Favorite Dog Friendly Restaurants San Diego

San Diego feels like one of the most Dog friendly places I’ve ever lived. Almost every bar and restaurant in Ocean Beach and Pacific Beach allows dogs. 

Some of my favorites are:

Voltaire Beach House : fun bar and good food. Their rice bowls are amazing… some come in a pineapple and yes It’s as cute as you think it is💁🏼‍♀️👌🏻. The ahi poke and the shortie aka short rib is bomb.  If your pup is hungry they also offer a dog menu. Easy chicken and rice options that are safe for your pup. 

Ob Noodle House (both locations) everything here is amazing. They serve fried rice, pho and a random mix of in betweens. 

Breakfast Republic- cute spot great food and amazing speciality drinks both alcoholic and non alcoholic. The Mexican mocha is my fave along with the Jurassic Bloody Mary. The names are as fun as the location. From hanging whisk lights to egg chairs this place is a cute little breakfast spot. 

Raglan Public House- New Zealand inspired and the food is as big as your face. Amazing food large portions. Favorites are their chicken sandwiche and chicken pot pie. Clearly I have type.  

Pacific Beach 

Fig Tree - brunch/ lunch Spot. Their food is amazing. Fig and ricotta stuffed French toast. Yes it’s amazing, yes you need to try it… we ordered it for the table and I could have eaten the whole thing myself. Short rib Benedict is amazing along with the crab cakes Benedict. I’m drooling as I write this… the chorizo scramble and their honey lavender latte are a few other faves, and they offer a variety of alcoholic beverages as well. 

Second Nature - I could eat breakfast lunch and dinner here. Wide variety of breakfast food from vegan to gluten free. And their dinner is amazing. From their short rib to their burgers everything is great you won’t be disappointed and neither will your pup. 

Bareback: is another options. It’s the sister to raglands and is right by the beach. Eat and then take your pup for a walk on the pacific beach boardwalk. 

Other Great Options nearby 

The Presley

Liberty Station

Backyard 

Mavericks 

Dr. Jart Cicapair Review Summer Foundation Replacement

This little jar of green cream Is my new summer favorite for a light dose of makeup. The Dr. Jart Cicapair Cream is a green color corrector that changes to your skin tone and brightens all at the same time. Apply a cream bronzer and blush along with some spf lipstick and call it a day. Neutralizes redness and gives your skin a beautiful glow and light bb cream coverage. Below I’m wearing the Cicapair cream, concealer under my eyes: Nude Stix bronzer, pixie cream blush.

Sephora Info 

“What it is: A green-to-beige color-correcting treatment that corrects redness and protects skin from UV damage and environmental aggressors

What Else You Need to Know: This all-in-one treatment includes a color-changing capsule to cover blemishes and neutralize redness, restoring fatigued skin for a vibrant appearance. The formula features Tiger Grass (Centella Asiatica) to help heal sensitive skin exhibiting inflammation, irritation or discomfort.

The Cicapair™ Collection is inspired by the true legend of Asian tigers, rolling in centella asiatica to heal their battle wounds. Also known as tiger grass, its medicinal use has been recognized for centuries. For generations, this active ingredient has also been recognized as a recovery system to help support wounded skin exhibiting inflammation, redness, or blemishes.

This product is free from 10 harmful ingredients such as artificial fragrance or color, denatured alcohol, triethanolamine, sulfate-based surfactants, triclosan, mineral oil, propylene glycol, and DEA that causes skin irritation.”

Skincare Favorite For the Month Of June Lactic Acid Good Genes

Good Genes 

My obsesseion with skincare and makeup started at a young age, but college is when my skincare obsession took a turn. I started trying anything and everything some good some bad buttttttt i finally feel that after all of these years I finally have a grasp on what I what works, what doesn't work and why. 

Good Genes is a Life Savor. I try and get a facial/hydra facial once a month, but they aren't cheap. I’m always running around so it doesn't always fit in my schedule. Here comes my favorite little mini facial in a bottle. Good Genes helps reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. I am 30, yes that hurts to say... but my skin doesn't look it at all. I have lines on my forehead that I will most likely get botox for. This product helps chemically exfoliate my skin and leaves it feeling smooth as ever. 

When using the product I uses the smallest amount of product and a bottle lasts for at least 6 months. This little gem helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and this mixed with a hydrafacial keeps me from the needles a little longer. Below are some Sephora facts on the product. Enjoy and let me know if you've used it. 

Sephora info:

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily 

Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, and Pores

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Purified Lactic Acid: Hydrates and exfoliates the surface layers of skin, smoothing its texture, improving the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and visibly clarifying blemishes.
- Licorice and Lemongrass: Brighten the appearance of dark spots and skin discoloration.
- Prickly Pear Extract: Soothes the appearance of surface redness and sensitive skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: Formulated with hydrating, purified-grade lactic acid, this serum exfoliates the dull surface of the skin for a radiant, clearer-, younger-looking complexion. The formula is enhanced with licorice extract to brighten the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Great for all skin types—from acne and blemish prone to dry and sensitive—this visibly brightening formula targets visible signs of aging and keeps skin looking clear and glowing.

What is lactic acid?
Lactic acid is a hydrating alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) commonly derived from milk, but there are alternative vegan sources, like fermented corn starch, beets, and other sugar-rich foods. Synthetic forms of this ingredient are often found in peels and serums. 

What does lactic acid do for skin?
Lactic acid brightens, smooths, and evens skin, while also making it look firmer. It helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots. 

How does it work exactly?
It exfoliates by loosening the bonds between dead skin cells to reveal a more radiant complexion. 

