Costa Mesa: Orange County’s New Queer Capital
For decades, Orange County’s queer history has had a few well-known centers of gravity. Laguna Beach drew a mid-century queer community to its seaside cliffs. Garden Grove was home to a beloved network of legacy bars. Santa Ana proudly hosted OC Pride for years. Now, a new chapter is unfolding in Costa Mesa, one of […]
15 Restaurants in Costa Mesa You Need to Try
Costa Mesa might not be the first California city that comes to mind when you’re thinking of foodie destinations—but maybe it should be. This creative hub in the heart of Orange County isn’t just about shopping and arts (though it has plenty of that). It’s also a food lover’s dream, serving up everything from fine […]
Queer Things to Do in Costa Mesa: A 3-Day Itinerary
When I think about Costa Mesa, the first word that comes to mind is chill. But “chill” doesn’t quite capture the full picture — Costa Mesa is the kind of place that immediately wraps you up in sunshine, good food, and the feeling that you’ve stumbled into Southern California’s best-kept secret. We were invited by […]
The End of an Era: The Dinah Shore Ends After 34 Years of Queer Joy
UPDATE: After the release of this article, The Dinah team reached out to clarify that while this will be the final event produced by founder Mariah Hanson, she is currently in talks with potential successors to carry on the legacy, magic, and spirit of The Dinah. For 34 years, it has been more than just […]
15 Oxnard Restaurants You Must Try
When we visited Oxnard I made it my personal mission to eat as many restaurants as possible. But let’s be honest that’s pretty much my plan when visiting any new place. All of the super fresh food we devoured seemed to go hand in hand with the active beach community we fell in love […]
How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Oxnard, California
The small seaside city of Oxnard California is probably the most charming town I’ve ever visited. National Parks. Vineyards. Cliffs nestled beside crashing waves. Scenic marina views. Dolphins. Sea lions. Foxes, for some reason? Fresh seafood. It kinda sounds like I’m describing a bunch of different locations, doesn’t it? Nope, I’m describing one small destination […]
Lesbian Travel Guide: Los Angeles, California
LA is stereotyped as the land of beautiful people, beaches, and relaxed fashion. LA is way more than this tired trope. With LGBT friendly neighborhoods spread throughout the county, LA is the ultimate LGBTQ+ destination for those looking for an upscale urban retreat. From trendy dining to gorgeous nightlife venues, LA is a city kid’s […]
6 West Hollywood Restaurants You MUST Try
West Hollywood just might be the gay capital of the world. Where there are gays there is brunch. Check out my recommendations for the best of West Hollywood restaurants. Gracias Madre Gracias Madre is a vegan Mexican inspired restaurant that serves local and sustainable foods. Don’t let the vegan part scare you away. The food […]