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Dine on an incredible six course menu with accompanying wine pairings at this special chef’s table seating

Here's your plan for a six-course dining experience with wine pairings at Sugar Palm

Chef’s Tasting Culinary Experience

Experience a luxurious six-course chef's table dinner at Sugar Palm in Santa Monica, complete with wine pairings led by executive chef Johnny Marin.

Chef's Tasting Dinner

✅ Before you go
• Book your spot at the chef’s table for one of their experiences here: https://www.opentable.com/restaurant/profile/2091?shareReferrer=ios-share

💪 Pro tips
• If you have any food allergies or restrictions, they are super accommodating - they asked  each of us before we began the experience and were able to make a substitution for my friend
• Even if you don’t get a chef’s table spot for the night you want, Sugar Palm is very worth the visit for their regular menu, which includes truffle pizza and chicken aji verde

Enjoy a chef’s table tasting dinner at Sugar Palm

that's upscale and unexpected, treat yourself

Make your way to the Viceroy in Santa Monica,

a cool, relaxing space with a vibrant, flavorful menu full of unique inspirations.

The big highlight here is their impeccable six course chef's table dining,

Throughout the night, you'll watch Johnny and his team prep all of your plates,

enjoy cocktails, surprise bonus tastings,

and some of the best selected wine pairings I've ever had.

Every dish is plated almost too beautifully to eat - but just almost, I promise!

The only thing better than how it looks, is how it tastes!

Each dish and drink served not only looks good, but comes with a great story behind it,

and chef Johnny and our sommelier were happy to answer questions throughout.

You can impress a date, bring your parents, or catch up with a friend,

but no matter the occasion, this night will not disappoint. Reserve your spot soon!

Take a day trip to Santa Barbara for shopping and wine tasting 

Coastal day trip to Santa Barbara 🛍️🍤🌊

Grab flavorful shrimp tacos and margaritas at Augie's in Santa Barbara—no reservation needed. A delicious spot to kick off your day exploring Lower State.

Tacos at Augie’s

💪 Pro tips
• the margaritas are delicious 
• no res needed

Explore State Street’s charming shops, including Urban Flea Market for unique thrifted clothes and decor. Perfect for strolling, browsing boutiques, and discovering local finds.

Thrift & Boutique Shopping

💪 Pro tips
• it’s so fun just wandering the shops on State Street! Plenty of thrift shops and ice cream shops to browse 
• Urban Flea Market is a great thrift store with clothes and decor, perfect for groups! 

Shopping on State Street 

Grab freshly brewed coffee or pick up a bag of beans at CAJÉ Coffee Roasters, a cozy spot for a caffeine boost while exploring Santa Barbara.

Coffee break

💪 Pro tips
• they sell bags of beans as well! 

Coffee at Caje Coffee 

Enjoy a delightful estate wine tasting at Pali Wine Co, with live music and a welcoming garden. Try natural and organic wines in Santa Barbara’s vibrant Funk Zone.

Wine tasting

✅ Before you go
• check the schedule for live music 

💪 Pro tips
• estate tasting was delicious
• they also have a fresh tasting with only organic and natural wines 
• it’s a great place to start at if you want to check out the rest of the Funk Zone 

Tasting at Pali Wine Co

Here's everything I ate and did in a day in Santa Barbara.

I started off at Augie’s with some shrimp tacos.

Then we checked out all the shops on State Street.

We walked into a few pottery shops with the cutest home decor finds.

And then we stopped by my favorite thrift shop,

Then I needed a little pick me up and stop to get some coffee

before heading over to Pali Wine Co where we did an estate tasting.

Brunch and thrift shop during this perfect breezy day out in the Arts District

Here's your plan for brunch at Zinc Cafe's patio followed by plus-size thrift shopping at Thick Thrift

Arts District Brunch & Plus-Size Thrift 🧇🛍️

Enjoy a relaxing brunch on the patio at Zinc Cafe & Bar, savoring fresh juices and tasty dishes in a lush Arts District courtyard.

