Melissa Anino

I've lived in Antioch for years and these are the six restaurants I actually rotate through when I'm craving seafood, pasta, or a really good sauce. I've ordered from every single one of these more times than I can count, so this isn't a "best of" list I pulled off Google. If you're visiting the Delta or you live in East Contra Costa and you're tired of guessing where to eat, start here. 🌊

Ulta Finds found my heart! I love sampling all kinds of products—creams, scents, and everything in between. The sizes vary, but there's always just enough to discover the scent, texture, and overall quality. Mini but mighty, these samples know how to impress!

✨ These are the skincare, hair, and beauty products I've actually repurchased, not one-time tries. Anti-aging serums and retinol capsules, lash growth serum, at-home exfoliating tools, plus bond repair and curl products from Alterna, Ouidad, and Redken, all shoppable at Ulta. If you're in your 30s or 50s and tired of buying products that quit on you by week three, start here. 💋