Modern Lifestyles WINTER 2016 | Page 34

Did you know that in addition to being the site of America’s first modern amusement parks, The OC gave birth to the electric guitar, surf rock and surf culture as we know it? Ever eaten a Carl’s Jr. hamburger, a Marie Callendar’s pie, a Wahoo’s fish taco, an In & Out burger, or enjoyed the retro atmosphere of a Ruby’s restaurant? Then give thanks to The OC’s spirited food innovators. The music,film and theater scene is as diverse and exciting as the people who live here. Discover the best places for art-lovers. Looking for places to grab the best ethnic street food and attend cultural festivals? Are you a car enthusiast? Then cruise down Pacific Coast Highway and take a trip to one of the many car auctions, car shows and worldfamous car museums in Orange County! The always-amazing Disneyland Resort, roughly a 1-hour drive south of L.A. and 2 hours north of San Diego, continues to be one of the best-loved theme parks in the world, while Knott’s Berry Farms and other OC attractions amp up the fun meter. Shop at spectacular South Coast Plaza in Coast Mesa, or get the surfer look in Huntington Beach, aka Surf City, USA. Tour on down to the historic 32 ModernLifestyles.tv