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Dining at Sharky’s Thousand Oaks

Posted on January 28, 2016 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Sharky's, Sharky's Social, Thousand Oaks Mexican food | 4 Comments

Sharky's Restaurant

On a recent outing to Thousand Oaks, I stopped by Sharky's Woodfired Mexican Grill with my family to grab some lunch. Located in the Janss Marketplace on Moorpark Road, it's about a mile away from The Oaks Mall where we had just been shopping at the Disney Store. The main reason why I like eating at Sharky's is its commitment to serving healthy & fresh food. They aim to buy local whenever possible & source natural, organic … [Read more...]

Kung Fu Panda 3 – My Chitty Chitty Chat Chat with Jack Black

Posted on January 26, 2016 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Dreamworks Animation, Jack Black, Kung Fu Panda 3 | Leave a Comment

Have you seen the TV commercials for Kung Fu Panda 3? If so then you'll recognize my reference to the "chitty chitty chat chat” line! Po, Shifu, Tigress, Mr. Ping & the gang are all back for this 3rd installment of the Kung Fu Panda franchise. This time around they are bringing some new & fresh characters with them! There’s Mei Mei, who is voiced by Kate Hudson. If you haven’t seen her “Ribbon Dance” then you can click on over here … [Read more...]

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is Coming to Valencia Town Center! #Awesometown

Posted on January 25, 2016 | Filed Under: Local Events, Pop Culture | Tags: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, Hello Kitty food, Valencia Town Center | 2 Comments

Attention Hello Kitty fans! The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is coming to the Westfield Valencia Town Center on Saturday, January 30th from 10am-6pm! If you follow my blog, then you know how much I LOVE Hello Kitty.  Back in 2014, I attended the Hello Kitty Con in downtown LA, which is where I first saw the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck. This super cute cafe on wheels spreads Sanrio’s message of happiness, friendship & fun while offering yummy goodies to … [Read more...]

Baked Penne Pasta with Ground Turkey {Recipe}

Posted on January 25, 2016 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: easy pasta recipe, Foster Farms Organic Ground Turkey, Penne Pasta with Ground Turkey | 4 Comments

The following post is sponsored by Foster Farms Organic Ground Turkey. All opinions are 100% my own. January is usually the time of year when people look to make healthy food choices. One of the healthy food swaps that I've incorporated with my family is to switch from using ground beef to ground turkey. It is a healthy alternative to ground beef & an easy substitute to any meal. So occasionally on "Taco Tuesday" I will substitute ground … [Read more...]

Meet Alison, Co-Owner of WORK. by The Office Stylist

Posted on January 20, 2016 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Alison Massie, Sherman Oaks coworking, WORK. by The Office Stylist | 1 Comment

A couple of years ago, I tried out a coworking space in Sherman Oaks called WORK. by The Office Stylist. It is a super cool coworking office & you can read more about my experience here. I kept in touch with Alison, the co-owner, from that point on. She has seen my blog evolve & I have watched her grow her coworking business AND her family! :) I am so thrilled to introduce you to my friend & the latest Real Mom of the SFV, Alison … [Read more...]

Celebrating National Popcorn Day with Gaslamp Popcorn!

Posted on January 19, 2016 | Filed Under: Food, Product Reviews | Tags: Gaslamp Popcorn, National Popcorn Day, Popcorn Day | Leave a Comment

One of the things my family loves to eat while watching a movie is popcorn. You've heard the phrase "Netflix & chill" but in our house we throw on a DVD, break out the popcorn & chill! Since today is National Popcorn Day, I thought I'd share with you my newest finding – Gaslamp Popcorn! Gaslamp Popcorn has been around since 1998. The company started out in the Gaslamp District of San Diego with their famous kettle corn flavor. It … [Read more...]

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