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Candy Crawl Event At The Outlets At San Clemente October 28th

What spooktacular plans do you have with your little ones this Halloween?

It’s my family’s favorite time of the year and my son can’t wait to get his costume on and celebrate. I am always looking for not so scary events that my son can participate in. That’s why we will be heading to The Outlets At San Clemente for some family fun! The best part about this is that I can get in some shopping while i’m there… Score!

On Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.The Outlets At San Clemente will be hosting their annual Candy Crawl! This family fun event is free

Thank you Outlets At San Clemente for inviting me to your Candy Crawl event. All opinions are my own.

Candy Crawl will be a afternoon jam-packed with:

Crafts
Music
Pumpkin patch
free candy
Interact with creepy crawlers
Costume Contest

The costume contest begins at 3:00 pm. Children under 12 welcome and dogs are welcome too!

Important Tips

Bring your own trick-or-treating bag.

Candy is available at participating stores while supplies last.

Treats are for costumed guests, and we request that you do not wear any masks.

Pick up a map of participating stores at Oak Tree Court. Stores will also be marked with a balloon or costumed associate.

Outlets at San Clemente

Oak Tree Court, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa

San Clemente, Calif. 92672

5 Awesome Reasons To Ride OC Bus With Your Kids

Do you ride on the bus with your kids? If not you should!

When I was teenager, I often traveled in and around Orange County on the public bus with my friends. We would travel to South Coast Plaza for shopping, head to Newport Beach for a swim, go to Downtown Santa Ana for authentic Mexican food, or travel to Tewinkle Park to hang with our friends. We were carefree and loved to get around town to explore. Over the years, I have learned that our public transportation has great value, and is a great service worth teaching my children about.

I recently decided to take advantage of our awesome OC Bus transit, and go on an adventure with my kids. I spent a lovely stress free afternoon with my family, and let OC Bus do all the driving!

AD: Thank you OC Bus for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

It was so nice to immerse ourselves into our community, get fresh air, and save on gas.
We headed to The Shops at Mission Viejo to shop, and we enjoyed a tasty lunch at the food court. The drive up on the OCTA bus was smooth and convenient. My kids have learned to navigate, purchase tickets, and use their mobile devices for bus times and updates. OC Bus makes it super easy to navigate around town and get to our favorite destinations.

OC Bus has made many improvements on their buses. They are comfortable, clean, and easily accessible. They have also improved their service and frequency throughout Orange County!

Here are 5 awesome reasons to teach your kids to ride the public bus

1.Get To Know Your City

While on the bus my son peered through the bright lit window to see the town pass in front of his eyes. He said, “ Mom, when can I pull the chord to stop?” He waited eagerly since this was a highlight for him on our trip. He also spotted our public library, City Hall, and our favorite hiking trail. It’s important for kids to feel that they are part of their community.

Children will:

Become immersed into their community
Become exposed to different cultures and age groups
Learn how to use their local public transit
Learn where the bus stops and the train station is located
Get to see the city’s market places and city employees at work
Familiarize themselves with where museums and important city and government buildings are located

2. Public Transportation Helps The Environment

My family is very passionate about the environment, and we want to make a difference by using public transportation! The more people on buses means less congestion and pollution…

We not only enjoyed ourselves on the bus, but we know we are helping the environment by:

Improving air quality
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Facilitating compact development, conserving land and decreasing travel demand
Saving energy

3. Using Public Transportation Reduces Stress

Traffic can be extremely stressful. I often feel overwhelmed and agitated while driving my kiddos around town.

While on the bus, I had time to chat with my kids, text, and I even had time to read. These things are hard to do when your world is centralized around the traffic ahead of you. As overdramatic as it seems, this short period of time on the bus put me at ease.

Commuters can sleep, relax, read, and text on the bus. How awesome is that?

4. Kids Learn to be “Street Smart”

My girls often use OCTA buses for commuting to school. OC Bus has not only been reliant, but it has taught them:

How to navigate and commute around town
How to be independent
How to follow street signs and the rules of the road
How to be alert and be safe in the city

It’s never too early to teach good riding habits! When they’re old enough, brief your child on the basic transit etiquette…

5. Sight Seeing

OCTA offers transportation to a variety of unique destinations. Adventure is out there, whether it’s a visit to a local hang out spot, the marketplace, or the local Farmer’s Market.

