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Jody Robinson

Destination Dining

Puesto Anaheim

Award-winning cuisine defined by a creative fusion of flavors Local cuisine reflects the people, art and culture of a city. Seeking to create truly memorable dining experiences, chefs around the world cull inspiration for everything from innovative flavors and the freshest of locally sourced ingredients to treasured family traditions handed

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Destination Dining

Sweetgreen. Surf City’s farm-to-table fast casual cuisine

There are so many restaurants in the world. Deciding what to eat, like so many other things these days, can be an overwhelming choice to make – especially for mothers or other caretakers like me who are always on the hunt for something easy – and healthy – on the

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Business Showcase

Have an Absolutely Fabulous Valentine’s Day!

Diane Silverstein had never heard of the show “Absolutely Fabulous” when she named her aptly-titled gifts and décor boutique in central Huntington Beach. But the fun-loving, irreverent, blonde, champagne-promoting show does give a glimpse into what makes Absolutely Fabulous such a treasure. Industry Award Winner!Global Innovation Awards (GIA) honoring HousewaresRetail

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Travel & Leisure

Grand Velas. The Crown Jewel of Los Cabos, Mexico

Los Cabos is a singular vacation destination where the desert literally meets the sea. In my humble opinion, the crown jewel of the region is the Grand Velas Los Cabos, an opulent all-inclusive resort strategically situated between La Baja’s iconic towns of San Jose Del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.

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Travel & Leisure

Sun Soaked Santa Barbara Staycation

If you have an idea in your mind’s eye that bubbles up to the surface when I mention the town of Santa Barbara, I’m not going to try and convince you that it isn’t accurate. It likely is. Sun-soaked sandy shore, beautiful mountains to the northeast, and in between, all

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Destination Dining

Sushi Roku

It’s estimated that the average person makes roughly 35,000 decisions per day, only about 120 of which are informed – which assumes a higher level of thinking went into them, perhaps assuming that executive functions are put aside. Unsurprising that some of those decisions are about food: what am I

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Travel & Leisure

The Lodge at Torrey Pines

An Unforgettably Luxurious Escape La Jolla has long been one of our family’s favorite stay-cation destinations. We’ve trekked south to this chic coastal enclave with the kids to kayak the famous seven sea caves, got up close and personal with scores of sea lions in La Jolla Cove, indulged in

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Business Showcase

The Proof is in the Paint with One Way Painting

Ralph Waldo Emerson famously said “who you are speaks so loudly I cannot hear what you’re saying.” Keeping this quote in mind has served me well over the years, particularly in choosing friends … and when seeking out the services of professionals. In my opinion, integrity isn’t a word heard

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Business Showcase

Absolutely Fabulous. The Happiest Place for the Holidays!

Years ago, a friend had a birthday and her family threw her a surprise party. This is a woman I’ve always had the hardest time shopping for – she leans toward unique, one-of-a-kind items and decor and her tastes are always a little eclectic and a lot of fun. I

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Business Showcase

Bubbles Mobile Auto Detail

There is a specific type of business person I particularly appreciate when utilizing his or her services. One who is detail oriented. Ryan “Bubbles” Jara is just such a professional. Having been in mobile auto detail business serving Orange County for over 25 years, he must be, and especially since

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March 2024