Not a morning person? You might become one after having breakfast at Thelma’s Morning Cafe! This globally influenced eatery is a world away from the classic American diner, but it’s still just as cozy. The menu consists of breakfast dishes like fresh vegetable omelets, huevos rancheros, and seafood eggs Benedict, as well as piping hot coffee with endless refills.

For lunch and dinner, Thelma’s menu is inspired by the cuisines of Mexico, France, Asia, and America, and it lists fresh salads, pasta dishes, and sandwiches. Comfortable, spacious tables fill the interior of the contemporary dining room, while Thelma’s convenient location in Santa Clarita will make you want to come back again and again.

Thelma’s is open 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for breakfast and lunch, then re-opens from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner. On Sundays and Mondays, the restaurant only serves breakfast and lunch.

Thelma’s Café
22876 Copperhill Drive
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
(661) 263-8283
www.thelmascafe.com

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You've done it countless times, but did you know there's actually a right and wrong way to wash your face? In fact, there's much more to it than just wash, rinse, dry, repeat. See if you're doing the job correctly by reading these four steps toward a perfectly cleansed face.

1) Wash your hands.
Whatever germs, dirt, and oil is on your hands will be transferred to your face, so be sure to lather up first.

2) Use tepid water.
Water that's too hot will drain your skin of natural protective oils, so turn down the temperature.

3) Wash gently.
Using a nickel-sized amount of cleanser, massage your skin with your fingertips for 30 seconds to a minute. Use circular motions, and be extra gentle around the delicate eye area. Don't neglect your hairline and neck. Rinse with a few splashes of cooler water to close the pores.

4) Pat dry.
Use a clean towel to gently pat your face dry. Apply moisturizer while your skin is still slightly damp; this will help seal in moisture.

How to Wash Your Face [Howstuffworks]
How to Wash Your Face Properly [Popsugar]

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If your day doesn’t begin until you’ve had your morning coffee, you’re not alone. You’ll find a dedicated group of fellow coffee lovers at House Roots Coffee, a small yet mighty coffee house in Valencia. This hip, modern cafe is always buzzing with activity, but its skilled barista keep things running like a well-oiled machine, serving strong pour-overs and handcrafted lattes with a smile.

Step up to the sleek coffee bar and order a coffee, tea, or an espresso drink from the chalkboard menu, then park yourself at one of House Roots Coffee’s unique seating options. Whether you prefer to chat with friends at a stool at the bar or catch up on work at the rustic, single tables carved out of old tree stumps, there’s a place for everyone in this cozy cafe.

Add free Wi-Fi and delicious maple bacon scones to the list of perks, and you may never want to leave!

House Roots Coffee
28452 Constellation Road
Valencia, CA 91355
www.houserootscoffee.com

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