Retro Downtown L.A. with a Disney Touch – Presented by Charles Phoenix

Southern California is world-famous for its weather, entertainment, and architectural icons. I’m a native Californian – I lived in Ventura County (north of Los Angeles) for over three decades before moving to San Diego – and I enjoy being a tourist in my own backyard. Growing up so close to L.A., I have visited some […]

An Ice Cream Flight? — Hammond’s Gourmet Ice Cream

You’ve probably heard of, or even had, a beer flight or a wine flight, but what about an ice cream flight? That’s right – a flight of mini ice cream cones served on mini cake cones or mini waffle cones. In the San Diego neighborhood of North Park there is a gourmet ice cream shop […]

It All Started at a Fair – Celebrating the 2015 San Diego County Fair

Summer is in the air – schools are culminating their academic year, sunset is happening later, and the San Diego County Fair is open for the next month. This annual tradition is held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds – this year from June 5th through July 5th. The 2015 theme is celebrating the centennial anniversary […]

The Headquarters – A Reclaimed Space that is Uniquely San Diego

Located at the intersection of Pacific Highway and Harbor Drive in San Diego, The Headquarters at Seaport Village is a recently renovated historic space that has become a dining and shopping destination along the seashore for locals and visitors alike. Built in 1939, this building was the San Diego Police Department’s Headquarters for nearly 50 […]

Top 10 Mickey Mouse Shaped Foods at the Disneyland Resort

Mickey Mouse has been bringing smiles to folks since 1928. So what better way to make meal times more fun than Mickey Mouse shaped foods! A visit to Disneyland (DL) or Disney California Adventure (DCA) is not complete without enjoying at least one of the many Mickey Mouse shaped foods that are offered. There are several […]