Other great places to visit with kids:

Malls
Movies
Parks
Beaches
National monuments
Museums

The bus is a great alternative to cars and my kids truly enjoyed it. We can’t wait to ride again!

“You can’t understand a city without using its public transportation.” ~ Ozan

Want to try OC Bus for free? First-time riders will receive 2 free day passes! Visit ocbus.com to learn more!

You’re Invited: CosmetiCare’s BeautyLand Event October 26th

Have you considered having cosmetic surgery?

If so, you don’t want to miss CosmetiCare’s annual Beautyland event October 26th 5-8 pm. This free educational event will provide the answers to all your questions regarding aesthetic technology, lasers, body sculpting and other cosmetic procedures. This informative event offers an opportunity for guests to interact with CosmetiCare’s experts in a no-pressure, fun atmosphere overlooking the Balboa Harbor. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served.

After having children, my body has changed drastically. I have always considered plastic surgery, but I have so many unanswered questions… I can’t wait to meet up with the professionals at CosmetiCare to get information about the latest procedures available…

Here’s a list of what to expect at the Beauty Land event:

****Bring a friend and receive 10 FREE units of Botox towards a treatment. Maximum is 20 free units per guest. Spread the word!

Attend and enter into winning one of these amazing raffles

– Vaginal Rejuvenation Treatment: $1,100 Value

– Coolsculpting Cycle: $750 Value

– TruSculpt Treatment: $750 Value

– Custom Lip Augmentation: $595 Value

– Customized Chemical Peel: $350 Value

– Rodan and Fields 2 Month Regiment: $200 Value

Beauty Land Stops

Skin Care Room

Learn about the most advanced facials available in aesthetic technology performed by our Master Aesthetician Angel. These customized treatments will rejuvenate your skin’s tone, texture and pigmentation. As your body’s largest organ daily maintenance is key in preventing the signs of aging which is why we love Rodan and Fields regiments.
• Tone & Texture • Wrinkles

Fat Melting Room

Considering fat reduction but don’t want the downtime of surgery? TruSculpt is 100% non-invasive, no downtime body contouring option to improve your shape and tighten skin.
• Fat Pockets

Laser Room

Light based treatments such as Vbeam, IPL and CO2 can address your winkles, loose and sagging skin, rosacea and more! Did we mention we offer painless laser hair removal.
• Sagging Skin • Tone & Texture • Wrinkles

Vaginal Rejuvenation Room

Intima is a CO2 laser treatment for vaginal rejuvenation of both the external vulva and internal area. It’s commonly used to treat urinary incontinence, dryness, itching, pain, skin pigmentation, and signs of childbirth or aging. Treatment restores vaginal tone, flexibility, and shape. It typically requires three initial treatments and one annual maintenance treatment.

CoolSculpting Station

If you can pinch it, we can freeze it! In just 35 minutes you can achieve a 20% reduction in fat loss. CoolSculpting is not intended for significant weight loss, but for treating stubborn areas of fat resistant to diet and exercise.
• Fat Pockets

Nip Tuck Room

Interested in surgical procedures? Come meet with our Surgical Consultant Cheri and 4 Board Certified Plastic Surgeons.
• Fat Pockets • Tone & Texture • Volume Loss • Sagging Skin • Wrinkles

Weight Loss Room

A swallowable pill that can help your drop the pounds is the newest in aesthetic weight loss technology! This simple procedure can jump start your weight loss goals and is implemented in less than 15 minutes. Obalon is intended for adults with a BMI of 30 to 40, who are willing to follow a diet and exercise program, and who have not had any weight loss surgeries before.

Freeze & Fill Room

Freeze those frown lines and prevent further signs of aging! Smooth aging lines, add volume to the cheek area and say goodbye to wrinkles.
• Volume Loss • Wrinkles

Join us for a girls night out to talk about beauty, health, and rejuvenation. Hope to see you there!

RSVP here

Phone: 949.386.2773

Address: 1101 Bayside Drive #200 Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Celebrate National Pasta Month At Brio Tuscan Grille at Irvine Spectrum

brio-pasta — Photo credit to Brio Tuscan Grille

Ciao pasta lovers!

