Gennifer Rose blog
Welcome to our California Travel and Lifestyle blog where youβll find our collection of all the content weβve created. Whether youβre planning your next California vacation, searching for some new healthy recipes or seeking seasonal style tips, youβll find that perfect blog post here.
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Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, the Madonna Inn has become a California landmark and a favorite road trip destination. One of the first things you might notice when looking at all these photos is "My gosh, the decor is just so tacky!". And you would be spot on to think so, the fabulously tacky style of the Madonna Inn is its claim to fame.
Read MoreOne of the liveliest neighborhoods in San Diego is the Hillcrest Gay District. The streets are filled with vibrant colors and friends gathering to meet up for brunch, not to mention the thriving nightlife scene.
Hillcrest is known as the most diverse area of the city because they welcome all kinds of people and they have a strong LGBT community. Although San Diego in general is considered to be very gay-friendly, Hillcrest is truly the hub for gay-owned businesses and events.
Read MoreFlowy boho style dresses are a pregnant womanβs best friend during the spring and summers of pregnancy. They are so easy to wear when youβve got a big baby bump and you can continue to wear them for postpartum and beyond. These dresses are so versatile and a closet staple for sure, you can wear them to all kinds of events or just around the house. Not to mention that youβll feel like a Greek goddess in all her glory.
Read MoreAt this point Iβve been through pregnancy and postpartum twice with my two babies. And while each time was different and had its own challenges, there definitely were some similarities that most women experience.
Getting dressed both when pregnant and in the postpartum months can quite honestly be frustrating. Youβre dealing with weight gain, bloating, aches and pains, heavy bleeding and nursing. Thereβs a lot going on!
I highly recommend building a capsule wardrobe that can accommodate all these needs and make you feel comfortable. During the postpartum phase youβll pretty much do anything to make yourself feel a little better and cute clothes can do the trick!
Read MoreWeβve all had those moments where youβre standing in the grocery store examining a food product to figure out if its actually as healthy as it claims to be. The food industry has come up with all kids of deceiving ways to cut costs and artificially enhance products, and as a consumer it can be very difficult to know exactly what youβre consuming. Not to mention wether the brands youβre purchasing are using eco-friendly and sustainable practices. In a traditional grocery store it can be an endless guessing game with no real answers.
Raleyβs O-N-E Market is a new type of grocery experience where you can feel confident that youβre making legitimate healthy decisions. Every item they sell inside their stores has high quality ingredients, organic when possible, minimally processed and sustainably sourced.
In order to maintain their very high standards they donβt foods that contain anything on their banned ingredients list. This comprehensive banned ingredients list is very lengthy and covers all kinds of categories such as food, drinks, beauty and wellness, household supplies, home and garden and more. It truly is a one stop shop for everything on your shopping list!
Read MoreIf youβre looking to put a healthy twist on the classic charcuterie board then look no further! While traditionally these boards are filled with fatty deli meats and dairy cheese, I have listed several plant based and vegan options for a lighter and healthier assortment.
These types of grazing boards are easy to throw together and can be served for all kinds of occasions. From date night to larger gatherings, a pretty charcuterie board instantly makes it a party!
Read MoreThe gold rush town of Auburn in Northern California is often considered the summer playground for the city folk living in San Francisco and Sacramento. Auburn is centrally located between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe with one hour drive from each city. For many years it was considered a stop over spot on your way to Tahoe, but more recently travelers have realized that the history and charm of Auburn make it a great weekend destination.
Read MoreBrunch, the most important meal of the weekend! The Sacramento brunch scene is always buzzing on the weekend and youβll see so many people out and about in Midtown and East Sacramento. My friends from San Francisco love to come up and visit Sacramento to soak up some warm sunshine and eat some yummy brunch food.
Weβve been living in Sacramento for over 3 years now and Iβve seen so many new trendy restaurants open up. Needless to say, I am very willing to taste test each one to give you the scoop.
Read on to browse my list of top 20 Sacramento brunch spots and start planning your weekend. P.S. You know many of these restaurants are so Insta-worthy because that's how we roll.
Read MoreTake your blog and social media photography to the next level with perfectly selected and styled props. Creating content is not just about the written text, your image quality is also a very important component to compliment your prose. These small token props can really set the stage and tell a story just using visuals. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words!
Investing time and effort into your photography will really pay off, especially because high quality images are very valuable. When it comes to styling your photos, it takes a lot of trial and error to develop your own aesthetic and find your groove. You want all your visual content to have a cohesive look and feel throughout your blog and social media, which means you need to develop a signature style.
Read MoreThe San Diego eateries Iβve chosen for this list are popular with the Instagram crowd because theyβve mastered the art of trendy decor and creating fun photo opportunities for patrons. Youβll find brunch restaurants, ice cream shops, cafes and perfect date night places.
