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Marelle Santa Monica Sets the Tone for Coastal Dining on Ocean Avenue
01.30.26
Marelle Santa Monica is the signature restaurant at Sandbourne Santa Monica, led by Santa Monica native and respected chef Raphael Lunetta. With decades of experience and deep local roots, Lunetta brings a thoughtful, ingredient-driven approach that feels right at home along the coast.
Set on Ocean Avenue, Marelle blends fresh California flavors with an easy indoor and outdoor flow, making it a natural choice for sunset dinners, weekend brunch, and cocktails that stretch into the evening. The menu highlights seasonal produce, local seafood, and small details that reflect a strong sense of place, including honey harvested from Sandbourne’s onsite beehive and ingredients sourced from the Santa Monica farmers market.
The cocktail program adds a creative touch, balancing coastal influence with modern flair. Favorites include the Matcha Martini and the Star of the Sea, a shell-served cocktail that has quickly become a signature and a favorite at the bar.
Designed by architect Gulla Jónsdóttir, the space mirrors the surrounding coastline with warm tones, natural textures, and a seamless connection between the dining room and open-air terrace. Marelle also offers inviting indoor and outdoor spaces for private events, from celebrations to brand dinners, all set in the heart of Santa Monica.
Marelle Santa Monica is at 1740 Ocean Ave. in Santa Monica. 310.899.6122
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Small-Batch Botanical Wellness for Dogs
01.19.26
Created specifically for dogs, Calming Wolf Serum by de Íñiguez is a topical botanical supplement formulated to support calm behavior and overall well-being. Designed to promote comfort during travel, new environments, or everyday play, the serum offers a thoughtful approach to canine care.
Rooted in generational tradition, de Íñiguez hand-crafts small-batch essential oil blends inspired by Spanish and French formulas passed down through the Íñiguez and De León families. What began with a great grandmother has been preserved and refined through generations of women, honoring both heritage and quality.
Each formula is made with carefully sourced organic ingredients from around the world. Production is limited to small, made-to-order campaigns to ensure freshness and consistency. When a pre-order is placed, each product is created specifically for that customer.
Calming Wolf Serum is made with organic essential oils including chamomile, clary sage, frankincense, and manuka, blended in an MCT oil base.
Apply one to two drops topically to the chest or paw pads once or twice daily, as needed.
To learn more or place an order, visit deiniguez.com.
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