It’s National Pasta month, and in celebration I headed to Brio Tuscan Grille at Irvine Spectrum to get my pasta fix.

Hosted: Thank you Brio Tuscan Grille for inviting me to celebrate National Pasta Month at your restaurant. All opinions are my own.

Brio is located at the Irvine Spectrum so its perfect if you’re looking to kill time before getting seated, or if you want to dine after shopping. The restaurant is chic, elegant and ideal for a romantic dinner date…

We started off with this Sliced Steak Bruschetta. It had Gorgonzola, arugula, and charred tomato. It was a great starter before our entrée.

Our friendly waitress walked me though the menu options. She was knowledgeable and very helpful.

The Pasta Alla Vodka has Ricotta-filled pasta, spicy tomato cream, and pancetta. It was very rich and flavorful. It was definitely a palate pleaser!

Brio has a gluten free, vegetarian and a light calorie menu. They also have a kids menu for those bringing the kiddos out to dine.

The restaurant is family friendly and great for large parties. Patio seating is also available. The portions were generous and I had enough leftovers to take home to enjoy.

National Pasta Month Menu

It’s #NationalPastaMonth at BRIO Tuscan Grille where two-course pasta combos are available Now through–Oct. 29. Select pasta dishes, paired with a choice of soup or salad, start at $14.95 for lunch and $17.95 for dinner.

Guests can choose one of the following pasta dishes:

Lobster and Shrimp Ravioli with spicy black pepper cream, spinach, and grape tomatoes ($15.95 at lunch and $22.95 at dinner)
Pasta Fra Diavolo, with a choice of chicken or shrimp, featuring spicy tomato cream sauce, and campanelle pasta ($14.95 at lunch and $18.95 at dinner) (can be made gluten free upon request)
Pasta Pesto with Chicken (light item) featuring angel hair, grilled chicken, caramelized onions, spinach, tomatoes, red peppers, Feta, and light pesto ($14.95 at lunch and $17.95 at dinner) (can be made gluten free upon request)

Guests’ choice of one soup or salad includes:

Soup of the Day
Lobster Bisque (Add $1)
BRIO Chopped Salad
Caesar Salad
Wedge Salad

Also starting October 10, in the spirit of the fall season, BRIO will offer two seasonal cocktails:

Apple Crisp Cooler –Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, apple juice, Apple Pucker liqueur, apple butter, apple wedge, cinnamon sugar rim ($8.50)

Caramel Apple Cider Appletini Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, apple cider, lemon juice, simple syrup, apple slice, caramel and cinnamon sugar rim $7.95)

You gotta have dessert! The creme brulee and the classic tiramisu are both classically prepared without being overly sweet. Paired with a cup of hot coffee or espresso and you have the ending to a perfect meal!

The staff was very friendly and the service was exceptional. I will definitely be back with my family…

Address:

Irvine Spectrum

774 Spectrum Ctr Dr
Irvine, CA 92618

(949) 341-0380

Easy 30 Minute Workout At Curves In Laguna Niguel

My life is hectic. Between being a mom of four, working, and being the family chauffeur I rarely have time to workout. I often feel tired and overwhelmed from my hectic schedule. I recently found an easy solution to get in a workout I can actual fit into my day. Curves offers an easy 30 minute workout routine, that is so doable and fun!

Thank You Curves in Laguna Niguel for inviting me to work out at your location. All opinions are my own.

It’s so nice to get in a little “me” time at the gym.

The Coaches

The personal coaches at Curves are enthusiastic, upbeat, and knowledgeable. In the past, I have worked out with trainers that were intimidating and a little over the top.

This gym is for real women who want to improve their lives, health, and endurance.

At Curves, you’re never alone. Our supportive coaches are always there to help you get a safe, effective workout. She’ll help you with your form and push you to your personal best. When you have a workout coach, they become deeply vested in your success as well. You’re in this together–it’s a partnership.

The Easy 30 Minute Workout

This easy workout was so easy to do!

The Curves 30-minute workout combines strength training and bodyweight-based exercises to help you tone your muscle and burn up to 500 calories per workout. The Curves circuit is full of specially-designed strength machines designed to give you a total body workout. All it takes is 30 minutes, 3-4 times per a week, to help you reach your strength potential.

