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I live in beautiful Dana Point, California with my husband and dog.


New Energy in the Lantern District: Shelter Distilling Sets Spring 2026 Opening

New Energy in the Lantern District: Shelter Distilling Sets Spring 2026 Opening

Plus a new comfort-meets-coastal eatery opens in DP, a wine & cheese tasting event and the most charming coastal cottage could be yours.

Jan 14, 2026

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9 min read

A warm welcome to 2026 and our new mayors

A warm welcome to 2026 and our new mayors

Plus see what the team behind Truly Pizza is cooking up, line dancing pop-up and stunning Spanish Colonial just listed in SJC.

Jan 7, 2026

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10 min read

New Boutique Hotel Proposed in Historic SJC

New Boutique Hotel Proposed in Historic SJC

Plus a "Top Chef" alum opens a new restaurant in SC, holiday boat parade and a modern beach house hits the market in the Lantern District.

Dec 10, 2025

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9 min read

California-Mediterranean brand to open on Del Mar in 2026

California-Mediterranean brand to open on Del Mar in 2026

Plus a gourmet donut pop-up event at a popular boutique, Small Business Saturday local deals and a peaceful ocean-view masterpiece hits the market.

Nov 26, 2025

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7 min read

San Diego-based Nectarine Grove to open in DP next year

San Diego-based Nectarine Grove to open in DP next year

Plus a the latest on a new hotel and a new food fall, a disco rodeo party this weekend and a charming Craftsman just hit the market.

Nov 20, 2025

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8 min read

5 Days, 5 Deals: Your Guide to This Week’s Best Restaurant Specials

5 Days, 5 Deals: Your Guide to This Week’s Best Restaurant Specials

Plus a festive cranberry orange sourdough workshop, jazz event in San Clemente and a breathtaking ocean view home in the hills.

Nov 12, 2025

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8 min read

Two popular DP restaurants to close at the end of the year

Two popular DP restaurants to close at the end of the year

Plus updates on a hotel project in SC and a quintessential coastal cottage is our home of the week

Nov 5, 2025

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7 min read

New hotel breaks ground in Dana Point

New hotel breaks ground in Dana Point

Plus where to celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos around town this weekend, and legends about ghosts in SJC.

Oct 29, 2025

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7 min read

Sip, paint & create: This week's top 5 picks

Sip, paint & create: This week's top 5 picks

Plus a speakeasy night in San Clemente, a chili cook off for a good cause and a popular SoCal athleisure brand is coming to the SC outlets.

Oct 22, 2025

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6 min read

Highly anticipated mini golf experience breaks ground in SC

Highly anticipated mini golf experience breaks ground in SC

Plus stand-up comedy paired with Spanish wine, a pizza party at a buzz-worthy coffee shop and our picks for San Clemente Restaurant Week.

Oct 15, 2025

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5 min read

Your guide to Ohana Festival weekend

Your guide to Ohana Festival weekend

Plus a new happy hour from Finca, San Clemente Art Crawl and a pumpkin spice sourdough workshop this week.

Sep 24, 2025

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7 min read

Our top 4 fav burgers: Have you tried them all?

Our top 4 fav burgers: Have you tried them all?

Plus pizza & pints for a good cause, Yachty by Nature live performance, and a pop-up brunch complete with gourmet mini donuts

Sep 17, 2025

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7 min read

Harbor revamp: What Dana Point will look like by the 2028 Olympics

Harbor revamp: What Dana Point will look like by the 2028 Olympics

Plus The Maritime Festival returns, jazz in the garden, and a new happy hour menu that has our attention.

Sep 10, 2025

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7 min read

Upcoming SC food hall announces restaurant lineup

Upcoming SC food hall announces restaurant lineup

Plus a surfing festival, San Clemente Art Faire and the grand opening of a wine shop & tasting room.

Sep 3, 2025

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8 min read

Rattlesnakes in South OC: A dog owner's guide to safety

Rattlesnakes in South OC: A dog owner's guide to safety

Plus our featured event of the week, Hatch chile specials and sunset symphony at the beach.

Aug 27, 2025

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7 min read

A taste of Hawaii in South OC

A taste of Hawaii in South OC

Plus the long-awaited reopening of the Dana Point library, wine & oyster tasting and line dancing in SJC.

Aug 20, 2025

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8 min read

5 tail-wagging trails your dog will love

5 tail-wagging trails your dog will love

Plus catch a No Doubt tribute band this weekend, browse a stunning Capo Beach home for sale and visit this cafe for the ultimate beach picnic.

Aug 13, 2025

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10 min read

Raise a glass: Our top 5 happy hours around town

Raise a glass: Our top 5 happy hours around town

Plus San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival, a new açai spot coming to DP, and a fun way to take care of our ocean this weekend

Aug 6, 2025

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9 min read

The most underrated buy at San Clemente's Farmers Market

The most underrated buy at San Clemente's Farmers Market

Plus a new restaurant coming to Del Mar, live music to jam out to, and a flavor-packed pizza we have our eye on.

Jul 30, 2025

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8 min read

This charming NorCal town will win you over this summer

This charming NorCal town will win you over this summer

Plus concerts in the park, SUP with your pup and where to find banana chocolate chip donuts

Jul 23, 2025

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10 min read

Dana Point Harbor: big moves & what's next

Dana Point Harbor: big moves & what's next

Plus SC Ocean Fest, free symphony in the park and a feel-good coffee crawl

Jul 16, 2025

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8 min read

Party on: your local guide to celebrating the Fourth

Party on: your local guide to celebrating the Fourth

Standout celebrations for the whole fam, an Instagram-worthy cocktail recipe and tips to keep pets safe

Jul 2, 2025

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10 min read

Replenishing SC sand from an unexpected source

Replenishing SC sand from an unexpected source

Plus a dog adoption event, coastal meets western festival, and vintage vinyl market happening this weekend

Jun 25, 2025

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10 min read

The hidden gem in coastal CA that's worth a trip this summer

The hidden gem in coastal CA that's worth a trip this summer

Plus local summer concerts, movies in the park, and a can't-miss Summer Solstice party this weekend

Jun 19, 2025

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12 min read

San Diego organic eatery brings new location to Del Prado

San Diego organic eatery brings new location to Del Prado

Plus a recap of the Motel Minimarket, update on Trestles Pro and new local menu items

Jun 12, 2025

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12 min read

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