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Elle’s 5-star review: Another in the books for COVID-19 times; grab a coffee, shop small, work and social distance all at the same time. I first stepped foot in The Rising Co. pre-pandemic. This was during their early set-up they were just settling into this comfortable space. Oceanside has created several community shared spaces over recent years, adding to the craft beer, local wine and thriving food scene. A co-op style environment, where local artists, makers and creatives show off there work and which you can support and shop SoCal. There is one of a kind art, fashion and jewelry. An added bonus is coffee, so you can linger longer with abundant seating around. It's one of those places where you will always get your find on; a card, a baby gift, a plant. I picked up some glow in the dark tattoos. Check out this ever changing spot in South O'side... #TheRisingCo #SouthOceanside #LingerLonger #SeaborneCoffee -
Elle’s 5-star review: This space if beautiful! I had a chance to visit for the first time on Mother's Day and all the ladies received a flower stem to take home. What a nice touch. The staff here is practicing safe social distancing protocols during COVID-19. Markers outside, limited entry inside, people are required to wear masks and even their mascot bear does too. You must pay by cash, but they conveniently placed an ATM in the store location, should you not be prepared. The budtenders are well versed in their product lines to assist you. I use CBD oil for it's health benefits and I absolutely love their edible popcorn. It is a balanced hybrid that is nice to relax with Netflix before bedtime. The store has something for everyone of age and that has a card. There is security at the door and things are well managed. You can also pick up your own plant for growing, that was a Father's Day gift. #Vista #MarchandAsh #ThePopcorn #BearWearsMaskToo -
Elle’s 4-star review: "Three South Oceanside locals living their dream of opening a seaside restaurant and doing it their way." This quote comes straight from the Privateer Coal Fire Pizza website and you can really feel this...through the space they have created. My husband and I finally made it over to The Privateer. It's so difficult to make a decision on where to get pizza pie, when there are so many places serving up something similar these days. We went for something new and different and wanted a non-chain type of experience. What I loved most on the visit were some of the unique menu items and I will give them five stars for being the first place I have seen and tried...Fried Olives... (a must try for any olive virgin)! I also love a place that can serve up tasty homemade potato chips and they serve them like I do with cheese baked on top! I will give it to them that they make a terrific pizza pie - we ordered ours from the menu of the day (which changes daily)...the full coal fire creates the perfect crust. The only reason I am giving a four star rating is that the pizza and service were a bit slow and that included other tables waiting for some time for their items. As far as ambiance, it's dark and cool inside with a rustic ambiance. It's almost nostalgic of the sailors that returned home from voyages in the gone by era - a seafarers delight! Check them out and order a pitcher of beer and get a salad to share (they come in large tossed salad bowls)...while you wait and enjoy the ambiance around you. There is an extensive patio (we didn't have a chance to sit here - as it was raining). We plan to return with our dog for a new experience. PS Don't forget you don't have to be a fried olive virgin any longer... -
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Elle’s 5-star review: Sailing takes me away...no, no... A little yacht rock, maybe? A day on the bay with dogs, YES! We finally made it to the Annual Bow Wow Brunch. Hosted by Hornblower Cruises, supported by Petco, fundraising for Helen Woodward Center! We were greeted by the captain upon boarding the boat, where our fur babe took a quick pic. We were escorted to our window table and provided info. People buffet in the middle , doggie buffet upstairs. Restrooms in the hall corridor between floors. Free flowing champagne and mimosas to enjoy! This event includes a costume contest with several categories and pet trick competition. Judges came around to check out the well dressed group. Our fur babe was dressed to impress, and I had him decked out as "The Barktender". You may see him serving a little bubbly around town. He won for the most original costume of the day. It was his first time on a boat and we now know he doesn't get sea sick... It was a perfect day on the water, warm breezes, sunny skies and the best time with all our fur friends and family members and all for a cause. After testing the waters, i think it's time for a boat! #BowWowBrunch #HelenWoodwardCenter #Hornblowercruises #Petco #PetCostumeContest #NoOneIsSeaSick #TimeForABoat -
Elle’s 3-star review: After trying Park 101 and later the Windmill Food Hall, I think we will be spending more of our time eating on State Street and points North in Oceanside and South in Encinitas. After visiting here twice there are a few reasons it's just A-OK. First, they always change where you order. Second, the services is really slow. Third, it's really small and hard to park at their location. I would also say the noise level here is at an all time high. Music was loud, adults drinking speaking high above it and then add kids playing with large games outside, it's like an outdoor dive bar with kids. This place can keep it's three for 1) It's pet friendly (the quietest of the group, but feel they should be aloud upstairs in adult only area) 2) The smoked meat (it's delicious) 3) It's near the beach (grab a quick bite). In the future, I think we would consider the food to go and take it to the picnic tables by the beach with our dog for that down time to chill that we deserve. Let the dogs upstairs Park 101! Note: They do provide a dessert coin for the kids, this is usually ice cream. And, coloring sheets to occupy time while waiting. I would love to see Park 101 prepped boxes to go for the beach. #Carlsbad #Park101 #PicnicBoxes #KidFriendly #PetFriendly -
