Horsing Around In L.A. by Erin Miller

Horsing Around In L.A. by Erin Miller A lifestyle blog focusing on Entertainment, Travel, Food, Wine, Movies, Disney, Horses & More. My name is Erin & I was born and raised in Southern California.

Horse crazy since a little girl, I've had a lifelong passion for horses and all animals. It has been my dream to have horses someday, but lessons, leasing and showing here and there have had to do as having horses in the city isn’t easy (or cheap) to be able to do! Besides horses, I have a gazillion other interests and hobbies as well; including traveling, photography, running in 5k’s- 1/2 maratho

ns, going to Disneyland, supporting charity events and other amazing non-profit organizations, going to Angel’s games, sports in general (especially HOCKEY!!), finding and trying out tea salons and other tasty places, WINE tastings, meetups, finding odd jobs, tutoring, enjoying the beach & river with friends and family. The list goes on and on and I cannot wait to share it all with you. I hope you enjoy my adventures and will go on some of your own in LA and in the OC in beautiful SoCal!!

🍔🔥 Orange County, it’s officially burger time! 🔥🍔Get ready to eat your way through OC Burger Week, happening September 2...
09/05/2026

🍔🔥 Orange County, it’s officially burger time! 🔥🍔

Get ready to eat your way through OC Burger Week, happening September 20–26, 2026! 🎉🍔

For ONE delicious week, 70 Orange County restaurants are serving up specially created burgers and burger menus starting at just $10, with options ranging all the way up to $35. 🤤

Think juicy beef burgers, crispy chicken, turkey, mushroom and plant-based creations, creative toppings, indulgent sides and some seriously crave-worthy combinations. And NEW this year: Luxury Burger Pairings featuring premium burgers paired with w**e and handcrafted cocktails! 🍷🍸🍔

Whether you’re a classic cheeseburger person, always looking for the wildest burger creation, or searching for vegetarian and vegan burger options in Orange County, there’s something worth sinking your teeth into.

🍔 OC BurgerWeek 
📅 September 20–26, 2026
📍 70 participating Orange County restaurants
💰 Menus: $10, $15, $20, $25, $30 & $35
🎟️ No tickets or passes required!

From Newport Beach and Huntington Beach to Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Laguna Beach and beyond, this is the perfect excuse to skip cooking and go on a delicious Orange County burger tour. 😋

👉 Head to BurgerWeek.com to see participating restaurants, browse menus by price, and find your next burger obsession!

Who are you taking on your OC Burger Week burger crawl?! 🍔👇


 

🎃👻 Brick or Treat is coming to LEGOLAND California!🧱🍬Halloween + LEGO Monsters + trick-or-treating + rides + ALL the spo...
09/02/2026

🎃👻 Brick or Treat is coming to LEGOLAND California!🧱🍬

Halloween + LEGO Monsters + trick-or-treating + rides + ALL the spooky LEGO fun?! YES PLEASE! 🎃

And there’s something extra exciting for 2026!! BRICK OR TREAT STREET, featuring six interactive LEGO Monster houses! 🧙‍♀️🐺🕷️👻

I put together a full guide with everything you need to know about LEGOLAND California Brick or Treat 2026, including the new attractions, event dates, Halloween entertainment, rides, the HUGE LEGO Halloween Tree and more!

🎃 Read the full guide here: https://www.horsingaroundinla.com/legoland-california-brick-or-treat-2026-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-new-brick-or-treat-street/

Who's ready for some LEGO Halloween fun?! 👻🧱

08/22/2026

POV: You don't want another chalky protein shake. 😂 ad

Anyone else want their protein without feeling like they're drinking a science experiment? 🙋‍♀️ I found Isopure Protein Water in the Grab & Go section at Walmart, and THIS is much more my speed.

It’s completely clear, refreshing, and actually tastes like flavored water while giving you 15g of protein + electrolytes, with only 60 calories and 0g sugar. 🙌 Plus, no artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners.

I grabbed a couple flavors, poured one over ice, and headed out for a little SoCal adventure. 🌴☀️ Whether you're heading to a yoga class, the beach, the pool, a farmers market, park, or just running around town, it's such an easy way to add protein to your day without the heavy shake.

If you've been skipping protein drinks because you don't love the chalky shake situation… you might want to try this. 👀

📍 Find Isopure Protein Water in the Grab & Go section at Walmart!

