Looking for gifts that show off your savvy, well-read style or just something to read yourself instead of spending hours browsing Black Friday sales for a deal on something you don’t really need? Our gift guide of books is perfect for anyone on your list, and every purchase supports local bookstores, as Bookshop’s mission is …
2020 Black Friday Gift Guide with 10 Orange County Must-Read Books Read More »
When you’ve spent the day hurtling between facts and feelings, fake news and misinformation, it is more important than ever to slow down and tap into all things traditional, beautiful, and communal. A perfect way to do this is through knitting and crocheting. Knitting isn’t just for Grandma crafting a handknit Royal Wedding keepsake for …
Knitters Rejoice: Yarn Shop Roundup in Orange County Read More »
Walk With Me is a film that explores the monastic community around Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings. I first came across Thich Nhat Hanh in Sister Chan Khong’s Learning True Love: Practicing Buddhism in a Time of War. The book humbly delved into their efforts for peace during the Vietnam War, their exile to France and …
Where to Watch Walk With Me in Orange County, a Film on Mindfulness Read More »
Not just a dad. A cool dad. Just like Spice Girls, dads come in their own varieties: there’s Sporty Dad, Posh Dad, and Baby Dad. And even though Dads never really want anything from their kids, it’s nice to give Dad a token of appreciation for whatever it is they do for us: from long …
Gift Guide for Dads and What to Do in Orange County for Father’s Day Read More »
Looking for dining with a view in Orange County? When you are in OC, it often feels like a waste to spend almost any time indoors. Sure, there’s tons of great eats to be found inside, but one should embrace our temperate weather and try our all nautral air conditioning: fresh air. If you need ideas on …
The Best Views in Outdoor Dining in Orange County Read More »
I don’t stop living at 9 PM on weeknights, but sometimes it feels like Orange County does. Have you ever had a friend over (on a schoolnight!) or just felt like getting out of the house for a bite to eat or find a new place to hang out only to be notified by Yelp …
Cool Places in Orange County Actually Open Past 9 PM Read More »
Nod your head if you’ve seen any of the following on Instagram anytime in the last year: an expertly-styled plate of food from somewhere within 4th Street Market, framed with sunglasses and/or other accessories the hallway at 4th Street Market with the caption: “Sooo many options!” the outdoor 4th Street Market sign with the caption …
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After the popularity of the Hike & Brunch post, it seemed natural to pair Orange County bike trails with places to grab a beer afterwards. The good news is that there are bike trails all over Orange County, but for those of us who aren’t wearing branded spandex yet, there are lots of beginner to intermediate options of …
5 Scenic Bike Rides in Orange County and Where to Grab a Beer After Read More »
Mother’s Day is when you most need your brunch game to be strong. We love brunch as much as you do, but we don’t love the simmering anxiety of being in a restaurant on its busiest day of the year (besides Valentine’s Day). Aren’t there better options to celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day in Orange County? Moms …
Skip Brunch for Mother’s Day: Take Mom on a Picnic in Orange County with these Options Read More »
The following movie titles are currently being explored in Hollywood on a hot new project on life in Orange County: 50 Shades of Beige The Beiges of Orange County Diary of a Beige, Wimpy Adult (OK, as much as wordplay with “beige” and movie titles could be its own post entirely, let’s move on.) We’re …
Beyond the Beige: Three Awesome, People-Powered Murals of Orange County Read More »