Kathy Pawluk, president of the Assistance League of Laguna Beach | Photo by Ashley Littlefield Assistance League of Laguna Beach endeavors to help the masses. By Tanya A. Yacina As an all-volunteer nonprofit, the Assistance League of Laguna Beach focuses on enhancing the local community and transforming lives through its Read More
A panel discussion at Hobie Surf Shop during a past year’s Coast Film & Music Festival | Photo by Jonathan Nimerfroh/JDN Photography Coast Film & Music Festival helps cultivate community while highlighting cinema and conservation. By Ashley Ryan While Laguna Beach is known for its art scene, Coast Film & Read More
For family portraits, Kristin Karkoska recommends wearing colors that mirror the background, like blues, grays and earth tones. | Photo by Blue Sky’s Studio Laguna Beach photographers Kristin Karkoska and Anna Goddard take clients out of the studio to capture stunning family portraits filled with personality. By Ashley Ryan Capturing Read More
Contramar for two at Las Brisas | Photo by Las Brisas Local chefs create fish dishes with around-the-world influences. By Tanya A. Yacina One of the perks of living in a beachside town is the abundance of fresh fish dishes from which to choose at local restaurants. Seasonal selections combine Read More
One of the easiest ways to eat fish also happens to be the most beloved. By Ashley Ryan There’s something about a fish taco that has long captivated those along the coast. Whether hard shell or soft, with fish crispy or grilled, these savory dishes offer endless combinations that allow Read More
Rainer Schwarz, executive chef and partner at Driftwood Kitchen and The Deck on Laguna Beach | Photo by Anne Watson Photography Chef Rainer Schwarz of Driftwood Kitchen and The Deck on Laguna Beach reveals his tips for selecting and preparing fish and other oceanic dishes. By Ashley Ryan It’s thought Read More
Bellissimo (front) and La Vita e Bella cocktails | Photo by Ashley Ryan Cin Cin Parlour is a classy lounge offering chic cocktails, fresh bites and live entertainment, all in a familiar space. By Ashley Ryan If you live in Laguna Beach, chances are you’ve been to Ristorante Rumari for Read More
The Driftwood Kitchen Seafood Tower | Photo by Anne Watson Photography Find the best of ocean-to-table dining at this town’s impressive restaurants. By Crawford McCarthy The sound of crashing waves is more than just the background music of Laguna Beach—it is a calling to chefs, an invitation to wade through Read More
Patrick Shearn’s 2020 installation over Heisler Park | Photo by Laguna Art Museum As Laguna Art Museum prepares to mark a milestone with the 10th year of its Art & Nature festival, the organization looks to embrace connection and add meaning to its offerings. By Ashley Ryan Since Julie Perlin Read More
Steamed Manila clams, Mexican white prawns and PEI mussels at Sapphire, Cellar-Craft-Cook | Photo by Carla Rhea Dive into the sea of shellfish dishes available at Laguna Beach restaurants. By Ashley Probst There’s nothing quite like a succulent shrimp cocktail or lobster drenched in butter to satiate any seafood lover’s Read More
