Summer is here and what is better than a day spent with family and friends outdoors? The weather is perfect to enjoy the great outdoors whether you are a hiker, surfer, or simply, a sun soaker. Here in Newport Beach, the pristine beaches offer an oasis to laze the day away doing absolutely nothing but…
Read MoreFathers in TV commercials are far too often portrayed as bumbling idiots who, without the intervention of his wife, children, or the family pet, are a constant threat to turn their home into a pile of rubble because of their abject stupidity. This is most unfortunate, because this archetype tends to undermine how valuable a…
Read MoreAcai berries contain antioxidants, fiber and heart-healthy fats known to provide energy, strengthen the cardiovascular system, promote good skin, prevent aging, and suppress the growth of cancer. Acai is considered a superfood because it has more antioxidants than any other commonly eaten berries, like cranberries, blueberries and strawberries. It is a delicious and healthy way…
Read MoreMay is National Barbecue Month, and you can satisfy your BBQ craving with some meaty offerings at several spots right here in Newport Beach. Traditionally, barbecue is wood-smoked, though plenty of practitioners utilize a grill or alternate cooking methods. Check out these barbecue offerings just in time for the holiday weekend! Balboa Bar-B-Que Have you…
Read MoreThere is just nothing else like the refreshing scent of springtime flowers dancing in a vase or basket. And here in Newport Beach and Corona Del Mar there are so many splendid, selections to choose from. Whether you are dashing in to pick up an arrangement on the way to brunch, or ordering ahead for…
Read MoreFor the past 16 years, the movies showcased during the Newport Beach Film Festival have been evokers of raw emotion. These flicks do more than merely make us laugh, cry, cheer, and gasp. They reach out and activate touchstones within our hearts and souls with a touch that can be as gentle as a lilting…
Read MoreCity Parking Lots and Metered Parking Balboa Pier Parking Lot Current Parking Rates: Rates vary depending on time of year. Automobiles: May-September: $1.75 per hour – $17.50 daily maximum October-April : $1.20 per hour – $18 daily maximum Recreational Vehicles (No Camping): May-September: $1.75 per hour – $17.50 daily max (Per Space Occupied). October-April: $1.20…
Read MoreThe time was 1947. The Newport Ocean Sailing Association (NOSA) had just been founded, and members of the new club were coming up with ideas of how they could promote the sport of ocean racing, seamanship and the development of sailing activities, while supporting junior programs and sponsorship of accomplished amateurs. That led to the…
Read MoreSpring has sprung in Newport Beach! What better time to get out and enjoy some of the events and activities that the area has to offer. From special celebrations of the season to “egg-citing” Easter activities, there’s something for everyone. For Nature Lovers Roger’s Gardens and Sherman Library & Gardens, both in Corona del Mar,…
Read MoreOver the last few years, whiskey has evolved from the drink for older gents and hardscrabble individuals to a trendy spirit for all ages. Many factors have signaled an upswing in this brown spirit’s popularity, from the massive proliferation of small batch distilleries to the removal of the perception that young adults need not imbibe….
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