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Author Maria Watkins

Maria Watkins

Maria Watkins

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Maria received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Hope International University in Orange County. Now residing in her lovely hometown of San Diego, Maria craves local adventures with the intention of observing new people and places. You will often find her at a quaint coffee shop where she is lost in a novel, sipping an espresso, or having a heartfelt conversation with a stranger.

Straight Cheesin’ with the Best Cheese of LA

Maria Watkins
February 27, 2016
Say Hello and Smile Big for the Best Cheese Spots Around LA Written By: Maria Watkins Straight Cheesin’ with the Best Cheese of LA Hosting an event? Going on a picnic? Or our personal favorite … just planni...

8 Unbeatable SoCal Places for Glamping in Style

Maria Watkins
December 17, 2015
Your Holiday Glamping Guide, Taking You to the Woods, the Mountains, Africa and Everywhere In Between! Written By: Maria Watkins 8 Unbeatable SoCal Places for Glamping in Style From chic cabins in the...
Reclaimed Spaces in San Diego

Timeless Classics: 7 Reclaimed Spaces in San Diego

Maria Watkins
May 26, 2015
History-Rich San Diego Reclaims Significant Buildings to Restore for Sophisticated Present-Day Use Written By: Maria Watkins Have you ever found yourself at an incredibly cool restaurant, bar, or shoppi...

3 SD Food Experts Introduce Their Own Hot Spots

Maria Watkins
April 20, 2015
The Culinary Counsel WRITTEN BY: MARIA WATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CHRISTINA SHOOK Attention all locals! You may have noticed some changes in San Diego’s food scene over the past several years, and...

Take Your Taste Buds Out of Their Comfort Zone at Table No. 10 in SD

Maria Watkins
April 5, 2015
THE FOOD PHILOSOPHER The Expert: Jason Gethin, Chef/Partner at Table No. 10 WRITTEN BY: MARIA WATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CHRISTINA SHOOK Attention all locals! Yo...

Coming Soon: Rustic Root Rooftop Restaurant in the Gaslamp

Maria Watkins
March 30, 2015
THE CULTURED COOK The Expert: Antonio Friscia, Chef/Partner at Don Chido and soon-to-open Rustic Root WRITTEN BY: MARIA WATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CHRISTINA SHO...
La Jolla Home

This Charming La Jolla Home is the Epitome of Elegance

Maria Watkins
March 25, 2015
Seaside Stunner Introducing a Place of Pristine Paradise WRITTEN BY: MARIA WATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: AUSTIN ASHLINE This elegant La Jolla oasis is filled with sunshine and salt...

Catch Your Next Meal at Ironside Fish & Oyster in Little Italy SD

Maria Watkins
March 14, 2015
THE SIREN OF SEAFOOD The Expert: Jason McLeod, Chef/Partner at Ironside Fish & Oyster WRITTEN BY: MARIA WATKINS | PHOTOGRAPHED BY: CHRISTINA SHOOK Attention ...
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