Adventure Journal — Big Sur Magic

It’s fall, the sun sets far before we’re ready. We load the van in darkness on a slanted San Francisco street. Packing up the van feels like a curious new luxury. Swapping compact pads and sleeping bags, for pillows and down blankets. We cruise out just after 6 but the sky is pitch black. Giving…

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Trail Eats — Mushroom Rosemary Couscous

Ingredients Israeli Pearled couscous Heirloom Tomatoes Crimini Mushrooms White or Yellow Onion Olive Oil Rosemary Salt, Pepper Red Chili Flakes To cut down prep time on the trail, combine olive oil, rosemary, S+P and chili flakes in a small mason jar before your trek.  Directions Dice your heirloom tomatoes and mix with salt, pepper, and…

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Adventure Journal — Chasing Redwoods & Waterfalls

Pops, myself and two backs circa 1979 We drive an hour out of Silicon Valley, unbeknownst to any billion-dollar tech deals that may be happening just off the 101. As we wind up shaded Santa Cruz mountains, Robert Plant coos in the background. With each turn the trees begin to grow, the air begins to…

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Little Italy, San Diego: Where to Eat Every Day of the Week

Monday: Cafe Gratitude Reset your well-lived weekend with a plant-based meal that fuels the body and mind. Take a moment in the zen cafe to think about the week ahead and don’t leave without trying dessert. Our recommendation? Coconut cream pie. Omnivores Love: Summer Polenta | braised summer squash, roasted tomatillo sauce, sautéed kale, salsa…

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