Elle’s 5-star review: We joined the ranks! The ranks of those living in San Diego, breathing in that fresh sea air, yet never stepped foot on the USS Midway Museum after living here almost 20 years. So, it all began when I entered a contest to win "Top Gun" party tickets. These special events are only for those who have Memberships on the Midway. There were so many entries, we didn't win. A few days later a new contest opened up and it was perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit, "The Paranormal Experience and Overnighter". We were thrilled to win this time. The night started on the main deck with decorated tables, complimentary ID tags to commemorate the evening and flashlights to keep us safe from the scary things we might encounter. They served us dinner which was catered and we received a beverage ticket for a beer, wine or cocktail. We were seated with a couple volunteers, a staff member, and another couple who won tickets. The one thing I have to say is that the group who work on the Midway, regardless of role (employee/volunteer), they were all so friendly, passionate and truly engaged in their roles. It's not often you see this. We traveled with our table mates to different stations throughout the five hour evening experience. We visited places not open to the public on most tours. We heard personal stories and haunted tales. We sat with REAL Paranormal experts and they discussed the tools they use to detect activity seen or heard. Some of it could spook you. I didn't see anything but hope on some future visit I do. Dave the curator/historian knows so much and has met with many intuitive psychics. The rest of the Boo Crew kept us entertained. Dessert was served at the halfway point on the flight deck. I know we felt like we were in another world this evening. It's something you cannot explain, you just must experience it. The energy was good, the crowd inviting, and the ship a rarity. The USS Midway is the only remaining ship in the world of its kind and a museum for us all to enjoy. It is the most visited attraction in San Diego. Don't take so long to visit if you are local. My dad was Navy. We are considering a membership, as they host many events for members only, including; the Holiday Boat Parade, the Top Gun Party and a Beer Event to name a few options. This event was $40 per person and $60 for the sleep-over. We would have stayed but we had an event with our dog, although it happened to be next door the next day. #USSMidway #SanDiego #InTheNavy #Wraiths #ParanormalExperience -
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Elle’s 5-star review: There are a lot of dining choices in the desert area, both in and around Palm Springs. However, there are few that attract the locals versus the tourists on a regular basis. John Henry's is one of those restaurants. You are not going to find a lot of trendy Elite reviews on here. The crowd is old school, give them a pen and paper or a typewriter and you might read about it in a newspaper. It's the perfect dining spot to go off the grid! John Henry's serves many classic dishes. You can expect a healthy dose of food smothered in butter. Everything we have eaten here on several occasions was delicious. The service is probably the best in Palm Springs. A certain class comes with old school dining. The restaurant consists mostly of a patio, with people conversing versus using their technology. There is much camaraderie. People talk to one another. The patio is part romantic, part jovial and the space heaters keep you warm in the cooler months. If you are looking for something off the beaten track, a surprise you didn't expect or a place you won't forget, stop by John Henry's. They can make a mean classic cocktail that won't disappoint. My therapy dog was well loved by the staff too. #PalmSprings #Classic #JohnHenrys #OldSchool #Locals -
Elle’s 5-star review: Are you a farmer? Do you support local farms? Do you want to know more about farming? San Diego is home to many small farms and that in itself is very special. Here at the Farm Bureau of San Diego County, you can gain education as a farmer, consumer or interested party on many topics of our agriculture region. I dragged my husband semi-willingly to a discussion on California's newest cream of the crop; coffee! It is indeed the hot new commodity. Who wouldn't like to drink their own coffee every day, straight from the land. I just love those fresh cherry beans! We are talking with our co-interested farming friends about a mini coffee adventure of sorts and we might be able to help some at risk young adults at the same time. You can join the Farm Bureau of San Diego as a member, attend slow food events or just learn more about farming in general in our local area. A sense of community exists here. #Escondido #FarmBureauofSanDiegoCounty #Beans #YouDontHaveToBeLonely -
Elle’s 5-star review: I took my husband here for brunch for his birthday this weekend. We fell in love Jeune et Jolie one weeknight over the summer when we came for a post yoga workout dinner. Both our dinner and brunch were five stars. Everything about the place is lovely. In both instances we chose the intimate patio seating, thanks to heaters at night and beautiful sunny weather during the day. The waitstaff work their magic, lovely details and presentation with service. Homemade soup and steak for dinner and fruit and eggs for brunch. An extensive wine list and hand squeezed juices. A write up in Esquire, French music plays on a unique reel to reel, and a place to celebrate the Jeune et Jolie life. Note: All dinner should end with dessert and the patio is pet friendly for well behaved dogs. Our fur babe loved his birthday weekend in the Carlsbad Village too. #CarlsbadVillage #JeuneEtJolie #NightOrDay #YoungandBeautiful #PetFriendlyPatio -
