Blu Cantina

Atlanta is such a versatile city. I found a dope "Latin American Fusion" spot by the name of Blu Cantina, I feel everyone should visit them. From the outside of the restaurant you see the lively art on the building's walls. The vibe inside is mixed with a DJ booth, some space, a bar, and booths with a few tables inside and out. The food is great and they have a sweet variety and great prices. Music may make you change from a light bounce in your seat to a sweet stand up twerk... balance.

My go to drink at Blu Cantina every single time will be the Henessey Margarita. Now I know that Margarita is associated with tequila, but this cognac in there will give you a new outlook. Ask your server about a pitcher if you are 21. 

I went to Blu Cantina a few times while in Atlanta this last trip. My official introduction was with Kirstie and we had a nice array of delicious finger food. We started off with the ultimate sampler. You can always mix up the options, but we chose some golden chicken empanadas with a light chipolte kick drizzled over top, the veggie filled southwest egg rolls and the queso to dip it all in. 

Next were the flavorful variety in tacos that we had. We had a tender brisket taco, I had a fried fish taco with some nice hints of mango in it, a grilled shrimp taco that also has some great mango slaw, Kirstie had a surf and turf taco which has brisket and shrimp in it. All of these we ate with rice and beans. I also went back a couple other times, added wings, fries and other things I stated above. All of it was so filling and flavorful.

And of course I had a few churros after dinner because a meal is not complete if desert is not present.

MAKE SURE YA'LL FOLLOW THEM ON SOCIAL MEDIA TO FIND OUT ALL THEIR NIGHTLY DEALS IG: @BluCantina_eav

I appreciate everyone that catered to me and my friends in Blu Cantina. My sister and favorite server Diamond works here and she is a gem to say the least. Everyone here from the boss Gally (G) to the cooks are all welcoming and on point. I can always appreciate black owned businesses flourishing. Hope this establishment continues to grow and kick ass everyday. As I finish typing this I wish I was able to down a Hennessy Margarita and a chicken empanada, just a quick pick me up snack is all. I hope you all enjoy this chilled restaurant lounge next time you're in the A. I am glad to be back in the writing wave, I appriciate ya'll continued support and patience. Remember to always Love and Allow to be Loved xo  Tell them Ms. Mars sent you!

Happy Lou Smoke Shop

Fresh to the area, I have been trying to make my way around mom and pop establishments. While in Pompano Beach, I so happen to come across a new smoke shop called Happy Lou's

I loved the hospitality as soon as we arrived, Lou greeted us himself. He was knowledgeable about all his products and even let us see some outside the case. It is a family owned business that's been opened about 6 months now. I have faith that their business will only grow if they continue to give it TLC (tender love and care).

It is very close to the beach, walking distance actually. They have a good variety of glass work, hookahs, pipes, filters, incense, cigars, papers, vapes, cleaners. It is a little for everyone. Even if you are trying to quit smoking, they have oils for vapes in all flavors to help you ease off those killer ciggs. But for my folks that aren't going to stop smoking anytime soon; Lou also offers a relaxed back area to enjoy a sweet cigar, purchased on location for your convenience. They have snacks and drinks on location too... in case you get tobacco munchies of course. Everything is priced very fair. I grabbed 10 incense for only $2 and the holder for $7. Under $10 and my rooms smell a different scent every couple of days.

With my purchase, a review and a follow I was given a FREE GIFT!! Ya'll know I find free and inexpensive things for you guys. Make a purchase, support a local business, and get something free from it. Not only that, they are more likely to remember you, and treat you like family. Big shops don't usually care who you are, they just care for your money. At Happy Lou's small talk is made, questions are asked, and see you laters are meant. Down below are all the goodies I got from Happy Lou's.

I truly hope ya'll can make it out to this smoke shop. I have some friends in town this week that I may take to enjoy some goodies too. Happy smokers on a budget? #HappyLous is the place to go for all your needs. Make sure you let him know #MsMars sent you too. May you all continue to be great and positive in everything that you do. Remember to always love and allow to be loved. xoxo

Happy Lou' Smoke Shop

3165 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, Fl 33062

Monday-Thurday 11am-7pm

Friday-Saturday 11am-8pm

Sunday 11am-8pm

754-205-2245

Free Up Close and Personal With The Sea Lions

This stop was one of my favorites on my California trip. I had been a few times before to California, but never really felt like I was one with the hidden gems the West coast has to offer. Want to thank my Orlando brother Phillip for putting us onto another A1 spot. Check below what fun there is to do, and where to go.

The drive to the location alone is too cool. Pictures really do not do this place much justice. They have a diversity of beach fun, rock adventures to the sea lions and even a grassy field to relax and lay out.

You are able to take the kiddies to jump in the water, or put some goggles on for an underwater adventure (wet suit not included). Make an adventure out of hopping from rock to rock, seeing how close you're able to get to the sea lions. Or you don't even need to touch the sand; there is a field of grass with trees spread out for some shady comfort. Had Maria even climb one for fun as ya'll see below. I appreciated the space and trip so much. Being such a paradox, it was my favorite to be around such a huge body of water AND mountains in one. God is beautiful, and mother nature is always showing out.

Being from Orlando, the closest you're able to really be to these beautiful animals are via Sea World or Zoo. So it was nice to see them be in their natural habitat and not behind a glass window. Not to mention that even though you're able to touch them and all in Sea World you also have to drop big bucks to do so. So being that this is an inexpensive blog, I figured I'd show ya'll how to see this gem, in California's "gem' La Jolla. So down below I have the location. Also check out the pictures below, tell me how ya'll like this place. Show me your own pictures if possible. All feedback from ya'll, my awesome supporters are always welcomed. Thank you for continuing to show me so much love on all my social media platforms. I will be graduating in just a couple of weeks, I can not wait to show my blog some extra TLC. New merchandise for #MarsMadness is also on the way. Remember to always Love and allow to be loved. God and hard work Xoxo

La Jolla Cove

Type it into a GPS, park up and have fun.