There is an awesome vibe at the Curves in Laguna Niguel. The staff is friendly and know each member by their first name. The members are also positive and motivate each other. I love this!

The Classes

Curves has classes unlike any other gym or workout facility. Thier specialty fitness classes can help you:

Improve balance, stability and core strength
Get stronger arms, core and legs
Stretch and strengthen you muscles
Get a total body workout

CARDIO Target your whole body and increase your cardiovascular endurance both on the Curves Circuit and in-between each machine.

BOXING CLASSBoxing is a higher-intensity class that combines cardio, strength, coordination and balance.

BODY BASICS: ARMS CORE LEGS CLASSTarget your arms, core and legs through moves performed both on the Curves Circuit and in-between each machine.

BALANCE CLASSImprove your balance, stability and core strength.

Ever since I started working out at Curves, I have more energy and I sleep better…

If you are an extremely busy and don’t have a lot of time for fitness, this easy workout is for you!

Curves address:

27781 La Paz Road

Laguna Niguel, Ca 92677

Bad To The Bone BBQ in San Juan Capistrano

Friday night is family night and I generally stay out of the kitchen. By the end of the week, we are exhausted and ready for some fun. My family loves to eat out and catch up, and we recently heard about Bad To The Bone in San Juan Capistrano. This girl LOVES a juicy steak, and I was thrilled to check this place out!

Hosted:Thank you Bad To The Bone BBQ for inviting my family to dine at your restaurant. All opinions are my own.

There was a long line in front of the restaurant, so I knew this place had to be good since it appeared popular among the locals. As we walked in, the music was playing and the atmosphere had a great vibe. The decor was rustic and western. I couldn’t keep my eyes off the large plates that were being served to the guests. The menu had a large selection to choose from, and the attentive staff walked me through the options.

We started off with these delish street tacos. You can choose from smoked carnitas, pulled smoked chicken, brisket or fish…

We decided to split a four meat combo plate, which comes with two sides. We got chicken, brisket, tri tip, pulled pork, and baby back ribs, along with ranch beans and cole slaw. While waiting, we stocked up on the four BBQ sauces they offer – original, special, vinegar, and hot.

I also ordered a Mesquite Grilled Steak. This tender juicy Sirloin is severed with two sides.

Everything came out quickly and the food smelled heavenly. The portions were generous and the plates were easy to share.

My son ordered a hamburger and devoured it. The kids menu starts at $8.95.

There is also a great selection of sides such as cole slaw, ranch beans, garlic mashed potatoes, salads, and much more…The baked beans are just MMM!

The corn bread was fluffy and warm. It was so good, I ordered more to take home!

You cannot leave without eating dessert and trying the Chocolate Pecan Pie!

If you are looking for delicious food with plentiful portions, this is the spot! We love to support local businesses and we will definitely be back … I suggest making a reservation to avoid waiting in line. Go give it a try!

Bad To The Bone was homestyle BBQ address:

31738 Rancho Viejo Rd

San Juan Capistrano, Ca 92675

Phone: 949-218-0227

Goodbye Christopher Robin Hits Select Theaters October 13th

In a time of England’s post war, the country was filled sadness and loss. Then a glimpse of hope came to light. The magical tales of Winnie-the-Pooh, hit book shelves all around the world.

I grew up reading the adventurous tales of Christopher Robins, and never knew the true story behind these beloved books. Recently, I screened the Goodbye Christopher Robins, and got a glimpse into the life of writer A. A. Milne and his son Christopher Robin.

Thank you Fox Searchlight for letting me screen this film. All opinions are my own.

This movie tells the tale of a happy boy, who through his creative play he inspires his father to write a book. But this sweet boy’s life takes a drastic turn, and takes him into a life of unwanted stardom.

Synopsis

Goodbye Christopher Robin gives moviegoers a rare glimpse into the relationship between beloved children’s author A. A. Milne (Domhnall Gleeson) and his son Christopher Robin (Will Tilston), whose toys inspired the magical world of Winnie-the-Pooh. Along with his mother Daphne (Margot Robbie), and his nanny Olive (Kelly Macdonald), Christopher Robin and his family are swept up in the international success of the books; the enchanting tales bringing hope and comfort to England after the First World War. But with the eyes of the world on Christopher Robin, what will the cost be to the family?

