Photos courtesy of Hoffmann Photography

Put a little spa spring into your step this, well, spring! Spa Gaucin’s new treatment menu features fresh and naturally-derived new facials and body treatments! From hand-harvested Gigartina seaweed from Patagonian coasts with OSEA, to nature’s most powerful antioxidant, the CoffeeBerry, to a powerful skin-boosting blend of AHAs with PRIORI, shed the winter blues and glow into the sun! Spa Gaucin’s Spring Specials are perfect for a busy bride wanting a day just for her, or a fun day with friends! Following your treatments, relish in the warm sun and sip a glass of sparkling wine by our secluded outdoor lap pool.

Getaway Duo
Retreat in true Medierranean style with our signature massage featuring an aromatic, Chardonnay oil and a fig & cassis warmed back compress, coupled with an all-natural, hydrating OSEA Facial. Continue the relaxation poolside or in the cozy lounges with a glass of complimentary wine.
60-minute Mediterranean Massage
60-minute Pristine Waters Facial
$295 per person

Coastal Celebration
Create your own unique coastal retreat by enhancing a 90-minute Mediterranean Massage with heated coastal tones. The warmth of the stones will lull your tense muscles to release for a deep relaxation.
90-minute Mediterranean Massage with customized coastal stone
$240

Spring Duo
Energize your skin with the power of nature’s CoffeeBerry, which delivers superb anti-aging benefits. This soothing, calming and aromatic facial is perfect for all skin types. Finish the look from head to toe with a Vogue Pedicure featuring fresh, Spring colors.
60-minute CoffeeBerry Natureceutical Facial
60-minute Vogue Pedicure
$215

Happy Spa-ing!
Jessica, Spa Services Manager, St. Regis Monarch Beach
Tel: 949.234.3361

When: March 12th-14th
Location: Chez Bride Moderne
5726 La Jolla Blvd., Suite 105, La Jolla, CA 92037
*Appintment is required and availability is limited so call them today!

View KENNETH POOL dresses at kennethpool.com and chezbridemoderne.com for more info!

To get the most nutrition out of your calories, choose foods packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients-and lower in calories. Pick fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat dairy more often. Be aware of portion sizes. Even low-calerie foods can add up when portions are larger than you need.

1. Variety abounds when using vegetables as pizza topping. Try broccoli, spinach, green peppers, tomatos, mushrooms and zucchini.
2. Get saucy with fruit: Puree berries, apples, peaches or pears for a thick, sweet sauce on grilled or broiled seafood or poultry, or on pancakes, french toast or waffles.
3. Mix up a breakfast smoothie made with low-fat milk, frozen strawberries and a banana.
4. Heat leaftover whole-grain rice with chopped apple, nuts and cinnamon.
5. Make a veggie wrap with roasted vegetables and low-fat cheese rolled in a whole-wheat tortilla.
6. Try crunchy vegetables instead of chips with your favorite dip or low-fat salad dressing.
7. Grill colorful vegetable kabobs packed with tomatoes, green and red peppers, mushrooms and onions.
8. Banana split: Top a sliced banana with a scoop of low-fat frozen yogurt. Sprinkle with a tablespoon of chopped nuts.
9. Add color to salads with baby carrots, grape tomatoes, spinach leaves or mandarin oranges.
10. Prepare instant oatmeal with low-fat or fat-free mik in place of water. Top with dried cranberries and almonds.

For more meal ideas view the rest of Janice’s blog post at www.socalnw.com/Blog/

Photos courtesy of Jim Kennedy Photography

To view more of her collection visit her website at Noaki Jewelry

Photos courtesy of Samuel Lippke at Samuel Lippke Studio

Congrats to Grace and John who were married at Mariner’s Chapel and had their reception at the Resort at Pelican Hill. Thanks to White Lilac for the beautiful bouquets, it’s been a LONG time since I had to hold one.