 

🍷✨ Foodies, w**e lovers & cocktail enthusiasts… this one is for YOU! ✨🍴Picture this: a gorgeous afternoon at Newport Dun...
08/19/2026

🍷✨ Foodies, w**e lovers & cocktail enthusiasts… this one is for YOU! ✨🍴

Picture this: a gorgeous afternoon at Newport Dunes, incredible food, w**e flowing, cocktails in hand, live entertainment, and the beautiful Newport Bay as your backdrop. 😍🌴

The Pacific W**e & Food Classic is coming Saturday, September 12, and this is one Orange County event you’re NOT going to want to miss!

Here’s what’s waiting for you: 👇

🍽️ 35+ of Southern California’s top restaurants serving up signature bites
🍷 25+ w**eries + hundreds of w**es to discover
🍸 Premium cocktails & spirits
🫧 The Bubble Garden with spritzes, bubbly, restaurants & decadent desserts
🌺 Tiki World featuring craft cocktails from Papa’s Pilar Rum + bites and tiki cocktails from Tiki Kai
💃 Silent Disco on the Sand overlooking Newport Bay
📸 Red carpet arrival + plenty of photo-worthy moments
✨ And all of it at the beautiful Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

Basically… come hungry, come thirsty, and maybe leave room for dessert. 😂🍰

This is a 21+ event, so grab your favorite foodie/w**e-loving friend and make a day of it! 🥂

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort | Newport Beach
👗 Resort Chic
🎟️ Tickets are limited and this event has a history of selling out!

💰 Want to save $25 on your tickets?! Use code HORSING25 at checkout! 🎟️✨

Who would you bring with you for an afternoon of food, w**e, cocktails & dancing by the bay? 👇🥂

**eAndFoodClassic

08/19/2026

🔥 Cypress, you have a new favorite spot for made-from-scratch comfort food! 🔥

One of my favorite Bushfire Kitchen locations yet has officially opened, and this one is extra special because I grew up in this area & actually used to work right down the street. It’s so fun seeing new foodie gems pop up in a place that feels like home. ❤️

I stopped by the brand-new Bushfire Kitchen Cypress location and was seriously impressed by the chef-crafted menu featuring modern American comfort food with global flavors. Every dish feels thoughtfully made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.

Here’s what I tried:

🥩 Tri Tip Plate with Garlic Mashed Potatoes + Roasted Brussels Sprouts--A hearty comfort food favorite featuring that's the perfect balance of elevated & comforting.

🥗 Greek Salad--The perfect lighter option packed with Mediterranean flavors.

🥪 BBQ Tri Tip Sandwich + French Fries-- A delicious twist on a classic BBQ sandwich!

🍪 Lemon Cooler Cookie-- The perfect sweet treat with fresh lemon zest, white chocolate chunks, and a hint of coconut baked into their not-too-sweet dough. Refreshing and unique!

🍷Red Sangria--A refreshing pairing that made the perfect addition to the meal.

☀️Don’t miss their limited-time Summer Specials!☀️

🍑Peaches & Cream Empanada-- Juicy caramelized peaches and rich cream cheese wrapped in a flaky pastry crust, sprinkled with cinnamon. Basically summer dessert in every bite!

🍋 Pomegranate Lemonade-- A refreshing housemade lemonade infused with raspberry and lychee flavors. The perfect drink for a warm summer day!

🥗Mediterranean Summer Crunch Salad-- A seasonal favorite bursting with flavors.

I also love that Bushfire Kitchen offers something for everyone with gluten-free, plant-based, & protein-packed options, plus housemade drinks, craft sodas, b**r, w**e, & a beautiful shaded heated patio perfect for dining year-round. 🌱

🍻 Happy Hour: 2–5 PM with 50% off b**r and w**e!

📍Bushfire Kitchen Cypress
5895 Katella Avenue, Suite G
Cypress, CA 90630

Cypress foodies, this is one you’ll  want to add to your must-try list! 🔥 Who are you bringing with you for your first v

08/14/2026

It’s been SO hot lately that I’ve been craving something cold, sweet… and SOUR. 🍋‍🟩🥶

So when I spotted the new Shameless Snacks Super Sour Variety Pack at , I knew exactly what I wanted to make: frozen greek yogurt bars loaded with sour gummies! 👀💚

This easy better-for-you frozen treat is the perfect combo of creamy, fruity, sweet AND sour. And the best part? It’s super easy to make!