This story was both heartwarming and tragic at the same time. There were many tender moments between a father and son, that brought tears to my eyes. It is emotionally layered and about the failures in parenting. This movie also gave me a glimpse of the author’s creative journey, that helped bring this captivating book to life.

This bitter sweet film was memorable, and I would definitely recommend it to moviegoers.

Go see Christopher Robins in select theaters October 13th!

Top Tech Gifts 2017

I am always for looking for the latest tech products that will save me time and money. I strive to be more organized and efficient in my home, and I am totally geeking out on these new tech products that were recently introduced to me by CTA, MomsLA, and Techlicious Media.

Here is a list of handy gadgets I know you will love as much as I do. The holidays are around the corner, and these products will make perfect gifts!

Google Home (image above)

Let me introduce you to the newest member in my family!

Google Home is a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Get answers from Google, enjoy music, manage your everyday tasks, and control smart devices around the home. You can make free hands-free calls with the Assistant on Google Home! Whomever you’re calling doesn’t need aseparate device or special app. And since the Assistant on Google Home can recognize your voice (and up to six voices), when you say, call mom, it will call your mom. Right now you can shop retailers like Costco, Target, Petco and more on the Google Home. We just announced a partnership with Walmart to bring you hundreds of thousands of Walmart products—everything from laundry detergent to Legos—that you can buy through voice with your Assistant on Google Home.

Thank you CTALA, MomsLA, and Techlicious for inviting me to preview all these amazing tech products. All opinions are my own.

Do you often loose your keys? I’m always on the go, and this Tile Style allows me to track my keys when they are lost. (I admit this happens often).

Tile Style pairs elegant design with a powerful Bluetooth tracker. In addition, it’s twice as loud, has twice the range and is waterproof up to 1.5 meters for 60 minutes.

I truly enjoy cooking but my hectic schedule can interfere with cooking my meals. This new tech precision cooker is the solution to my dilemma in the kitchen. No more overcooking, undercooking, or burning! Yippeee

The Anova Precision Cooker WI-FI

Start cooking from anywhere, monitor the status of your meal, and come home to the best meal ever. With WI-FI, you can spend less time tied to the kitchen and more time doing what you love, with the people you love. With increased pump speed, the Anova Precision Cooker WI-FI allows you to cook for larger groups while guaranteeing consistent results for each of your guests. With The Anova Precision Cooker WI-FI, you can now cook the perfect meal using your voice via Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

Welcome to the ultimate hands-free experience in the kitchen.

I absolutely fell in LOVE with these stylish Knomo bags…

Elektronista Cross-Body Digital Organizer

The Elektronista seamlessly incorporating technology into the constant juggle of work, leisure and travel. The Knomo Elektronista is a unique, stylish design, crafted around the technology that we use every day, and even includes a 5000mAh battery to keep devices charged on the go. Made from soft full-grain leather with a handy detachable chain/leather shoulder strap, the Elektronista magically unzips on either side to transform into a flat, practical layout of pockets and compartments. This allows for easy access and protection of devices and belongings. There’s space for just about everything the digital life demands–from up to a 10 tablet, smartphones, passports, USB sticks and credit cards to charging cables, headphones and much more.

Knomo Berlin 14” Backpack

A simple, slimline backpack with a generous amount of space, made out of ultra lightweight polyester for an edgier look and feel.

Knomo Audley Fold Down Briefcase 14”

A modern take on a classic handbag. Sophisticated in any situation and easily transformed into a cross body bag for those times you need to be hands-free.

Do you feel like you are constantly purchasing ink cartridges? My family uses our home printer on a regular basis, and ink can get expensive. This new printer by Epson with refillable cartridges blew me away!

