Meditation & Michelin Stars

When it comes to health, wellness, fitness and beauty, San Diego has no shortage of businesses devoted to helping people look and feel their best. Add to these resources our year-round mild weather, diverse landscapes and coastal proximity, and San Diego makes for a beautiful backdrop when investing in some self-care. I had so much fun writing our feature “Wellness Wonders” for this issue (see p. 10)—a mix of holistic health resources, workouts that are unique to San Diego, scenic destinations for some fresh air, a five-star spa for luxurious pampering, a quaint cafe for delicious organic eats, and more. Did you know The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch are offering new wellness amenities this year? The famous springtime destination for viewing 70 million flowers in bloom is also offering “Toddler and Me Yoga Storytime” and “Meditation and Sound Healing” workshops. Through my writing research, I also rediscovered a cool hike I had never previously tried in my 22 years of living in San Diego: Annie’s Canyon Trail. Known for its narrow sandstone slot canyons that hug you as you hike, the trail offers sweeping views of the ocean and San Elijo Lagoon. Downtown at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, Fit Athletic hosts free community “bootcamp yoga” sessions along the bayfront. Also in this issue, we give some much-deserved kudos to Addison. The fine-dining destination, whose kitchen has been helmed by executive chef William Bradley since opening in 2006, recently was awarded three Michelin stars—the first restaurant in Southern California and one of only 14 in the U.S. to receive three stars. And a highlight of the local arts scene this season, San Diego Opera presents three stellar productions, including Puccini’s epic melodrama, Tosca Happy Spring! SARAH DAOUST

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Seaside Serendipity

Champagne, caviar and iconic views? Yes, please. The Marine Room—the landmark beachfront restaurant known to transform into an aquarium of sorts at high tide, when ocean waves splash right up against its massive windows—has undergone a remodel, debuting its brand-new Lounge. Guests can take in those epic La Jolla Shores panoramas in a slightly more relaxed setting; while ordering from an exclusive Lounge menu of wine, bubbly, craft cocktails, caviar with buttered brioche, and seafood-focused small plates by executive chef Mike Minor; plus a selection of desserts and bottle service available. Spring menu highlights include Japanese A5 nigiri, dry-aged bluefin tuna carpaccio, Spanish octopus and Ōra King salmon-belly cones. The Lounge experience is limited to two hours per party, and a $100 minimum food and beverage purchase is required for each guest. The memorable views are complimentary. 2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla, 858.459.7222