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This weeks lineup:
Make a stop for these incredibly beautiful edible flowers next time your at SC Farmers Market (and see what we cooked with them)
Head over to this pup-friendly happy hour with a view
Summer concerts & art fairs to groove to this weekend
Gibroni’s is bringing the heat with their newest pizza flavor
EDIBLE FLOWERS
If you’ve been to the San Clemente Farmers Market recently, you’ve probably seen them. Maybe you even stopped to take a closer look and inquire further.
They’re bright, seasonal and not something you can find at most grocery stores.
I’m referring to squash blossoms.
Find squash blossoms sold at the weekly San Clemente Farmers Market.
Squash blossoms are the edible flowers of squash plants—typically from zucchini or other summer squash varieties. These delicate, golden-yellow or orange blossoms are prized in many cuisines for their subtle squash flavor and tender texture.
And we’re lucky enough to live in a warm climate where they thrive. They are also in season right now, and not for much longer (their peak season is May - September), making them a sought after at the summer farmers markets.
There are so many ways you can prepare them - such as roasting, adding as garnishes to pastas, incorporating into frittatas or salads, or stuffing and frying them. I opted for the latter, following this easy recipe, and they were seriously delicious.
Give them a try next time you’re at the San Clemente Farmers Market.
ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAM
July 30th
Mom walk & coffee in San Clemente @ 10am-11:30am: Join the Mom Walk Collective for a 2 mile stroll followed by coffee from High Tide. Register here.
August 1st
Little Folk Club at Bump Out Park @ 10am-10:45am: Bring your picnic blankets, favorite instruments and little ones for singalong, followed by refreshments. More here.
August 2nd
Eco Tots at The Ecology Center @ 9am-1:30pm: Bring the fam to The Ecology Center for an interactive experience centered around the farm, gardening and crafting. Sign up here.
August 3rd
Community Loom at Casa Romantica @ 10am-2pm: Bring the kids and learn about textile art and add to the community loom at this free event. Learn more.
Harbor dog stroll @ 8:30am: Meet at The Doggie Barkery for a group one hour stroll, followed by treats and coffee. Learn more.
LIVE MUSIC
July 30th
Dream Brother at River Street Marketplace @ 6pm-9pm: Enjoy free live music in between eating, browsing and shopping.
July 31st
Seaside Sessions at The Wharf: Matt Koerner @ 4pm-6pm: Enjoy a seaside happy hour with live music, weekly at The Wharf.
San Clemente Summer Concerts: Family Style @ 6pm-8pm: Rock out at the Pier’s free Summer Concert series. Learn more.
August 3rd
Concerts in the park:
Flock of ‘80s @ 2:30pm-4pm: Bring a blanket, snacks and drinks and head to Sea Terrace Park for a free community concert. Deets here.
Yachty by Nature @ 4pm-6pm: And another one! Come later or stay longer for the second act.
FITNESS, ARTS & LEISURE
July 30th
River Street Run Club: Meet outside Hobie at River Street Marketplace at 6:30pm for a 3-5 mile run
July 31st
San Clemente Art Crawl at Los Molinos @ 7pm: The monthly art crawl is back this Thursday. Live music, browse art from local artists, food and beer, and good vibes.
Wine tasting at HöM @ 6pm-8pm: Sample local wines from Caleb & Rose winery, lite bites and browse summer hosting essentials. RSVP here.
Bark in the park @ 4pm: Unwind for a fun happy hour with your pups at Lantern’s Edge in Dana Point. RSVP here.
August 2nd
Yoga in the park @ 8:30am: Kickoff your weekend with a relaxing yoga session at Lantern Bay Park. Sign up here.
Dana Point Farmer’s Market @ La Plaza Park from 9am-1pm. Local jewelry, fresh produce, clothing, candles and more.
San Clemente Village Art Fair @ 10am-4pm: Browse works from local artists at the lawn in front of the SC Library at this monthly art fair.
August 3rd
San Clemente Farmers Market at Del Mar @ 9am-1pm: Shop for fresh local produce, baked goods, and enjoy the good vibes on a summery Sunday morning.
Soul flow yoga at The Ecology Center @ 9am-10:15am: Breath in, breath out. Get your morning started with a relaxing yoga session in the Peace Dome. Sign-up here.
COMING SOON TO DEL MAR
Del Mar is getting what looks like a casual & tasty place for lunch and dinner, with a little western flair.
Coastal Cowboy, located at 214 Del Mar in San Clemente, has been teasing their opening since this past spring, and now it looks like it’s finally ready to open.
Look for Coastal Cowboy on Del Mar — coming soon.
They just published their menu online, which features dishes such as smash burgers, smoked brisket tacos, BBQ miso cod, and even baked custard + gelato for dessert.
While they haven’t announced an opening date yet, we’re thinking it could be within the next week. Stay tuned!
YOU’LL WANT A COLD BEER FOR THIS ONE
Local favorite Gibroni’s announced a tap takeover and collab kick-off with South O Brewing of Oceanside this Friday from 6pm-9pm.
In addition to a new tasty looking Hazy IPA, they’re also launching a new pizza that looks fire.
The Hot Hot Hot Pizza features hot soppressata, hot cherry peppers, whipped herbed goat cheese and topped with hot honey drizzle.
Get it while it’s hot! 🔥
Thanks for reading & catch ya out there
— Hannah B
