Archives for February 2016

Smoqued California Barbeque: Best Barbecue in Town

With a name like Smoqued California Barbeque you’d expect a place with a bit of a sense of humor. But the cooks take barbecue seriously. Be sure to bring your appetite when sampling one of Smoqued California’s feasts; the 420 Mac comes in a bucket filled with mac ‘n cheese, chili, cornbread, pork and bacon, along with a smattering of veggies and cheese. You can’t beat brunch at Smoqued California Barbeque. Mimosas, Bloody Marys, and selected craft beer are offered at reduced prices. Unlike most brunch menus Smoqued California offers some substantial fare to go along with your drink of choice. Biscuits in country gravy come with your choice of sausage or bacon, while the eggs Benedict features smoked ham on an English muffin. Smoqued California even offers delicious desserts, including pecan pie and the hot apple skillet.

Smoqued California Barbeque
128 North Glassell Street
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 633-7427
http://www.yelp.com/biz/smoqued-california-bbq-orange

Public Domain/Public Domain

Three Fast Facts About Benjamin Franklin

Upon mention of Benjamin Franklin, you probably think of that famous kite-flying incident and Franklin's ties with Philadelphia. However, there's more to the life of this renowned inventor. Here are three facts to help you learn more about Ben Franklin:

1) Franklin's name is synonymous with the City of Brotherly Love, but Franklin was actually born in Boston in 1706. (At the time, Boston was a British colony.) Franklin was one of ten children.

2) Despite having little formal education, Franklin was an avid reader and captivating writer. He penned newspaper articles under pseudonym, Silence Dogood, and eventually established his own print shop in Philadelphia, which also housed a general store operated by his wife, Deborah. In 1729, Franklin took ownership of Pennsylvania Gazette, a popular newspaper for which he also provided content.

3) Franklin possessed a lifelong interest in science. His inventions include the library chair, bifocals, Franklin Stove, lightning rod, swim fins, and many more.

The Electric Ben Franklin [US History]
Benjamin Franklin [History]
Benjamin Franklin FAQ [The Franklin Institute]

Happy Presidents’ Day

On this day we honor all of the Presidents of our great country. If it weren’t for them, our country would not be what it is today!

Happy Valentine’s Day

We hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day celebrating with the ones you love!

Try a Turkish Latte Instead of Your Usual Brew at Kean Coffee

Enjoy a globally influenced menu of coffee and loose-leaf tea at Kean Coffee, a spacious Tustin cafe located in a bustling strip mall not too far from Coventry Court Apartments. Inside, Kean Coffee is cozy and polished, with an impressively large chandelier light fixture accenting the center of the room, soft, neutral decor, and handsome wooden tables throughout the seating area.

There are glass pastry cases filled to the brim with baked goods, as well as a spacious espresso bar where skilled baristas create each custom-made drink. Brewed coffees and traditional espresso drinks are served in ceramic mugs or takeaway cups, while seasonal lattes, Turkish lattes, and brewed black teas make unique and flavorful alternatives for those who want to mix up their usual coffee routine.

The Kean Coffee location in Tustin opens at 6 a.m. daily.

Kean Coffee
13681 Newport Ave
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 838-5326
www.keancoffee.com

Align Your Body and Mind at Yoga Squared

For avid yogis, first-timers and anyone in between, Yoga Squared is a great yoga studio in the Tustin area. The studio stands out from similar options in the area because of its childcare facility, which is located right on-site and gives busy parents the opportunity to attend a yoga class without finding someone to watch the little ones. The studio itself is located right above the popular El Camino Café in Old Town Tustin, so it is very near many of the area’s other shops, residences and offices.

Inside, Yoga Squared is bright and inviting, with a colorful reception area offering yoga merchandise for sale or rent. The studio features floor-to-ceiling windows that let in ample light and hardwood floors that keep things feeling clean, while the childcare room contains plush toys, mats and books that will ensure that both you and your kids leave relaxed and happy.

Yoga Squared
195 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 625-7230
www.yogasquaredstudio.com
www.yelp.com/biz/yoga-squared-tustin

Pin It on Pinterest