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Celebrate World Oceans Day with Rubio’s Coastal Grill

Posted on June 8, 2020 | Filed Under: Food, Social Good | Tags: ocean conservation, Rubio's, Rubio's Coastal Grill, World Oceans Day | Leave a Comment

Rubios World Oceans Day 2020

World Oceans Day takes place annually on the 8th of June. In celebration of World Oceans Day, Rubio’s Coastal Grill will be giving away free, reusable tote bags. No coupon is needed. Simply order from any Rubio’s on Monday, June 8 and/or Tuesday, June 9, to receive a complimentary bag, while supplies last. Now that beaches around the country are opening up, people will once again be able to see the wondrous display of nature. I’ve … [Read more...]

Rubio’s Celebrates National Shrimp Day with $6 Shrimp Entrées!

Posted on May 7, 2020 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: National Shrimp Day, Rubio's, Rubio's Coastal Grill, shrimp entrees | 2 Comments

Rubio's National Shrimp Day

I love a good food holiday and with Cinco de Mayo behind us, we have another fun holiday to look forward to – National Shrimp Day! Fun Fact: Americans eat more shrimp than any other seafood. Remember that guy from the "Forrest Gump" movie who loved to eat shrimp? This festive food celebration is clearly his holiday! National Shrimp Day is celebrated on May 10th, which coincidentally falls on Mother’s Day this year. If you’re like me, the best … [Read more...]

Gus’s Barbecue in Porter Ranch {Foodie Review}

Posted on February 23, 2020 | Filed Under: Food, Product Reviews | Tags: Gus’s Barbecue, Los Angeles Barbecue, Porter Ranch restaurants, The Vineyards at Porter Ranch | 5 Comments

Gus's BBQ - Restaurant

Earlier this month, Gus’s Barbecue opened a new location in the San Fernando Valley. Up until now, I had not been familiar with Gus’s Barbecue, but I quickly learned that the original South Pasadena restaurant has a big following! Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving up traditional Southern cooking and finger-licking BBQ. The restaurant is in a new shopping center called The Vineyards at Porter Ranch, located between Whole Foods and a Nordstrom … [Read more...]

Friday Feels: February 21, 2020

Posted on February 21, 2020 | Filed Under: Fitness, Food, Mommy Stuff | Tags: Food & Wine Festival, Gus’s Barbecue, PopSugar Grounded, Row House Granada Hills, Top Chef, Universal Studios Hollywood | Leave a Comment

Friday Feels - Row House Granada Hills

Oh happy day…it’s Friday! Honestly though, the week went by fast because I had Monday off for Presidents’ Day. That in itself is wonderful because it has been years since I’ve had that day off as a paid holiday. I’ve been a busy bee trying out different places & things. I’m also looking forward to some upcoming events. With that said, here are the 5 things that I’ve been up to and/or thinking about! Row House Granada Hills Row House … [Read more...]

The Lion King {Movie Night} + Pumbaa’s Dirt Pudding Recipe

Posted on October 20, 2019 | Filed Under: Food, Pop Culture | Tags: dirt pudding, kids party desserts, pudding dirt cups, The Lion King, Walt Disney Studios | 3 Comments

The Lion King - Pumbaa Pudding Dirt Cups

I received a complimentary copy of “The Lion King” as well as promotional items which helped facilitate this blog post. All opinions are my own. Who is ready to feel the love tonight with Disney’s “The Lion King”? The visually stunning and iconic movie is out now on digital and will be released on Blu-ray/DVD on October 22. I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to curling up on the couch with my family for a fun movie … [Read more...]

2019 Gelato Festival America – Los Angeles

Posted on October 6, 2019 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: Gelato Festival America, Gelato Festival LA, Pacific Design Center, West Hollywood | 1 Comment

Gelato Festival Orange Chocolate Gelato

Last weekend my daughter & I ventured out to West Hollywood to attend the Gelato Festival held at the Pacific Design Center. This two-day festival featured local & visiting gelato makers, who created a special one-time flavor just for this event. Attendees got to sample all-you-can-eat gelato that was made fresh on-site all day long. Where was the gelato made? In the world’s largest mobile frozen dessert laboratory! It was … [Read more...]

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