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Worth a Buy or a Try? January 2021 Recap

A recap of everything I purchased in January 2021 and if it was worth a…

by Morgan Elizabeth February 18, 2021

rows of palm trees and infinity pools at st regis punta mita

The St Regis Punta Mita Resort Review

The St Regis Punta Mita is one of the top resorts in Punta de Mita,…

by Morgan Elizabeth February 11, 2021

view of Yelapa, Mexico from a boat, one of many hidden beaches in Puerto Vallarta

3 Best Hidden Beaches in Puerto Vallarta

Did you know there are hidden beaches in Puerto Vallarta only accessible by boat? Here…

by Morgan Elizabeth February 4, 2021

Where We Ate in Puerto Vallarta

Looking for restaurant recommendations in Puerto Vallarta? In this post I go over all the…

by Morgan Elizabeth January 28, 2021

beach lounge chairs available in front of Fanny's in Yelapa, Mexico

Traveling to Puerto Vallarta and Punta Mita During the Pandemic

Curious what it's like to travel to Puerto Vallarta and Punta Mita during the COVID-19…

by Morgan Elizabeth January 10, 2021

Traveling to Cabo San Lucas During the Pandemic

I traveled to Cabo San Lucas during the COVID-19 Pandemic and was extremely impressed with…

by Morgan Elizabeth December 17, 2020

A Weekend at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs

A comprehensive hotel review of the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs in downtown Palm Springs, California.

by Morgan Elizabeth May 16, 2020

San Diego to Carmel A California Coast Road Trip

An itinerary for a California coast road trip from San Diego to Carmel by the…

by Morgan Elizabeth May 16, 2020

Hong Kong Disneyland in 15 Photos

A photo gallery of Hong Kong Disneyland. The similarity to the California park is uncanny.…

by Morgan Elizabeth May 14, 2020

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Welcome! I’m Morgan! I’m a new blogger, lover of all things travel and a self-proclaimed foodie. My love for travel started at the young age of 9 with a trip to Maui with my mom and twin brother. Since then, I have travelled to over 20 countries! Follow along as I grow that number and document all my experiences (good and bad) as well as tips and tricks I learn along the way!

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I’m a sucker for good atmosphere at restaurants.

I’m a sucker for good atmosphere at restaurants. Yes, it plays an important part in my review and Valentina in Encinitas has done it right. It’s light, bright and I love the small cozy bar that reminds me of something you’d find in Europe.
Does atmosphere matter to you while dining out? Or do you mainly focus on the food? Indulge me, I’m curious!
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NEW BLOG POST AND HAPPY EARTH DAY!! Click the lin

NEW BLOG POST AND HAPPY EARTH DAY!!
Click the link in my bio to read all about my experience glamping in Zion National Park with Under Canvas. Spoiler alert, I’m officially a glamping convert 😉.
I love this little planet we call home and I’m looking forward to exploring more of its beauty for many years to come! Here’s to continuing to become more conscious of our impact and making some changes (no matter how small or big) in our daily lives to make sure future generations will have the same opportunities to explore as we have 🌎💙.
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Did you know Valentina in Encinitas is open for lu

Did you know Valentina in Encinitas is open for lunch Friday-Sunday?? I was pleasantly surprised to find this while browsing through potential lunch spots last week. I already knew I enjoyed their dinner menu so I was eager to get over there and give it a try for lunch!
We went on a Friday afternoon and it wasn’t very busy at all so we were able to enjoy the cute covered patio almost entirely to ourselves. The lunch menu is smaller but offers a variety of small plates and main dishes inspired by “the classic bistros of Mexico City, Spain and France.”
Valentina is a solid restaurant option in Encinitas for dinner and after my delicious lunch experience, I highly recommend heading over there for a nice weekend lunch as well!
Mussels al Vino
Market mussels. Herb butter broth. Crostini.
Wiener Schnitzel
Pork. Lemon sauce. Greens.
Chipirones a la Plancha
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The Deck by Fresco is now open in Carlsbad Village

The Deck by Fresco is now open in Carlsbad Village! This rooftop bar and eatery is such a great addition to Carlsbad and sits just above 264 Fresco. The ocean views, modern chic decor and hand-crafted cocktails means this is going to be the place to be this summer.
Now keep in mind, The Deck is separate from 264 Fresco so there’s a separate host/hostess to check in with at the base of the stairs. We arrived late afternoon on Saturday and only had to wait about 15-20min before we were seated. I can imagine the wait gets pretty long before sunset so I suggest planning accordingly if you’re planning to go for sunset.
Currently, The Deck is open Wed-Sun 4pm-9:30pm and serves some light shareable food items along with some delicious cocktails. Their menu ranges from oysters to charcuterie to lamb meatballs so there’s something for everyone!
Local Big Eye
Basil. Lemon verbena. Serrano. Yellow tomato. Passion fruit. Lychee. Cali EVOO.
Chronos
Tequila. Italicus. Chartreuse. Lemon. Saffron.
Dionysus
Mezcal. Cashew + pistachio orgeat. Falernum. Aquafaba.
Perseus
Coconut washed bourbon. Bruto Americano. China China. Hedysarum.
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Finally had a chance to try Carte Blanche in Ocean

