Guide to Orange County

We’ve officially moved to North County San Diego! I’m really going to miss Orange County. Here’s a guide to some of my favorites:

Beaches:

Strands- hands down my favorite beach in Orange County. The long walk down is worth the view and the least amount of tourists you’ll find in the summer.

CDM- our favorite spot for tinfoil dinners with friends.

Montage- this was our Sunday activity. Best tide pools in Orange County and a great spot for photos.

Crescent- local neighborhood beach. This one is Avery and Poppy’s top pick.

Food:

Beach Hut- grab the best sandwich of your life on your way down to Strands or Salt Creek. Get the pastrami!

Active Culture- wholesome bowl and coconut shake!

Baja Fish Taco- in my opinion OC needs some serious help in the Mexican food department. Baja Fish isn’t dirty mex like I prefer but it’s really good. All the proteins are grilled and super lean.

La Sirena- grab some chicken enchiladas with green sauce and an oatmeal coconut cookie before you head to the tide pools at Montage. Conveniently located just across PCH from each other.

Bagel Shack- swiss bagel with jalepeno cream cheese. It will change your life.

Fun:

Nordstrom: I know this isn’t ‘fun’ for most, but I will miss have 4 different Nordstrom locations all within 15 mins of my house.

That’s actually it for fun.. San Diego is just as awesome and has so much to offer. Minus conveniently placed malls for me. I’ll probably run for City Council and see if I can change that ASAP…

We’re excited for this adventure in our new city. Cheers to living a life outside our comfort zone.

XXO-lisa