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Pilates Doctor in Old Orcutt

Jackie Cabalka, is not just a Pilates expert, but she is also a doctor of physical therapy, with years of experience and training in her profession. Pilates Doctor is her own studio where she works with clients in a private environment Pilates principles to rehabilitate and encourage clients.

A Visit to the Lompoc Museum

November 5, 2010
Vandenberg AFB Homes
Local Interests / Events, Lompoc / Vandenberg Village

It is located at 200 S. H Street in Old Town Lompoc and housed in a building constructed with funds from the Andrew Carnegie endowment. The building itself is a thing of beauty, (for people that love houses – like me!) built in the Classic Revival style, it has a both a stately appearance and elegant charm.

Organic Food in Santa Maria: Lassens Health Food

Looking for organic foods in Santa Maria? I recommend you stop by Lassens on South Broadway. They have a great selection of organic foods. I don't think you need to be a food extremist to want to eat organic. it simply tastes better in my opinion. It does cost more, but you can use that as a great excuse to be mindful about how much food we waste. Buy what you know you will eat and enjoy it; I guess that is the anti-Costco philosophy

Oysters at Avila Beach, Anyone?

One of our favorite things to do is to pile the dogs into the car and drive up the coast to Avila Beach and grab some oysters. There are some local spots on the pier or in town where you could get them at a restaurant, but we prefer to buy to buy our own

Central City Market – A Welcome Addition to the Santa Maria Restaurant Scene

Have you checked out Central City Market in Santa Maria Town Center mall yet? If you head to the Macy's annex and look directly across from the new location for Gina's Piece of Cake you will make a delightful discovery. Central City market is part deli, part gourmet grocery, and it fills a much needed void for the local wine and food enthusiast (i.e. food snob). The items included in their inventory have been thoughtfully selected and are displayed in a manner that will draw you in rather than overwhelm you with excess

Orcutt Burgers – One of the Hidden Treasures of the Central Coast

An open secret to locals, Orcutt Burgers has some of the best food in Santa Maria and Orcutt. They regularly place as one of the favorite fast food restaurants in town. But don't let the name fool you -- it's not just burgers. The breakfast menu is outstanding with plenty to offer. Visit any weekend morning and you will see the place packed with locals enjoying flapjacks, super sized omelettes and the homemade salsa.

Santa Maria SuperBowl Parties

Superbowl plans fall through? There are a couple of spots in Santa Maria where you can go catch the game with strangers who will soon become friends depending on who your team is. Since both sides of my family are originally from Louisiana, (although my mom was born and raised in Texas, her family is from Minden, Louisiana), and my Dad was born in New Orleans — it should be obvious who I’m pulling for although I think there is just too much pressure on the Saints! I’m hoping for the best. Quite frankly, just getting there is such a victory for New Orleans. I visited New Orleans just this past December, and you could have heard a pin drop in the French Quarter while the Saints were playing, every place we went people were watching the game or listening to it on the radio. The city of New Orleans is so united behind this team.

What is the City of Santa Maria California Best Known For?

Let's see, if I had to say three things that Santa Maria was known for it would be strawberries, tri-tip barbeque, and now its wine country. Strawberries are honored at the yearly Strawberry Festival. And although the number of strawberry stands has decreased over the years, you can still get some of the best strawberries in the country from Santa Maria fields.

Friday Night at the Elks Lodge in Santa Maria, CA

I spent last night at the Santa Maria Elks Lodge on Bradley Road. And even though, I've lived in Santa Maria for years and been to the Elks many times, I've never been a member nor have I attended on Friday night when attendance is open to the general public. The Elks are responsible for the local Elks Rodeo and Parade which are a tradition in Santa Maria.

Santa Maria Airport Offers Direct Flight to Las Vegas

January 15, 2010
Vandenberg AFB Homes
Central Coast Real Estate, Local Interests / Events, Santa Maria

Those looking for a quick pleasure trip need look no further than our own Santa Maria airport for transportation to that get away of all get aways, Las Vegas. You don't have to go to Santa Barbara or Los Angeles for a direct flight anymore.