Expression ET-2650 EcoTank wireless all-in -one offers revolutionary cartridge-free printing with innovative, easy-to-fill supersized ink tanks, including up to 2 years of ink in the box. That’s an incredible amount of ink—enough to print up to 4,000 black/6,500 color pages, and equivalent to about 20 ink cartridge sets. Delivering an unbeatable combination of value and convenience, the ET-2650 allows you the freedom to print in color. Plus, save up to 80 percent on ink with low-cost replacement bottles. The ET-2650 also offers built-in wireless printing from tablets and smartphones, a 1.44″ color LCD, and a built-in card slot for PC-free photo printing. Cartridge-free printing–comes with up to 2 years of ink in the box, equivalent to about 20 ink cartridge sets and enough ink to print up to 4,000 pages black/6,500 color Affordable, cost-saving solution–Save up to 80 percent on ink with low-cost replacement bottles, plus easy-to-fill, supersized ink tanks Quick and simple wireless printing–Printing has never been easier, whether you’re at home, on the road or even across the globe, with built-in wireless printing from computers, tablets and smartphones. Also includes one-touch copying for fast high-quality copies, and easy setup and navigation with a 1.44 color LCD screen

Cozi Family Organizer

Cozi is the surprisingly simple way to manage everyday family life. Cozi tracks everyone’s schedules in one place so the whole family knows who is picking up the kids from practice, when the next dentist appointment is, and whether you can book that girls’night out. Other features include the shared shopping and to do lists, recipe box and meal planner, and family journal.

The HUAWEI Watch 2 combines the connectivity of a smartphone, the smarter living applications of a premium smartwatch, and the detailed performance coaching features of a sports tracking device–all in the form of a stylish classical wristwatch. With its integrated antenna and exceptional standalone 4G connectivity, the Watch 2 allows users to leave their phone behind while still staying connected. It also comes with 10 free weeks of Google Play music and a battery that lasts for up to two days with regular use, up to 10 hours in training mode and up to three weeks in watch mode.

I seriously need this tech housekeeper in my life!

LG Hom-Bot Turbo+ is one of the quietest robot vacuums on the market, so families can enjoy listening to music, watching TV and more while it cleans.

All three LG Hom-Bot Turbo+ models feature Wi-Fi capabilities, putting total control in the user’s hands through their smartphone. The flagship model in gold (CR5765GD) also offers hands-free operation using voice command with the Google Assistant on Google Home Plus, thanks to an innovative design that absorbs vibrations and reduces noise, LG Hom-Bot is the quietest robot vacuum on the market on non-carpeted floors.

Part housekeeper, part guard dog With LG HomeView™ live-stream technology, users can view and vacuum their home from anywhere using their smartphone As LG Hom-Bot navigates through the home, it sends real- time video via the app so users can see the areas that need cleaning the most–or monitor their house and kids while it cleans.

Battle Of The Sexes Movie Hits Select Theaters this Weekend and Everywhere September 29th

In a time where women were told to stay at home to be wives, mothers, and homemakers a feminist revolution began. One that would change history forever. Tennis star Billie Jean King decided to take on Bobby Rigs in a tennis match to prove that women can achieve anything they set their mind to, and be equal to men. “Battle Of The Sexes” hits select theaters today, and in celebration of this sensational film, I attended a movie inspired “Battle Of The Sexes” tennis clinic, the premiere, and press conference.

The tennis match between world number one Billie Jean King and ex-champ and serial hustler Bobby Riggs took place in 1973. This film gave me a glimpse into the life and struggles of this superstar athlete, that used her stardom for a greater cause. A cause that is still fought by women today.

Thank you FOX Searchlight Pictures for inviting me to the Battle of The Sexes Premiere and Press conference. All opinions are my own.

Synopsis

In 1973 tennis match between women’s world champion Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and ex-men’s-champ and hustler Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) was billed as the BATTLE OF THE SEXES and became one of the most watched televised sports events of all time. It reached 90 million viewers around the world. As the rivalry between King and Riggs kicked into high gear, off-court each was fighting more personal and complex battles. Bobby Riggs, one of the first self-made media-age celebrities, wrestled with his gambling demons, at the expense of his family and wife Priscilla (Elisabeth Shue). Together, Billie and Bobby served up a cultural spectacle that resonated far beyond the tennis court, sparking discussions in bedrooms and boardrooms that continue to reverberate today.

I hit the tennis court for some training of my own, and met actress Elisabeth Shue who was cast as Pricilla, Bobby Riggs wife in the film. I was little rusty at first, but I was happy to get a swing in for the movie.

Elisabeth Shue (in high heels), dazzled us with her excellent tennis skills.

