When an expo showcasing the coolest active lifestyle brands and a summer camp in California’s redwoods join forces, the result is Outpost. What started as an idea to modernize the outdated trade show model has grown into event series where outdoors enthusiasts, music lovers, foodies, brand representatives, and media influencers come together to discover new products, forge meaningful connections and engage in fun activities.  Rather than displaying their products in a booth in a huge hall, The Outpost offers an amazing opportunity for brands to showcase their goods in their natural enviro ..read more

Image by Jessica Wright.  Jessica Wright, founder of the popular travel blog Bon Traveler, has been to many countries. Through her Instagram, we have traveled along and have seen the globe. Australia? Check! Morocco? Been there! Sri Lanka? Vietnam? Yep and yep! Europe? Many, many times! We are always excited when a new, afar destination pops up on her feed. But when she recently shared dreamy pictures from Auburn, California we got even more excited. We, here at California Weekend, cannot get enough of small, enchanting Golden State towns. We hear you, Auburn might not be on everyone’s tr ..read more

Since we already took care of your overnight stay with our ultimate California boutique hotel list; we cannot let you road trip hungry.  As much as Highway 1 is a visual beauty, it is also a culinary tour for your taste buds. The coastal route is dotted with some of the best food spots in California. From ocean-to-paper plate seafood shacks to old-school ice cream parlors to cafes serving farm fresh food — there is something for every traveler. Some are already well-known, yet some managed to keep their deliciousness only popular with the locals (and us). Since we know California in’n’out ..read more

We are huge fans of simple beauty. We love products which make us look good while being good for us. Clean beauty is not just a trend anymore, it’s here to stay and lilah b. beauty is one of its pioneer daughters. “Encouraging a movement to declutter, minimize and simplify”, is their slogan and we are on board with that. From the simple, yet beautiful packaging to flattering colors and honest ingredients, lilah b. is our beauty brand of the moment. We were lucky to chat with their founder, Cheryl Yannotti Foland, about all things beauty, the perfect California summer look and how she unwinds a ..read more

After New York and Los Angeles, Refinery 29 is bringing its 29Rooms to San Francisco. The 4-day interactive exhibition is everything your selfie-heart ever wanted, and a bit more. What started in 2015 as an event for Refinery 29’s 10th anniversary developed into a national festival of creativity, style, and culture. Next to popular installations displayed in NYC and LA, the San Francisco pop-up will feature a spectacular line-up of new creatives, artists, and celebrities. Jessica Alba, Anna Kendrick, Paul Feig, Marina Fini, to name a few, are collaborating with 29Rooms to bring art, innov ..read more

*All images by Jen Kay She might not be from California, but she embodies the California cool girl perfectly. Jen Kay, photographer & art director, by way of Connecticut, just recently relocated from San Francisco to Venice, Los Angeles, after living in the City by the Bay for ten years. Jen caught our eye with her dreamy images of golden sunsets, afar travels and an incomparable collection of perfectly fitting vintage Levi’s. When Jen is not working with clients such as Gal Meets Glam, Airbnb or Jenni Kayne among many others, she’s out with her husband exploring California or de ..read more

With all the cultural influence our Golden State is lucky to have, and all the chefs creating amazing food, coming up with new preparation methods and using locally sourced ingredients, we proudly think California cuisine is as much of a world cuisine as is French or Italian. Was there a salad with goat cheese and beets before Alice Waters put it on the menu? And how about the avocado toast? ( ok, ok we know it probably originated in Australia) But you get the point. California’s chefs are on the forefront of innovation when it comes to mixing and matching ingredients. Especially the most ..read more

Image by Ana Kamin Photographing and tasting your way through the bountiful landscape of the Wine Country seems like a dream job, but… Wait, there is no but. It is a dream job, which Emma K. Morris gets to “go” to every day. One glimpse at her Instagram and you will be already planning your move to Napa. By way of Michigan and Florida Emma calls Napa, CA her home today. After careers in both the music industry and nonprofit arts, Emma now works predominantly as food, wine, travel & lifestyle photographer and stylist while also offering brand consulting and art direction.&nbs ..read more

Images by Ana Kamin If California Dreaming would be a winery, it would be the Scribe Winery in Sonoma. Nestled into the picturesque hills of Sonoma County, Scribe Winery combines a love for exceptional wines and California eclectic style.  Head out to the restored Hacienda’s well-appointed patio or grab a blanket and find a soft spot on the grass and enjoy their fresh, local California cuisine paired with their delicious wine. Managed by fourth-generation farmers, brothers Andrew and Adam Mariani focus on creating a harmonious relationship between the vineyard and the surrounding ecosyste ..read more

Photography by Ana Kamin When Natasha Kolenko goes into her Sausalito-based studio, flower magic happens. The California native floral designer and stylist took our hearts by storm with her mesmerizing arrangements. O ne glimpse at her Instagram and you will fall in love with her work, too. Thoughtfully curated, Natasha’s feed is full of soft color palettes, lively flowers, perfectly styled shots and bits of her life in the pristine North California town, Mill Valley. Every weddings season Natasha makes countless brides happy, but she also uses her creative skills as a prop stylist, working wi ..read more