Finally had a chance to try Carte Blanche in Oceanside and I couldn’t be more happy with the experience. The atmosphere is light and bright and beautifully decorated, the food is tasty and shareable and the cocktails are unique and delicious (the Margarita Oh Là Là is so good)! All around, this is another solid restaurant in Oceanside.
I love their motto, “Share the Love. Share the Food.” Sharing food while out at restaurants is my favorite way to dine. I have a hard time committing to just one dish. I want to try them all! 😂
Carte Blanche is a French inspired Mexican bistro which I found extremely interesting. After trying several dishes, I found that they did a nice job of combining the two and each dish was pretty well balanced. I will say that I enjoyed the smaller shareable plates the most.
I will definitely be back to try more of their seafood main dishes and I definitely look forward to trying their lunch and brunch menus!
Recommendations:
Hamachi Aguachile
Green & red Aguachile. Citrus segments. Fresno Chilis. Avocado. Red onion.
Pulpo
Octopus. Chorizo potato hash. Piquillo pepper pistou. Cilantro vinaigrette.
Squash Blossom Rellenos
Herb ricotta. Panela. Nogada sauce. Pomegranate. Smoked Cotija.
Duck Mole Tacos
Mole negro. Pickled onions. Smoked cotija. Duck skin chicharrons.
Grilled Rosemary Bread
Jalapeño honey butter.
Crepe Cake
Pot de Crème
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We have another nice spring weekend ahead of us he

We have another nice spring weekend ahead of us here in San Diego, so why not enjoy the sunshine with a little Oceanside food tour? All outdoor seating of course for maximum spring weather enjoyment!
Here’s a little food tour I did a few weekends ago that I thought was the perfect mix of different cuisines and atmospheres. If you can’t partake this weekend, save this post for future enjoyment!
Stop #1 @missionavebarandgrill
Recommendations: Beef Tartare, Pork Belly, Honey Chili Shrimp and Fried Chicken and Cornbread.
Stop #2 @localtaphouse
Recommendations: Kung Pow Cauliflower, Tuna Crudo, Thai Fry Calamari and Mexican Street Corn Empanadas.
Stop #3 @themillerstable
Recommendations: Charcuterie Board and wine!
Stop #4 @jazzywishbone for live music!
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Ember & Rye round ✌🏼 to try their steaks! We

Ember & Rye round ✌🏼 to try their steaks! We decided to go with the Beef Rib Chop “Storm Breaker Cut” which is a full 40oz of premium meat (bone in) from Brandt Family Beef. There were four of us and this huge steak was the perfect amount for all of us to share.
The steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly and if you order this particular cut, it includes caddy service. One of the chefs wheels out the steak and cuts and serves it right in front of you. This also comes with all the sauces you can think of and a free bottle of Richard Blais’s very own steak sauce to take home.
Ember & Rye has only been open for a few weeks now so I naturally don’t want to give a full review for a few months time as they’re still figuring out what works and doesn’t. Most of what we ordered was a hit but there were a couple of misses. To be more specific, the baked potato. It comes out in this extravagant display of smoke, and once the smoke clears you’re left looking at a bare ass dinky potato cut in half 😂😂. I’m sorry, I just couldn’t help but laugh literally out loud when it was served.
The following dishes are the hits and I would highly recommend ordering:
Beef Tartare
Catalina dressing. Fried egg.
Garlic Croissants 🤤
Oysters & Pearls
Leche de Tigre
Beef Rib Chop “Storm Breaker Cut”
Chinese Broccoli
Wok Fired with Garlic Ginger & Orange
Christophe’s Apple Pie
Rye Caramel Sauce. Almond. Vanilla Ice Cream.
Carrot Cake Club Sandwich
Coconut Cream. Pecan Crisp.
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I hate people who crack seafood site jokes. Seems

I hate people who crack seafood site jokes. Seems like they’re fishing for laughs...😂
In all seriousness, Blue Water Grill in Carlsbad Village has some of the freshest seafood in town! Also home to the best sourdough bread in North County 😉. Whenever I’m craving some oysters or clams, I know they’ll deliver consistent yumminess across the board.
The atmosphere inside is light and bright with the cutest fishing themed decor. They also have a cozy covered outdoor patio but I personally enjoy sitting at the bar and chit chatting with the always friendly bartenders.
Oh, and they also have a little fish market where you can buy some of the latest and greatest to take home.
Steamed Clams
White wine. Garlic. Butter.
Ponzu Sashimi Sea Scallops
Wasabi aioli. Wakame salad. Pickled ginger.
Seared Scallops & Roasted Jalapeño Aioli
Tomato oil. Chopped cilantro. Bacon.
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