How do I use it?
It’s generally recommended for nighttime use, and suggested frequency varies from product to product. Check the packaging for specific instructions. 

Are there any potential side effects?
You may experience slight tingling, stinging, and/or redness. (Don’t worry—this is normal.) 

What can I pair it with?
While it can be used with many other ingredients and products, sunscreen’s an essential when lactic acid is a part of your routine. Another important step: cleansing the morning after you use lactic acid to sweep away dead skin cells. 

Anything I shouldn’t pair it with?
Don’t use it on days you use retinol since both are potent ingredients. Alternate between the two to avoid irritation.

10 Things To Do In Key West From My Trip 2021

Kandi and I had such a good time in Key West. We must go back. It was gorgeous. In this post I am going to list 10 things we did to give you a taste of the island and things you can do when you're there.

1. Sunset at Mallory Square. 

Restaurants and hotels line the water, along with street vendors and performers. Its normally full of life but since covid has become a little more calm. As the world opens up I expect the performers to return, but until then enjoy a dinner by the water or some drinks and the sunset. In Key West its legal to drink and walk around and they have little out door bars along the square. 

2/3 Sloppy Joes. 

This bar was a favorite bar of the Author Ernest Hemingway.  I also toured his home and it was a cute little piece of history. They had cats all over the property along with kittens... So freaking cute I wanted to take them home. 

Ernest Hemming has a Home on the Island that has been preserved since his passing. He wrote novels. like The Old Man and The Sea and The Sun Also Rises. The house also takes care of the cats that occupy the home including a kitten area. It was the cutest little piece of history and I would live there today... with a few updates of course ;). 

4. Smathers Beach.

Smathers has easy parking and is so peaceful and quiet. If it wasn’t so windy when we went I could have spent the day there. Pack a lunch or snack for easy eating, they also have a vendor on the beach where you can rent water toys and food. 

5. Fort Zachary State Beach

this beach requires a small fee, but has another great beach. If you enjoy a bbq at the beach this is the spot for you. Bring your lunch for the day and snorkle around the beach. Perfect spot for photos or a hike through nature. you can walk the grounds at fort zachary and the views and sunset are gorgeous. 

6. Key West Light House. 

This view is from the Key West Lighthouse. There is a small $10 fee to tour the light house and grounds. The view is freaking amazing , this photo doesn’t do the 360 view justice. You can walk the whole 360 at the top and see just how gorgeous key west is from a birds eye view. 

7. La Tratorria 

The food here was out of this freakin world. My favorite part of travel is the new places I get to see and where I get to eat. We had the best Italian food our last night in Key Wesg at La Tratorria. I had the bolognese and Kandi had a cheese pizza. Both were amazing. 

8. Duval Street

Duval Street Is the main attraction in Key West. It holds a majority of their bars and restaurants along with touristy shops. We spent most of our time walking up and down duval eating, drinking, and people watching... along with getting stopped by strangers and ending up out with new friends till 3 am lol. We Clearly had a great time. 

9. Butterfly Sanctuary 

If you enjoy being one with nature the butterfly sanctuary is your spot. As soon as you enter you hear the sounds of flamingos and other tropical birds echoing through the exhibit. The Butterflies are beautful and everywhere. The other wildlife adds to the ambiance and it's just a very peaceful experience. Also very fun with children. 

10. Rum Distillary

Key West First Legal Rum Distillary is the one that we went to. Unfortunately when we were there we couldn't tour the facility, but we were able to try some rum ;). I love rum always have so if you enjoy it i would definately stop by at least one of them. There are a few on the Island

 

 

Shein Outfits I need For Spring

 

It's been so freakin cold, but i am dreaming of Spring/Summer in San Diego. Outfits I need are below. Which one would you get? I want them all. Perfect for Spring and Summer.

Tie Dye Dress $13

Crop Top 

$5

$9 Patchwork Dress 

$13 Cami Dress

Motif Bustier Top $19

Solid Ruffle Hem Smock Dress $19

Where to Eat Pacific Beach: Scuderie Italia

Scuderie Italia is a newer Italian restaurant in Pacific Beach, and I am quite obsessed. I’ve been three times this week and I wasn’t disappointed. First the appetizers are amazing. Huge Charcuterie Board filled with plenty of delicious fruits, pickled veggies and amazing meats. The burrata and prosciutto was also amazing I could have eaten the whole thing myself. 

Second I think I could live off the pizza. I ordered it as takeout which if you live in pacific Beach the delivery is free. You order straight from the website and it could not have been easier and fast then door dash or Uber eats.

The pasta selection is amazing and unfortunately I was so hungry I ate it without getting a photo. Yes I am kicking myself but it was so good I’ll be back for more and take some then lol. If you’re looking for a great Italian Spot in San Diego or just need a new restaurant to try this is your place. 

Dreaming of my next pizza from here. 

Xoxo, CB 

Spring Fashion Day 1 Target, Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, Nike

@carleybe on ig and Tiktok 

Trying to do daily outfits on here. We will see if I can do it but I’m saying it here to try and hold myself accountable 💁🏼‍♀️❣️ Before the outfit this week has been crazy. Has anyone been ghosted after seeing someone for 8 months cuz I about didn’t have a boyfriend... I was like do this again and we’re done. On top of that I am seriously missing Key West and my BFF Kandi 👯‍♀️ .

 I will be posting a full blog post on here about the trip I just need to get everything compiled first and we’re almost there. 

On to better things my outfit 🙌 

Top is Target $5

Jeans Forever 21 

Plaid tee Urban Outfitters. Expensive purchase but I freakin love it. $50 

Shoes Nike Air Force Ones $100

What’s your favorite Piece? Photo and Video Below.