Your Guide to the Perfect Day at Del Mar Highlands Town Center Locale Magazine Editors August 3, 2020 Spread the loveStart With a Morning Cup of Joe and a Doughnut and Finish With an Authentic Italian Dinner Written By: Alysha Haran Photographed By: Manny Mendez Best Shopping Del Mar Weāre sister-duo Marla Ivanna and Valentina Sicoli, owners of Valmare Boutique in Little Italy. Running our resort wear boutique keeps us busy around the clock, so regular play-days are a must when it comes to staying happy, healthy and balanced. Being fashion entrepreneurs, we know a good thing when we see it, and Del Mar Highlands Town Center is a one-stop destination thatās packed full of things that make us feel good inside and out. From pilates class to happy hourāwith books, lingerie and a luxury movie theatre in betweenācome with us as we enjoy a day full of great food, indulgent fun and fashion! 9 a.m. – Sidecar Doughnuts Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center No morning is complete without coffee and a sweet treat! Sidecar Doughnutsā menu is not only diverse and delicious, but their doughnuts are made fresh daily with inventive flavors and only the best ingredients. Favorites include Butter & Salt, Huckleberry and Maple Baconā¦need we say more? Sidecar Doughnuts 435 Del Mar Heights Rd, Ste D7 San Diego, CA 92130 858.847.2019 10 a.m. – DIESEL Best Shopping Del Mar DIESEL is heaven for bookworms. Lined with bookcases that seem to stretch from the floor to the storeās lofty ceilings, itās hard not to spend the entire day thumbing through cookbooks, biographies and bestselling novels. The event calendar highlights local talent, and the staff is always eager to stock the shelves full of customer recommendations. DIESEL 12843 El Camino Real, Ste 104 San Diego, CA 92130 858.925.7078 Noon – Mendocino Farms Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center There is nothing better than sitting on an outdoor patio enjoying delicious, feel-good dishes. Luckily for us, farm fresh meals and a welcoming atmosphere is what Mendocino Farms is all about! They have something for everybody with gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. We couldnāt get enough of their Avocado and Quinoa Superfood Ensalada, which pairs nicely with a glass of rosĆ©.Ā Mendocino Farms 12873 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 858.436.0000 2 p.m. – Little Apple Best Shopping Del Mar This New York City-inspired boutique with concrete floors and gallery lighting will inspire you to go beyond your yoga pants. With labels that include Paige, Bailey/44 and Rebecca Minkoff, the clothes and accessories are glam, and the jewelry is chic. The best part? The little sign on the shelf reminding every woman that while life isnāt perfect, your outfit can be! Little Apple 12925 El Camino Real, Ste J7 San Diego, CA 92130 619.236.1421 3 p.m. – Rumeur Lingerie Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center There are the good kinds of rumors and then there are the best kindsāRumeur Lingerie. Naughty or nice, Rumeur has something for everybody. Whether youāre looking for your day-to-day basics or a special unmentionable, this full-service boutique will fit you and bring your recommendations right to your dressing room. Donāt be shy! Go in and browse. And if the mood strikes, try something on. We wonāt tell. Rumeur Lingerie 12843 El Camino Real, Ste 102 San Diego, CA 92130 858.523.9980 4 p.m. – Fairen DelĀ Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center The shopping continued through the afternoon as we visited a number of trendy, locally-owned boutiques throughout the center including Pretty Please, LOLO, Daisy Blue, Tucci, Vuori and a personal favorite new to the center, Fairen Del. Fairen Del has claimed top slots in ābest accessory storeā categories for the past eleven years in a row and for good reason! You can find chic outfits, accessories and gifts throughout the boutique, and their custom gift wrapping takes your next hostess or birthday present to the next level. Fairen Del 2925 El Camino Real, Ste J1 San Diego, CA 92130 858.259.1120 6 p.m. – Davanti Enoteca Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center A day at Del Mar Highlands Town Center isnāt complete without a stop at our favorite Italian eatery, Davanti Enoteca. Itās a great place to meet friends or share some quality one-on-one time. Order a bottle of wine and a few things off the āPer La Tavolaā (for the table) part of the menu. The pasta comes in all shapes in sizes and is always fresh, and the Mediterranean sea bass is a must! Davanti Enoteca 12955 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92130 858.519.5060 7 p.m. – Handelās Ice Cream Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center Photography Provided By: Del Mar Highlands Town Center After a successful day of shopping and fun, we couldnāt leave the center without treating ourselves to āThe Best Ice Cream on the Planet!ā We are hooked on Handelās Ice Creamās fresh and delicious creations. With 48+ rotating flavors, they always have something new to try. The icing on the cake? We left with a pint of our favorite flavors to enjoy at home!Ā Handelās Ice Cream 12843 El Camino Real, Ste 108 San Diego, CA, 92130 858.925.7308 Del Mar Highlands Town Center 12925 El Camino Real, Ste J28 San Diego, CA 92130 858.793.5757 Marla Ivanna Valentina Sicol Valmare Boutique @valmareboutique