Check out actor Austin Stowell’s shenanigans on the tennis court. Austin stars Larry King, Billie Jean’s husband in the film. His sexy pose has a hilarious backstory, but you need to watch this film to find out what is is!

This film is both educational and inspiring…

I will definitely take my girls to see this film. They need to know they can conquer anything that comes their way. They can be the voice for the voiceless and change they wish to see.

It was a true honor to meet Billie Jean King at the premiere. I told her that I loved her story, and I appreciated the fact that she paved the path for many of us and future generations.

After learning more about Billie Jean King at the press conference, I have the utmost admiration, respect, and appreciation for this heroic woman.

Photo credit to FOX Searchlight Pictures

Emma Stone dove deep into her character, and brilliantly executed the role of Billie Jean King.

battle-of-the-sexes — Photo credit to FOX Searchlight Pictures

Comedian Steve Carrell’s (Bobby Riggs) larger than life character was just hilarious…

Go support this important film with your entire family! Now playing in select theaters this weekend, and everywhere September 29th!

Rated PG-13 – This film is for a mature audience

Length 2 hours 1 minute

Seasalt Woodfire Grill: Santa Maria Style Barbecue in Huntington Beach

Living in the Central Coast was a unique and a memorable experience… I have wonderful memories of taking my children on lovely hikes at Oso Flaco Lake, picnics at local wineries, and eating delicious Santa Maria barbecue. The food and wine is like no other, and continues to be a highlight in my memory book.

On weekends, my family loved driving up Broadway street in Santa Maria. Local churches and organizations would set up on the main road, to grill and fundraise for different causes. As we drove we could smell the amazing aroma of the barbecue pits grilling up tri-tip, linguisa, chicken, and other central coast favorites.

I recently heard about Seasalt Woodfire Grill in Huntington Beach, and I was thrilled to learn that I didn’t have to drive four hours up the coast to get some authentic, Santa Maria-Style barbecue. I was curious to know if this restaurant was the real deal, and let me tell you…. It is!

Thank you Seasalt Woodfire Grill for letting me review your restaurant. All opinions are my own.

About Santa Maria Barbecue

Have you ever tried Santa Maria-style barbecue? If not, you MUST!

Santa Maria barbecue is unique and centered around beef tri-tip. It is usually seasoned with salt, black pepper, and garlic salt. It is grilled over coals of native coast live oak, and often referred to as “red oak” wood.

Pinquito Beans are also an important component of traditional central coast barbecue. They are a cross between small white beans and pinto beans. They grow well in the fertile soil, and in mild climate of the Santa Maria Valley.

santa-maria-huntington-beach — Photo credit to Seasalt Woodfire Grill

The ambiance is casual, yet chic. I could feel the Pacific Ocean breeze as I entered the restaurant. Patio seating is available, and surrounds a large fire pit.

Memory: This reminded me of our lazy days at Porter Ranch, when we would sit around a large fire pit, barbecue, and let the kids run free.

Different seasoning are brought to the table to add a little flavor to the dishes. (if desired)

As you walk into the restaurant, there is a full service bar. The Farm Craft Rim libations added to the whole Central Coast foodie experience.

I sipped on this fresh Grilled Piña cocktail (tequila + pineapple +jalapeño). It was much like my personality, and was the perfect combination of sweet and spicy… Sooo good.

We started out with the Tri Tip Nachos with manchego cheese sauce, cowboy cavier and Santa Maria Beans. They were tasty and we devoured them in 2.5 seconds!

The Whole Grilled Cauliflower with manchego cheese fandue, was appetizing and melted in my mouth.

I tried the Tri-Tip, Ribs, and Linguisa… The rustic presentation was impressive and the portions were generous. The meats were tender, juicy, and delectable.

The 12 ounce Spencer is also a great option.

Dessert anyone?

You cannot leave without eating dessert. Omar’s OG Pudding is to die for, and the Scorched S’mores is a MUST TRY!

The flavors at Seasalt Woodfire Grill were authentic, exquisite and reminded me of the beautiful time we lived in the Central Coast. I can’t wait to go back with family and friends… Cheers!

Address

21200 Beach Boulevard

Huntington Beach, CA 92648

714-804-5545