These top picks can be found all over the San Diego area because thereβs just so many cute neighborhoods in this colorful city. Whether youβre a visitor on a beach vacation or a local, thereβs always be new areas to explore.
Read MoreLike most people I enjoy indulging in delicious food but I especially love it when your meal is also a feast for the eyes! I often bring my camera with me when I go out to eat because fancy eats can truly be a fun subject to photograph. I like to call it βPoetry on a plate!β
In this blog post Iβve listed San Francisco eateries where your meal is truly an experience and thereβs ample opportunities to capture beautiful photos. Whether itβs for Instagram or your personal portfolio of photography, these spots are filled with natural light and airy aestheticsβ¦ and of course yummy eats!
Read MoreI grew up in the small coastal town of Half Moon Bay, located 30 miles south of San Francisco. Driving up and down the Pacific Coast Highway (also known as Highway 1) was a regular occurrence in my childhood. I didn't realize until later on in my adulthood how lucky I was to experience such scenic ocean views everyday. As a local I love to share the love and tell where to find my hidden gems spots.
Beginning from North to South, I've built the ultimate guide with the top spots along Highway 1 worth pulling over for!
Read MoreThereβs a good chance you spent the week of Thanksgiving running around the grocery store picking up ingredients, followed by long hours laboring in the kitchen. Give yourself a break from all the frantic shopping and cooking with a premade holiday meal from Raleyβs.
We were lucky enough to get an early preview of Raleyβs Prime Rib Christmas dinner. We had no problems being taste testers of this family sized feast!
Read MoreI first started my blogging career back when I lived in the bay, and we spent pretty much every weekend looking for new San Francisco photography spots for the blog and Instagram. Over the years we covered every corner of the City by the Bay and captured memorable pictures on my camera.
In this guide Iβve got over 30 San Francisco photography locations. Some of them are familiar iconic landmarks and others are hidden gems known by locals. Both San Fran newbies and veterans will find inspiration for your next urban photography adventure, I promise!
Read MoreWith both of my pregnancies I was extremely curious to know the gender of my babies very early on. Gender reveal ultrasounds are usually around 20 weeks, and it can be a long and impatient wait for eager parents. When you finally know the big news, itβs so fun to make a formal announcement with a creative photo!
Read MoreMy household is comprised of mixed heritages so we celebrate the holidays in all kinds of ways. My husbandβs family comes from Mexico and on my side we are mostly English and Irish. Our kids are lucky to have so much diversity because it just means more reasons celebrate!
Christmas Day is the big event for most Western cultures with a morning family brunch, opening gifts and then a big Christmas dinner. In Latino households Christmas Eve is known as Nochebuena which translate to βA Good Nightβ in Spanish. Nochebuena is the biggest evening of celebration for traditional Mexican families and itβs the one my husband remembers most from his childhood.
Read MoreThe art of stacking bracelets doesnβt always come naturally to everyone. The key is to find the perfect balance between bold statement style and simplicity. Your gem colors and metal tones must complement each other and create a harmonious color story. You want a variety of textures and sizes to add eye catching interest, stacking bracelets should never be boring!
Read MoreWeβre about to re-enter the crazy world of labor and delivery, and then having a newborn. But this time around we also have a 2-year-old toddler in the mix, which definitely makes things a bit more complicated.
By the time your second baby arrives youβre already in full-blown parent mode. Fortunately we already know how some of the journey ahead will go, but learning to balance our attention to two children is a new experience.
Having the right gear can definitely make the transition easier for both the parents and the children. You may also want to refresh your baby gear with new and upgraded products. Some items can be re-used from your first baby, and others may have to replaced.
Read MoreThe city of Sacramento does an excellent job of making the holiday season extra special. Itβs one of the few places in California where the trees change into vibrant colors, and the fall foliage really hits its peak the week of Thanksgiving. For Christmas thereβs twinkling lights and trees adorning the Downtown and Midtown streets.
Thereβs many locally owned restaurants, artisans and foodie shops in the Sacramento area that have seasonal offerings. You can find your favorite holiday foods and sweets available during the months of November and December. These foods and treats are either available to order online and take home or you can enjoy them on-site.
Read MoreI grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and my husbandβs entire family lives in San Diego. Needless to say we have spent many vacations road tripping from Northern California to Southern California. Over the years we have become bonafide experts on driving up and down the state of California.
This California road trip guide will break down all the driving route options and highlight the pros and cons of each one. When youβre planning out your trip itinerary you should account for gas stops, restroom stops, food options and sightseeing. Some road trips are meant for sightseeing, and others are just a straight shot to your destination of San Diego (or Los Angeles).
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