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Brighten your summer wardrobe by heading on over to Ronda’s Closet, located in the Piazza Carmel shopping center.  This amazing boutique not only offers affordable, contemporary pieces for women of all ages, but it also gives back to the community in a variety of different ways.  Ronda’s Closet, first started out of the home of […]

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This is a time of great change and economic uncertainty in America.  With the stock market taking us on a loop-deloop rollercoaster ride, two polar opposite economic philosophies fighting it out in the Halls of Congress, and the passage of huge, high-impact healthcare legislation with consequences that will not be understood clearly for years, the […]

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With summer just around the corner and school being out for a couple of months, you may find yourself searching for some kind of extracurricular activities to keep your kids active and entertained.  Lucky for you, Ocean Air Recreation Center and Carmel Valley Community Park and Recreation Center is offering a variety of different classes, […]

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How come every time a guy turns fifty and buys himself a sports car, it is assumed he must be going through a “midlife Crisis”?  Why can’t he finally decide that half his life is over and it’s time to take better care of himself and get his act together.  The concept of mortality does […]

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Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas, located in the Del Mar Highlands Shopping Center in Carmel Valley, has completely transformed the movie going experience, taking everything great about going to the movies and adding a sense of luxury and comfort.  Please continue reading below… Perry Chen, a local Kid Critic and a contributor for The Carmel Valley Life, returns […]

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Whether you are craving some delicious chocolate or searching for the perfect gift for a loved one, Chuao Chocolate Café is the place to go!!! Chuao (pronounced Chew- wow) Chocolate Café has three locations throughout Northern San Diego County. The first location, in Encinitas, opened 10 years ago and quickly became a favorite of many […]

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You’ve made the decision to buy a home, heavily weighed the pros and cons and are now ready to begin the home buying process.  But where exactly should you begin?  Mark Robertson, of Samuel Scott Financial Group, offers his expertise on how to prepare for buying a home and getting a loan in order to […]

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First there is graduation day and then,  in just a few months, many San Diego young adults will be leaving the comfort of their homes, family, and friends to embark upon a new stage in their lives – “the life of college”. On the surface, many state excitement,relief, and motivation, but just beneath the surface […]

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Chances are if you live in or around the Carmel Valley area, you have probably been to Carmel Grove Park a time or two.  Carmel Grove Park is a favorite of Carmel Valley residents, largely in part due to its gorgeous landscaping, fun playground and overall family friendly environment.  It also boasts a big field, […]

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Children are naturally inquisitive and curious.  The early childhood years are a window of opportunity for parents to take advantage in boosting their child’s responsiveness to learning. Parents can begin the process at home at an early age with their child.As summertime is quickly approaching be sure to schedule time daily to read with your […]

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One of the biggest challenges for the San Diego start-up, is deciding when to move out of the home office and into a commercial office suite.  The home office in Carmel Valley, can be convenient and cost-effective, yet it can also be isolating since it is likely not conducive for meetings with colleagues, clients or vendors.  Committing […]

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Great cooking always starts with great ingredients and now Carmel Valley residents can pick up some locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables and other assorted goods at the Pacific Highlands Farmers Market.  The Farmers Market, held at Canyon Crest Academy, is now open every Thursday from 3:30pm – 7:00 pm and is already becoming a community […]

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