Category California

Coffee and Bites at Portola Coffee Roasters in Orange, CA

One of my favorite parts about traveling is coffee shop hopping. Exploring cafés in a new city often leads to some of the best discoveries — great coffee, unexpected snacks, and sometimes a glimpse into the local food scene. While…

Tacos and Margaritas at Blue Plate Taco

After an afternoon wandering around the Santa Monica Pier and walking along the beach, my friend and I realized we were both craving the same thing: tacos and margaritas. Luckily, Blue Plate Taco sits just steps from the pier and…

Fresh Poke at Poke Bowl Factory Anaheim

One thing California is especially known for is incredibly fresh seafood. So while I was visiting, I knew I had to take advantage of that and track down some poke. I’ve always been a big fan of poke bowls, and…

Colorful Churros at The Loop in Westminster California

While planning my trip to California, I kept seeing colorful churro photos pop up on Instagram from The Loop Handcrafted Churros. A few California food bloggers I follow seemed to visit regularly, and the photos alone were enough to make…

Memorable Dishes I Tried This Year (2017)

As another year comes to a close, I always enjoy looking back at some of the meals that stuck with me the most. Baltimore’s food scene continues to grow, and every year brings a new list of dishes that I…

Fresh Doughnuts and Coffee at Sidecar in Santa Monica

After an early morning flight into LAX, my friend and I were ready for two things: coffee and something sweet. Before heading to the iconic Santa Monica Pier, we started searching for a good breakfast stop nearby. A quick look…