My Love for Claremont Village, CA

I went for a mini getaway, 40 miles east of Los Angeles to Claremont Village. Tucked away in the Inland Empire, Claremont is the home to a prestigious cluster of five undergraduate and two graduate education institutions. This quaint village caters to college students and locals. Claremont has an electric vibe and a multifaceted feel. You can find many unique shops, boutiques, restaurants, bakeries and art galleries. In one of my first posts, I blogged about Bath Junkie, one of my favorite stores, which is located in the Village (this is the closest store to Los Angeles). Another one of my favorite stores is Amelie, an upscale clothing boutique offering many contemporary designers as well as collections from up and coming designers. Every Sunday Claremont has an outdoor farmer's market providing fresh organic produce. Claremont is also the home to the Folk Music Festival.  Many concerts also take place at the stylish and instrumentally diverse Folk Music Center, owned by musician Ben Harper.
Many people wonder why I love Claremont. Well, here is a photo journal of my last visit, and maybe you will see why I have a love and fondness for the village.......

Hotel Casa 425, is a stylish boutique hotel and lounge opening onto a tranquil courtyard with an outdoor "living room"

Bath Junkie offering your own scented bath products for men and woman and products for pets, the home and babies

Patty's.....a Mexican take-out restaurant which on many occasions has a long line to order food. All tortillas are hand made. Personally, I think they have the best taco's and I believe many would agree.

Amelie

Hero's and legends restaurant