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Elle’s 5-star review: Here kitty, here kitty, kitty...Todd was my kitty of the day, jumped right up to the window seat in front of me, napped and watched me work. It's not often that I leave a place feline inspired to write a review right away, but after visiting Cat & Craft, I feel my inner kitty coming out... The slogan here is: Cat, Craft and Chill. What is this place, one might wonder? When I first heard about the business, I thought it was a DIY (do-it-yourself) event space. What is so unique is that this place has many opportunities to be many things to many people, but in basic terms first, this is what you can do here: Cat = Observe cats via viewing windows from a craft coffee business. You may choose to pay and play with cats for $12 per person, in the cat room for a reserved time. If you make a match during your stay and play, you might choose to adopt a cat. + Craft = Enjoy a locally roasted craft coffee beverage while cats observe you from the other side of the viewing room. No fee for cats watching humans. They will tease you, hoping you will take them home. The craft side has light snacks and treats available for purchase. + Chill = Not in the name of the business, yet easy to do here. You might accomplish some work (plenty of outlets and free wi-fi), join a class (cat yoga is starting this month and I see DIY opportunities as a possibility) or maybe you just want to spend time with friends, feline or not (you can enjoy award winning coffee while you do that thing that you do). The staff is educated and friendly, the environment is clean and earthy, and the craft coffee is smooth and balanced. When it comes to the cats, they bring joy to those that wish to adopt or those that may not be able to have a cat, making this the purrfect place to check out the kitties. Note: Cat & Craft works with local award winning Manzanita Coffee Roasters, Spray Paint Artist, Carley Ealey who designed the engaging cat room, and LYFF Rescue to save the kitties, they can be contacted at: www.lyffrescue.com I look forward to returning for cat yoga and just to Cat, Craft and Chill! #Vista #Cat&Craft #ManzanitaCoffeeRoasters #CarleyEaley #LYFFRescue -
Elle’s 5-star review: When mother nature calls... It's time to get out and visit your local backroads! In North County San Diego, there is an area dedicated as an agriculture preserve known as the San Pasqual Valley. Much of the 14,000 acres remains untouched and is maintained by the city or county of San Diego. The area is established under an Escondido zip code (part of the second largest city in San Diego County) and is in close proximity to the communities of Ramona, Poway and Rancho Bernardo.You will find vineyards, wineries, farms, orchards, produce stands, CSA's, ranches, trails, historical sites, museums, and the world famous San Diego Zoo Sarfari Park in the valley! I first visited the valley approximately 10 years ago and I have never left...it's the perfect balance for a town and country day! #SanPasqualValley #WorldFamousSanDiegoZoo #TownandCountry -
Elle’s 5-star review: S3 is my dream coffee place. It's the best tasting coffee in San Diego for a craft coffee beverage. Instead of ordering a rainbow latte, I ask for a rainbow mocha and it never disappoints. Just a couple weeks before the COVID19 required shut-downs, they had opened down the street with a drive thru. I am thankful for this new location. They have short lines, they will make my special drink for me (the one that is pretty and tastes even better) and you can even pick up an S3 mask to support them... A rainbow mocha always makes my day! #SanDiego #S3 #RainbowMocha #MasksforSale -
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Elle’s 4-star review: We had to check out The Goods! Some of the best places are found by searching and in other situations by a chance wandering... The husband and I were walking Carlsbad Village with our dog. We were immediately drawn in to the aesthetics of The Goods. Simple but classy... The menu is the same. The Goods doesn't have mega offerings with tacky toppings instead you get an elegant treat at the Goods. A fritter here, a ganache donut there and coffee beverages for order! A lot of Portland mixed with a little Paris...my kind of Goods. Check out the Goods when you visit Carlsbad Village. They just completed their soft opening. I look forward to watching them grow... #CarlsbadVillage #TheGoods #YelpNCSD #GrowtheGoods
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Elle’s 5-star review: I love this place that brings joy and also peace to many people. A piece of history that is so special. I never tire of visiting the Mission San Luis Rey. There is always something going on. A 4th grade visit, a sing-a-long movie night, a dog blessing. My husband and I have had a membership, which provides some discounts, taken tours, that are highly informative, attended events for foodies and I have retreated here, and visit to light a candle for my mom as a remembrance. Now, there is a new reason to visit SLR, for the new "Mission Grounds" Coffee house. They offer basic coffee and snacks and a pleasant area to sit, talk or work near the garden. It is such a blessing to have this new addition, but be aware they close by 3pm. In addition, I love the new changes to the website, they have an application online that you may download and the gift shop is always stocked with new and interesting items, much of it locally sourced, I love the new water bottles and picked up a special item too. The special item is a "Cat's Meow" wooden piece. The very first time I moved away from home and lived on my own, a Cat's Meow piece was made for the historic clubhouse on the farmland which I lived. Now, I own the historic Mission SLR which is my final resting home. PS The mission asked the Cat's Meow team to re-create this piece, as they had one many years ago. It just made my week to find this special item and I love telling the story. Visit SLR, if you are ever in Oceanside and grab some Mission Grounds coffee and enjoy all it has to offer. #Oceanside #MissionSanLuisRey #MissionGrounds #CatsMeow #MyMostReviewedPlace -
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