to share a few pieces of his whale themed party with you. I tried...
Farmer's Bottega in Mission Hills
Finding the time to enjoy a meal out with my hubby has not been easy these days. We made it happen on the Saturday before Mother's Day and enjoyed a delicious farm-to-fork breakfast from Farmer's Bottega in Mission Hills. I loved the Italian / American farmhouse vibe. It felt comforting and their menu options aligned well...
NINJAGO® World at LEGOLAND
Have you heard the news? NINJAGO® World at LEGOLAND opens this Thursday, May 5th! NINJAGO World includes 5 new interactive attractions including NINJAGO The Ride. The new world also offers Asian inspired food at NINJA Kitchen and a souvenir store, Wu's Warehouse. Part of being a LEGOLAND blogger is getting the inside scoop and sneak peeks of...
5 Reasons to Visit Knotts Berry Farm
After leaving Santa Barbara, we spent the afternoon at Knotts Berry Farm for our last day of our spring vacation. Mark and I hadn't been since we were kids and we wanted to take our kids somewhere different to explore. We had a fun time adventuring around camp snoopy, noshing on treats and riding rides....