Solvang feels like a living fairytale, where windmills, bakeries, and storybook streets create an escape rooted in charm and tradition.

High-level chefs in the country could become eligible for arts funding under a new initiative. Not all in the art and culinary worlds are raising a glass to the idea, though.

Skip the fancy décor and dive into California's best-kept dining secrets, where simple spots serve up some of the most memorable meals in the state.

Inland from Santa Barbara, Solvang offers a quaint small town to explore with Danish roots in the Santa Ynez Valley. The best ...

Families gathered in Solvang Park on Friday to ring in the New Year — Denmark time. The Danish-themed New Year's Eve celebration, billed the "Copenhagen Countdown," celebrated the start of 2026 in the ...

Want to wander through a winter wonderland this December? California has one of the best small towns to visit for Christmas in the country, according to HGTV. The cable network compiled the top spots ...

Want to wander through a winter wonderland this December? California’s Central Coast has one of the best small towns to visit for Christmas in the country, according to HGTV. The cable network ...

Solvang and Carpinteria have been featured among the eight most welcoming towns in Southern California on a new list by WorldAtlas. The list highlights destinations that are renowned for their warmth, ...

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus wave to the crowd at Solvang's annual Christmas parade. Solvang will be celebrating Julefest through the month of December. Credit: Daniel Green / Noozhawk photo Solvang ...

Solvang’s annual Julefest is officially underway, bringing a festive Danish touch to the city all December long. From maker's markets and visits with Santa to Christmas light tours and live music, ...

Solvang is set to host its annual Julefest celebration starting Thursday, bringing more than five weeks of holiday programming, Danish-inspired traditions, and expanded attractions to the Valley.

Tucked between rolling hills and vineyards in California’s Santa Ynez Valley sits a little piece of Denmark that’s been serving up spherical pancake perfection for less than the cost of a movie ticket ...