The Journal
Weekly writing on Huntington Beach — neighborhoods, market insight, restaurants, events and the Surf City everyday.
What is it really like to live in Huntington Harbour? From Duffy rides and private docks to island life, neighborhood restaurants and Harbour sunsets, here are 12 things that define the lifestyle.
September 28, 2026 · 8 min read
Considering a move near Ocean View High School in Huntington Beach? Explore IB, the Business Academy, academics, athletics, student programs and what families should know about living nearby.
September 23, 2026 · 9 min read
Considering a move near Marina High School in Huntington Beach? Explore the school's history, academics, programs, student life and what families should know about living nearby.
September 16, 2026 · 9 min read
Red Table has become a Huntington Harbour neighborhood staple—the kind of restaurant where you always see someone you know. Here are my favorite dishes, what makes it special and why it's part of the Harbour lifestyle.
September 11, 2026 · 7 min read
Considering a move near Huntington Beach High School? Learn about HBHS history, academics, the Academy for the Performing Arts, student life and what to know when buying a home nearby.
September 10, 2026 · 8 min read
Explore Admiralty and Gilbert Islands, the original islands of Huntington Harbour's 1963 development. Discover their history, waterfront homes, boating lifestyle and unique location near PCH, Sunset Beach and the coast.
September 8, 2026 · 8 min read
Looking for breakfast in Huntington Beach? Discover Green Street Café on Warner Avenue, a local favorite serving creative Benedicts, pancakes, stuffed French toast, breakfast burritos and more.
September 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Considering a move near Edison High School in Huntington Beach? Explore academics, programs, athletics, enrollment, school boundaries and what to know about living in the surrounding area.
September 2, 2026 · 7 min read
Is Huntington Beach a good place to live? A lifelong HB local shares what everyday life in Surf City is really like, from the beach and Harbour to neighborhoods, parks, local favorites and coastal living.
August 31, 2026 · 7 min read
From June Gloom and local summer to breakfast burritos, beach cruisers and sand permanently living in your car, here are 15 things Huntington Beach locals will understand.
August 24, 2026 · 6 min read
Heading to Buon Gusto in Huntington Beach? I'm sharing my go-to order at this local Italian favorite—from the amazing cheese bread and calamari to my favorite salad and the fresh gelato you can't skip.
August 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Discover the fascinating history of the Huntington Beach Pier, from its early wooden beginnings and 1914 concrete rebuild to storms, World War II, surfing history and the iconic Surf City landmark we know today.
August 19, 2026 · 7 min read
What is it really like living in Huntington Beach? A lifelong HB local shares 10 things she loves about Surf City, from the beach and Huntington Harbour to Central Park, local restaurants and everyday coastal life.
August 16, 2026 · 6 min read
Looking for a local breakfast spot in Huntington Beach? Café Cup on Warner Avenue serves pancakes, French toast, omelettes, scrambles and more—including its Friday-only Cinnamon Roll Pancakes.
August 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Wondering what it's really like to live in Huntington Beach? A lifelong HB local shares the neighborhoods, beaches, outdoor lifestyle and everyday moments that make Surf City home.
August 13, 2026 · 8 min read
Inventory is up, days on market are stretching, and well-priced coastal homes are still moving fast. Here's how to read the Huntington Beach market right now.
August 9, 2026 · 7 min read
Looking for the best brunch in Huntington Beach? From breakfast burritos to classic Main Street favorites and ocean-view brunch, here are some local HB picks.
August 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Five islands, private docks and a boating culture that shapes daily life. Here's what it's actually like to live in Huntington Harbour — and what homes cost.
July 26, 2026 · 9 min read
Eight spots, from the end of the pier to a wetlands boardwalk most visitors never find — and the right time to arrive at each one.
July 19, 2026 · 5 min read
Cost of living, commutes, schools, weather microclimates and choosing between the beach grid and inland HB — an honest relocation primer.
July 12, 2026 · 10 min read
Where to park, when to actually show up, and how to enjoy the biggest week of the Huntington Beach year without losing your mind.
July 5, 2026 · 6 min read
The Weekly Dispatch
One email a week: new neighborhood guides, market notes, restaurant openings and what's happening in Surf City this weekend.
