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Three Must-Try Boozy Dessert Treats for Your Holiday Parties
The holidays are a hectic time, filled with planning what gifts to buy, how much food to make and the stress of family gatherings. There’s always one thing that can help lift the mix of excitement and anxiety — booze. While a good cocktail can get the party started, we’re partial to desserts. So this holiday season, we decided to mix the two. Our theme? Dark liquor. We’re talking dark rum and bourbon — rich, bold and a little throat-burning — giving these decadent spirits a


Locals and Tourists Take Solvang During Danish Days
Viking Ship SOLVANG, Calif. — Heil og sæl! (pronounced: hail oh sail), meaning “healthy and happy” in Old Norse, was a common greeting...


A Few Thrilling, Witchy Halloween Books to Read This October
Spending a Friday night watching a thriller movie isn’t really our thing. But spending a Friday night reading a thriller book—without...


Spooky Treats That Will Elevate Your Next Halloween Movie Night
October brings all things spooky—movies, decorations and, of course, baked goods. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, no matter your...


Fall Fashion Trends to Try in Santa Maria
Every fall, fashion lovers anticipate the new trends that will influence their wardrobes. While staple pieces like leather jackets and...


Summer Activities to Enjoy Before Fall Arrives
As TikTok fills with videos of autumn decor, pumpkin lattes and cozy recipes, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of fall—even...


The Book That Got Me Out of a Reading Slump
When it comes to leisure reading, it sometimes takes me a few weeks—or even months—to finish one book. Between working, going to the gym...


Spring Reads: Book Covers That Scream Spring
One of my favorite things about the changing seasons is the excuse to buy new books. There’s nothing better than carrying around...


Father’s Day Gifts: Central Coast Edition
Mother’s Day came and went quickly, and now we’re only a couple of weeks away from Father’s Day. Dads often tend to be more nostalgic...


My Spring Fashion Mood Board
The gloomy days are slowly coming to an end, and now that spring is here, we’re starting to see the sun more. While I’ll miss dressing in...


Three-book series you won’t be able to put down
Standalone books are helpful when trying to get out of a reading funk. They’re short, quick reads you can finish in a couple of days, and...


Mother’s Day Gifts: Three Ideas That Never Go Out of Style
Mother’s Day is just a few weeks away, which means it’s time to find the perfect gift for the real-life superhero in your life: your mom....
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