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9 Must-Visit Thrift Shops in San Clemente

9 Must-Visit Thrift Shops in San Clemente

Right along El Camino Real between Marquita and Avenida Palizada, you’ll find a lineup of 9 thrift stores right in a row.

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Coffee Flights Have Landed in Lake Forest

Coffee Flights Have Landed in Lake Forest

We kicked off our Saturday morning at Redshift Coffee Roasters, where coffee flights are a full-on tasting experience.

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A Japanese Speakeasy in San Clemente!

A Japanese Speakeasy in San Clemente!

You’ll walk into a very unassuming building, check-in by ‘the bookcase’, before being ushered up a hidden staircase...

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Jason Ladd
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The Rise of the Tahini Latte

The Rise of the Tahini Latte

Artisanal coffee with bold, trendy flavors like tahini, cardamom rose, pakola patchouli and strawberry matcha.

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Brunch at the End of the Trail

Brunch at the End of the Trail

BBQ battles, classic cars and cocktails, a moonlit grunion run, live country music, and magical brunch at the end of the rainbow tunnel!

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Brunch at the End of the Oso Creek Trail

Brunch at the End of the Oso Creek Trail

Oso Creek Trail in Mission Viejo is one of our favorite ways to start a weekend—not because it’s a cardio challenge, but because it’s a peaceful, flower-lined walk that just so happens to end with one of the best brunch patios in all of Orange County.

Lorna Ladd
Lorna Ladd
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Speakeasy Does It in San Clemente

Speakeasy Does It in San Clemente

Last night, we walked through a hidden door, rang a mysterious bell, and got sized up through a peephole - and suddenly, we were transported to the 1920’s.

Lorna Ladd
Lorna Ladd
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🍪 Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

🍪 Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

We went on a mission to find South OC’s best chocolate chip cookie - just real-deal local bakers doing magical things with butter and sea salt.

Lorna Ladd
Lorna Ladd
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Best Swim Spot in Laguna

Best Swim Spot in Laguna

Tucked at the base of Fairview Street in Laguna Beach, this quiet beach is a favorite for swimmers, snorkelers, and scuba divers.

Lorna Ladd
Lorna Ladd
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Happy Hour at Todos Santos

Happy Hour at Todos Santos

Fresh off a trip to the real Todos Santos in Baja, we came back craving tacos and tequila—and Todos Santos in RSM delivered.

Lorna Ladd
Jason Ladd
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The Best Garden in OC...

The Best Garden in OC...

It’s private. It’s peaceful. And honestly? It might be the best garden in all of Orange County but it’s not on Google Maps and it’s invite only.

Lorna Ladd
Lorna Ladd
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🍞 The Best Artisan Bread in South Orange County

🍞 The Best Artisan Bread in South Orange County

Eight incredible bakers brought their best sourdough to a panel of six tasters. Same basic ingredients—wildly different flavors, crusts, and personality. Here’s who stood out:

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Lorna Ladd
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