Pop, Fizz, Clink, Slurp: Conchas de Piedra arrives to Valle de Guadalupe

Chef Drew Deckman’s most recent project, Conchas de Piedra, which collaborates with Hugo D’Acosta’s Casa de Piedra winery and his Mexican méthode champenoise wines, has officially graced Baja's Wine Country.

Food, Valle de GuadalupeKristin Diaz de SandiJuly 25, 2016Comment

A Toast to Baja’s Heart and Soil

The quintessential and Baja California ingredient-driven eatery, Corazón de Tierra is turning five this month. Led by chef Diego Hernández and his team, Corazón de Tierra has become a destination in Mexico for international food travelers.

Baja California, News, Valle de GuadalupeKristin Diaz de SandiJuly 22, 2016Valle de Guadalupe, Corazón de Tierra, Chef Diego Hernandez, Chef Enrique Olvera, Chef Carlos SalgadoComment

Summer Bites and Sounds at Guadalupe Valley Fest's Sunset Feast

Day two of three of the Guadalupe Valley Fest will also feature the Sunset Feast, a 6 course meal by mexican top chefs underneath Finca Altozano's giant oak tree.

Valle de Guadalupe, NewsKristin Diaz de SandiJune 27, 2016Guadalupe Valley Fest, Chef Javier Plascencia, Chef Diego Hernandez, Ensenada, Baja California, BajaComment

Checking in: Diving into The Pearl in San Diego's Point Loma

A staycation at this swanky boutique hotel, with its mid century modern design aesthetic, and cool coastal vibes, could not have been more pleasant.

San Diego, Hotels, Traveling with Kids, TravelKristin Diaz de SandiJune 22, 2016The Pearl HotelSan Diego, Travel, Traveling with Kids, Family Travel, The Pearl Hotel, Hotels, California, Point LomaComment

Casa Marcelo: The best way to brunch in Ensenada

Casa Marcelo is a quaint little gem in Ensenada offering up some beautifully hearty dishes with ingredients sourced locally from Valle de Guadalupe and Ojos Negros.

Baja California, Ensenada, FoodKristin Diaz de SandiJune 16, 2016Baja, Casa Marcelo, Ensenada, What to Eat in Ensenada, Breakfast, Mexican Breakfast, Baja Travel, Travel, Mexico TravelComment

Checking In: Bohemian chic and coastal vibes at Nachitas Place in Ensenada

There’s nothing like a mini getaway that leaves you feeling refreshed and recharged.

Ensenada, Hotels, TravelKristin Diaz de SandiJune 13, 2016Baja California, Baja, Travel, Mexico Travel, Ensenada, Where to Stay in Ensenada Comment

Guadalupe Valley Fest | July 1st - 3rd, 2016

Oh sweet summertime! What better way to kick off the season of longer days, warmer weather, refreshing beverages, and the intoxicating aromas off of the grill, other than a music festival in the Valle.

Baja California, Valle de Guadalupe, NewsKristin Diaz de SandiJune 5, 2016Guadalupe Valle Fest, What to Do in Valle de Guadalupe, Rhye, Poolside, El Guincho, Chef Javier Plascencia, Chef Diego HernandezComment

Viña de Frannes: The perfect summer destination in Mexico's Wine Country

With its streamline design, gorgeous tasting room, and a great outdoor patio that leaves you gazing out at the beauty that is true to the land in Mexico’s wine country

Valle de GuadalupeKristin Diaz de SandiJune 3, 2016Valle de Guadalupe, Baja, Baja California, Where to Go in Valle de Guadalupe, Baja Wine, Baja Travel, Mexico TravelComment

Snapshots at the Castillo de Chapultepec

Castillo de Chapultepec was at the top of the list for this trip, and wow what an experience it was! It is absolutely breathtaking, and definitely one of the most enchanting places that I have visited, so far to this day.

Traveling with Kids, Mexico City, TravelKristin Diaz de SandiMay 27, 2016Mexico City, Castillo de Chapultepec, Traveling with Kids, Family TravelComment

Moments in La Roma Neighborhood

Mexico City's charming La Roma, was the ideal neighborhood for our family adventure.

Mexico City, Traveling with Kids, TravelKristin Diaz de SandiMay 24, 2016Travel, Traveling with Kids, Family Travel, Mexico City, La Roma NeighborhoodComment

Chaya B&B: A charming oasis in Mexico City's bustling Downtown

Prior to traveling to a big city, like Mexico City with the littles, it was about viewing this trip as discovering the world through their eyes.

Traveling with Kids, Mexico City, TravelKristin Diaz de SandiMay 11, 2016Chaya B&B BoutiqueTravel, Family Travel, Traveling with Kids, Mexico CityComment

Checking In: One Bunk in the Barrio

There’s just something about staycations. Taking the opportunity to explore parts of a city that I have lived in for almost a decade, still gets me excited.

Hotels, San Diego, Traveling with Kids, TravelKristin Diaz de SandiJanuary 7, 2016One BunkSan Diego, Tijuana, Traveling with KidsComment