Try a Scoop (or Two) of McConnell's Ice Cream on State Street
McConnell’s Ice Cream shop is located on Santa Barbara's State Street and has really unique flavors like Whiskey & pecan pralines, Eureka lemon & marionberries, Cardamom & Gingersnaps, and so many more.
Brunch at Scarlett Begonia
Scarlett Begonia is my favorite brunch spot to date in Santa Barbara. It's a quaint and hidden gem inside a courtyard off Santa Barbara's popular State Street
Take a Tour of Casa Gilardi
There is so much amazing art and architecture in Mexico City. While you’re visiting, you can take a tour of Casa Gilardi, a house that was built in 1976 by famous Mexican architect Luis Barragán. It was the last project he completed before he died in 1988. Luis Barragán's work has been highly influential to contemporary artists. In 1980, he won the highest award in architecture, the Pritzker Prize. In this post, I’ll dive into how you can book a tour of this colorful privately owned home.
4 Days in Colorful Mexico City
Mexico City is a vibrant place full of life, color, and culture. It's a great place to sight-see and taste your way through the markets and restaurants of this beautiful and bustling metropolis. In this post I’ll lay out a 4-day itinerary for sightseeing around Mexico City.
Visit the Museum of Popular Art
The Museum of Popular Art is a multi-level presentation of Mexican folk art, with a gorgeous glass ceiling that has artistic kites hanging down. The art here is 3D and colorful, showcasing all kinds of whimsical creatures and tales of Mexico's folkloric past.
Eat Pancakes at Bills Omotesando
Get ready for the best pancakes you’ve ever tasted in the Harajuku district of Tokyo! Thick and fluffy and magical tasting!
Eat at Afuri Ramen
Afuri Ramen is a chain restaurant all over Tokyo. The pork belly ramen is amazing!
Handlebar Coffee Roasters
Handlebar Coffee is across the street from El Presidio de Santa Barbara, a Historical site housing remnants of a 1782 Spanish fortress, including 2 original adobe buildings.
Lunch at East Beach Tacos
East Beach Tacos is a cute little taco shop a little off the beaten path near Santa Barbara's Funk Zone.
Stay at The Waterman Boutique Hotel
The Wayfarer Boutique Hotel is the perfect location to stay while wine tasting in Santa Barbara's The Funk Zone. The Wayfarer has a vibrant vibe to it, with quirky cool decor like mermaid printed wallpaper and lioness throw pillows with pigtails.
Dinner at The Lark
The Lark is a beautiful restaurant in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone with both indoor and outdoor space. The food is all locally sourced with ingredients from the Central Coast.
What to Bring to Burning Man
At Burning Man, you can let your creativity fly! But keep in mind that a lot of the fashion that fuels Burning Man is also quite functional for the weather conditions and circumstances. Below I've created a list of things you'll need and why you'll need them. Starting with fashion and then moving on to supplies.