Fabulous California

1 week ago | fabulouscalifornia.com | Kenzie Barrena

Northern and Central California are heating up with an incredible lineup of summer festivals and seasonal celebrations. Whether you’re sipping wine in Sonoma, chasing flavor at a massive night market, or reveling in floral fun at a community fair, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the golden hours up north. Here are the must-attend events that bring together food, culture, music, and summer magic. Click here for summer events in Southern California.

1 week ago | fabulouscalifornia.com | Kenzie Barrena

Nastassia Cunniff is the bar manager and event coordinator of Hasta Mañana Catina, located in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. “We are a newer cantina serving San Diego’s best cocktails, Baja-inspired bites, and a lively atmosphere with vibrant decor.” Learn about Nastassia Cunniff…Follow at: @nastassia32; @hastamananacantinaHometown: San DiegoFirst job: Working for my mom as a wedding photographer assistant.

2 weeks ago | fabulouscalifornia.com | Kenzie Barrena

There is a calendar full of sun-soaked fun this summer as the season brings a vibrant mix of outdoor festivals, culinary showcases, beachside luaus, and cultural celebrations to Southern California. So grab your sunscreen, throw on your favorite hat, and get ready for the epitome of hot summer happenings (some even offer free entry!). San DiegoCelebrate Polynesian culture with this weekly beachfront luau held at the scenic Hyatt Regency Mission Bay in San Diego.

2 weeks ago | fabulouscalifornia.com | Kenzie Barrena

Born from the shared passion of Camilla Caremoli and Dave Shah, CasaDamí is a new dining destination in Newport Beach, reminiscent of an all-day European café. “At CasaDamí, our vision was to create a space that feels like an extension of the European lifestyle—where friends gather over exceptional food, thoughtfully chosen wines, and a perfectly crafted coffee, from morning until night.” Learn about Camilla Caremoli and Dave Shah…Hometown:Camilla Caremoli (CC): Milan, Italy.

3 weeks ago | fabulouscalifornia.com | Katie Poe

Hilton Anaheim, the largest hotel in Orange County, has just unveiled the next phase of its multimillion-dollar property-wide transformation. At the center of this milestone is the grand opening of Poppy’s Lounge, a nature-inspired, design-forward bar concept, now open in the heart of the hotel’s fully reimagined lobby. This unveiling of Poppy’s Lounge marks the completion of phase two in Hilton Anaheim’s renovation project, which will be completed in September 2025.