Brunch on patio

✅ Before you go
• Make a reservation so you can snag an outdoor spot: https://resy.com/cities/los-angeles-ca/venues/zinc-cafe-and-bar-arts-district?date=2025-06-13&seats=2 

💪 Pro tip
• Both their cocktails and mocktails hit the spot, and I especially like their fresh juices!

Have brunch on the patio at Zinc Cafe & Bar

Browse over 100 vendors at Thick Thrift for unique plus-size clothing, accessories, and upcycled finds, all in a lively market with DJs and snack vendors.

Plus-size thrift shopping

✅ Before you go
• Follow their IG to grab your ticket online ahead of time - prices increase at the door: https://www.instagram.com/thickthriftla?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== 

💪 Pro tips
• Give yourself time to visit every booth because with over 100 vendors all with unique collections, there’s plenty to see!
• Use their posted site map to plan out your shopping route so you don’t miss any of your faves 

Shop plus-size finds at Thick Thrift

For a chill and chic day out this summer,

there's nothing better than enjoying brunch on

Head to the Arts District to visit one of Zinc Cafe's

lovely locations, with an inviting plant-filled courtyard patio in back.

Their coffee and drinks start your meal off strong,

With a menu full of fresh takes on your sweet and savory faves,

a monthly market with vintage to new and custom,

all in plus sizes and for a lot of great deals you won't want to miss out on!

I know I always leave with something special.

and the selection of snack vendors on site are on point every time.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice in style at The Portofino Hotel & Baleen Kitchen’s Around the World Food and Wine festival in Redondo Beach with a special Nudge discount on tickets! 🎟️🤩

Here's your plan for tasting global foods, sipping wine, enjoying live music, and ocean views at Portofino

Around the 🌎 Food & Wine Solstice Festival🥂

Savor cuisine and wine from around the globe at Redondo Beach's Portofino Hotel, collecting passport stamps, enjoying ocean views, and live music during this summer solstice festival.

Global Food & Wine Tasting

✅ Before you go
• grab your tickets for 15% off with code “NUDGE15” to join this incredible festival on June 20th!
• https://www.hotelportofino.com/local-experiences/#!/event/dd705608-090e-45c8-9101-555a4863cd1a

💪 Pro tips
• there are special discounts for parking and hotels if you want to make it a weekend trip, check out my video on Oceanside Getaways for more footage inside the hotel 🌊 
• Enjoy live music in the redesigned Baleen Kitchen as you sample eats & drinks from countries around the world and stamp your festival passport along the way!

Take a Taste Tour around the world! 🗺️

How about an around the world food and wine festival at the gorgeous

Oceanside Portofino Hotel and the newly revamped Baleen Kitchen in Redondo Beach.

Taste your way across the globe collecting stamps

from every country's culinary and beverage stations,

all while supporting amazing local businesses.

Try the most unexpected crafts day then chow on some pizza

Here's your plan for making pottery with goats, then relaxing with pizza and drinks at a colorful cafe

Goat Pottery and Pizza in a Colorful Cafe 

Try your hand at pottery wheel throwing and play with baby goats at Malibu Potteries for a unique, hands-on creative workshop in Malibu's serene Serra Retreat area.

Pottery Workshop

✅ Before you go
•  book a goat and pottery session here: 

https://www.malibupotteries.co/booking-calendar/goats-wheel-pottery-workshop?referral=service_list_widget

💪 Pro tips
• wear comfy clothes you don’t mind getting dirty 
• classes are $119

Malibu Potteries 

Grab a seat on Endless Color's sunny patio in Topanga for quirky vibes and enjoy personal pizzas, plus tasty snacks like parm truffle fries.

Eat Pizza


💪 Pro tips
• the pizzas are small so you can also order some other snacks like parm truffle fries! 
• snag a spot on their sunny patio 

Eat pizza at Endless Color

friends and spent a relaxing day at Malibu Potteries.

I love how the class allowed the creative juices to flow so you

can make any form of bowl or vase that you wanted to.

we got to play with the instructor's doggie,

and we also got to meet the two baby goats.

You could definitely interact with them and play with them after,

named Endless Color in Topanga with quirky design,