The Beyond Burger with a plant-based patty, sprouts, avocado and house-made ketchup at Lumberyard Alternative “meatlike” proteins and vegetable-based entrees continue to push the limits. By Sharon Stello Since Beyond Burger and Impossible Burger leaped onto the food scene with their plant-based patties in 2016, the alternative meat market has Read More
Serenity Skin Care A local collective promotes well-being with a focus on holistic health, fitness and aesthetic services. By Tanya A. Yacina Boat Canyon Shopping Center, a frequented locale in north Laguna, isn’t just home to popular grocery store Pavilions and a few restaurants visible from the street. In fact, Read More
Bluebird Mercantile’s many items, from handcrafted clothing to books, ceramics and gift items Bluebird Mercantile offers a new kind of shopping experience in Laguna Beach. By Ashley Breeding Bluebird Mercantile is curated the same way its founder, Amii Schenk, says a beautiful home or wardrobe should be: “with well-made pieces Read More
The Ranch at Laguna Beach fire pits | Photo by The Ranch at Laguna Beach Local date ideas abound for Valentine’s Day and beyond. By Sharael Kolberg With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, couples are likely wondering what they can do to impress their loved one with a romantic Read More
Lagunans Carrie Rae Woodburn and Sue Winner present pieces made from leather at Sawdust Art Festival and beyond. By Stefanee Freedman Ancient people used leather for everything from garments and accessories to canvases, musical instruments and household furnishings, and the creativity surrounding this medium has continued to inspire modern-day artists Read More
According to Huma Sulaiman, you can find spalike serenity with dark-colored bathrooms as well. | Photo by Shade Degges Design a bathroom that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. By Ashley Ryan When creating cozy areas in the home, you’ll likely want to incorporate warm throw blankets, plush pillows Read More
Enjoy a green-thumbed approach with these local drinks. By Crawford McCarthy Spending time wandering the great outdoors is said to be good for both physical and mental health—but what about incorporating the beauty and bounty of nature in our drinks? From botanical spirits to floral garnishes, garden-fresh beverages have begun Read More
Wyland promoting his campaign for water conservation | Photo by Wyland Foundation Artist Wyland makes waves as a dedicated marine conservationist. By Tanya A. Yacina Wyland’s name is equally synonymous with art and marine conservation, positioning him as the quintessential Laguna Beach resident. After visiting the beach town with his Read More
Unconditional co-founders Amy and Julian Mack with their dogs (from left) Levi, Harper, StanLee and Oona Unconditional, a senior and special needs dog rescue, is building a Laguna Canyon adoption center and has opened a veterinary center to reduce the organization’s medical care costs. By Sharon Stello A decade ago, Read More
