Get Transported to White Sandy Beaches With the Refreshing Taste of Pineapple and Rum Written By: Ian Hays Photographed By: Nathan Whelan Duke’s Mai Tai Southern California is known for its pristine beaches and beautiful weather. But there is something about Hawaii that calls out to mainlanders. The water just seems a little bluer; the warmth … Read more
Cody Lee of the Laguna Art Museum Shares His Ideal Monday to Sunday Photography By: Mathew Martinez Expert: Cody Lee Credentials: Director of Communications at Laguna Art Museum Cody Lee Monday I love chocolate and always go to ChocXO to stock up. They’re the only bean-to-bar chocolate maker in OC. The single-origin chocolates are amazing, … Read more
Give Your Brows Some Love at Brows by Julie Written By: Karli Karandos Photographed By: Mathew Martinez Brows by Julie Julie Prouty is the owner of Brows by Julie located in Newport Beach. She has over 10 years of experience in the disciplined art of brow shaping. Her clientele includes both women and men of all … Read more
Hit the Spa and Relax in the Desert Hot Springs Written By: Karli Karandos Looking to escape for a weekend this summer? Look no further than Two Bunch Palms in Desert Hot Springs. Two Bunch Palms is an award-winning destination wellness-resort located in the heart of the Southern California desert. This beautiful and sustainable adults-only … Read more
Laila Ali Talks Being a Mom, Staying Fit and More Written By: Jordan Ligons Photographed By: Jeff Farsai Styled By: Melissa Souza Hair By: Robbi Rogers Makeup By: Autumn Ingrid Moultrie Laila Ali Laila “She Bee Stingin” Ali competed in her first world title fight on Aug. 17, 2002 against Suzette Taylor at the Aladdin Hotel … Read more
Caffeine and Cocktails Come Together For a New Level Buzz Written By: Jessica LaGrone Thunderking Brewing Co. Coffee Bar Orange County is increasingly becoming a mecca for food fusion and contemporary drinkery. What better way to climb the epicure ladder than with a harmonious coffee partnership? Foodie sanctum SOCIAL Costa Mesa, an attractive new-American restaurant, is … Read more
An Amputee Turned SUP Pro and a Paddle Designer Work Together to Achieve Greatness in the Water Written By: Susan Krupa Photographed By: Maxx Buchanan Paddleboard Amputee Everyone has a plan or idea of what they want their life to look like. You continue down this path, stumbling over small obstacles and challenges that come your … Read more
Angelina’s Pizzeria is Cooking Authentic Italian Fare Written By: Elena Khury and Chelsea Raineri Photographed By: Krizia Loechle Angelina’s Pizzeria Welcome to Angelina’s Pizzeria Napoletana, where you will be served authentic, fresh ingredients in a tasteful, fun atmosphere. From the moment you enter Angelina’s, you are greeted by the modern, sophisticated décor, hip, Euro lounge … Read more
Families, Couples and Colleagues Can All Enjoy Modern Comfort in the Desert Written By: Charlotte Farrell DoubleTree Palm Springs Picture this: It’s 120 degrees outside. You just sat through rush hour traffic. You’re a bit disheveled, sweaty, hungry and thirsty. You begrudgingly grab your bags as you make your way to your hotel. The goal? Get … Read more
This Health Expert Knows the In’s and Out’s of Wellness Expert: Dr. Howard Cohn Cohn Health Institute Credentials: DC of the Cohn Health Institute and CPO of SevenPoint2 Q: How and when did you start in the wellness and health industry? How has it changed? Dr. Howard Cohn: I opened my first office in 1990 in … Read more
Pack Your Sunscreen, Grab Your Camera and Get Ready for a Summer of Fun Written By: Amanda White 2017 OC Fair The OC Fair wants you to get into the fair spirit for OC’s 127th annual event, which opens on July 14 and runs until Aug. 13. This year, the fair plans to focus on the … Read more
A Journey to the Olympic Gold, Twice! Written By: Elaine Morgan Cutting Photographed By: Giuseppe DeMasi Hair & Makeup By: Heather Balaam Olympic Gold Medalist From the first match at the 2016 Rio Olympics, USA Water Polo Attacker, Olympic veteran and Orange County native Courtney Mathewson knew the USA team was going to go home … Read more