Here’s what you need:
🥣 Greek yogurt
🍯 Melted caramel
🫐 Blueberries
🍓 Raspberries
🍬 Shameless Snacks Super Sour Gummies

Spread greek yogurt on a baking sheet with parchment paper, top with your goodies, pop it in the freezer for a few hours, then break it into pieces and snack away!

You get a delicious frozen treat that's high in fiber, low sugar, low carb, and low calorie, with lots of seriously sour gummy goodness in every bite. 🤤

And if you’re a sour candy lover like me, this is definitely one you’ll want to try!

📍 Find the NEW Shameless Snacks Snacks Super Sour Variety Pack at Target!

 

08/12/2026

🍖 POV: You came for Japanese BBQ and somehow ended up in Japan. 🇯🇵🔥

If you’re craving Japanese BBQ, add hibiki to your list because this place is SO much fun from the moment you walk in. The entire restaurant is designed to feel like a Japanese train station, so dinner feels like an experience, not just another AYCE BBQ spot.

We went for the supreme menu because obviously we wanted to try ALL the good stuff. 😂 One of my favorites was the A5 Wagyu Shabu Shabu, prepared tableside by our server. The marbling was gorgeous, it literally cooked in seconds, and served over rice with egg?! That buttery, melt-in-your-mouth wagyu + creamy egg yolk combo was 🤤

And then there are the flavored salts! 🧂✨  The garlic salt was my favorite, but they also have options like lemon pepper, truffle, yuzu, wasabi and more, so you can switch up every bite.

We also tried some other items like the wagyu fried rice, fried chicken bites, salmon hand rolls, pickled cucumber and edamame. All were delicious alongside all of the BBQ meats.

🔥 And here's something you need to know: They also have a late-night menu for $29.99 from 9 PM–1 AM. Soooo... who's ready for a midnight BBQ run?! 👀

They have multiple AYCE tiers, including options with wagyu, and for some of the premium cuts, the staff will grill them for you so they come out perfectly.

📍 Hibiki BBQ
529 E Valley Blvd, Ste 108A
San Gabriel, CA 91776

🕐 Open daily 12 PM–1 AM

If you’re looking for a fun date night, girls' night, or late-night foodie adventure in the SGV, this is definitely one to put on your list! ❤️

   

There’s something magical about slow summer mornings. The sun warming your skin, birds singing, a peaceful view, and tha...
07/21/2026

There’s something magical about slow summer mornings. The sun warming your skin, birds singing, a peaceful view, and that first delicious sip of coffee. Lately, my favorite way to start the day has been taking a few extra minutes to unplug, soak in my surroundings, and enjoy a perfectly brewed cup with some incredible snacks from Melissa's Produce.💛

Now, one of you gets to experience that same cozy coffee break! ☕✨

One lucky winner will receive the Melissa's Produce Morning Coffee Break Basket! Filled with their smooth single-origin whole bean coffee, premium Bodum brewing accessories, and an assortment of delicious gourmet snacks featuring flavors like blue agave, dark chocolate, tropical fruits, and nuts. It's the perfect excuse to slow down, savor the moment, and make "take five" feel more like "take fifteen." 🌿

Enter now for your chance to win this delicious Melissa's Morning Coffee Break Basket! ☕🤎 Tell me in the comments, who would you love to share your morning coffee break with?🤎☕️

Link to enter and with all the info in the comments!

Good luck! ☕✨🤎

Looking for a way to make the most of your next trip to Great Wolf Lodge? 🐺💦One of our favorite upgrades was the Wolf Pa...
07/17/2026

Looking for a way to make the most of your next trip to Great Wolf Lodge? 🐺💦

One of our favorite upgrades was the Wolf Pass! It let the kids enjoy so many of the resort's most popular attractions, including MagiQuest, laser tag, the Adventure Ropes Course, Adventure Trail, arcade fun, candy cups, Build-A-Bear, mini golf, and more—all while making the experience even more exciting from start to finish.

Watching the kids race through MagiQuest with their wands, challenge each other in laser tag, tackle the ropes course, and fill their candy cups with sweet treats created so many unforgettable memories. It truly helped turn our getaway into an adventure we'll be talking about for a long time.

If you're planning a visit, I've put together a complete guide that breaks down everything included in the Wolf Pass, what we loved most, and whether it's worth adding to your stay.

Have you stayed at Great Wolf Lodge? I'd love to know, what's your family's favorite attraction? 🐺✨

Link to the blog post in the comments below 👇

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