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Journey to Wellness: California’s Best Outpatient Addiction Resources

Managing and minimizing addiction can be a long process that requires structured support. However, some people are unable to commit to inpatient treatment due to work and family obligations. Thankfully, intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) can provide you with the resources to get better while still living at home. Granted, there are numerous providers, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the number of treatment options. … Continue reading Journey to Wellness: California’s Best Outpatient Addiction Resources

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EEEEEATSCON Kicks Off Summer ’26 In Santa Monica

Technically, summer doesn’t begin for another month, but who cares about technicalities when it’s 85 degrees at noon. The bountiful season unofficially kicked off last Saturday (as I write this, or May 16). At 11 a.m., actually. In Santa Monica. Barker Hangar, to be exact. For it was there and then that The Infatuation’s EEEEEATSCON Los Angeles cut the ribbon on Summer ‘26.  The festival … Continue reading EEEEEATSCON Kicks Off Summer ’26 In Santa Monica

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Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns in 2026 with amazing deals from May 29 to June 7

Celebrating dining experiences across the destination’s nine cities, Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week takes place from May 29 to June 7, 2026 with participating restaurants offering lunch and dinner deals, many with multi course set prix fixe menus. Restaurant Week 2026 is made possible with the partnership of all nine cities in the Coachella Valley, Agua Caliente Casinos, and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla … Continue reading Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns in 2026 with amazing deals from May 29 to June 7

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Palace Modern Brings Chic New Luxury to Santa Fe’s Historic Heart

Voted the #1 Best City in the US by Travel + Leisure readers, Santa Fe was nominated as the top place to visit in America in 2026. It’s s no surprise this New Mexico city continues to expand – with its rich cultural heritage and pueblo architecture, a booming art scene, local cuisine, and boutique shopping. In The City Different, there’s always something new and … Continue reading Palace Modern Brings Chic New Luxury to Santa Fe’s Historic Heart

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Unwind at beachfront Casa Del Mar and celebrate the hotel’s 100th year in Santa Monica with special programming

This year, the iconic beachside Hotel Casa del Mar celebrates 100 years in Santa Monica. No small feat in a city that rewards itself for constant change. Once a beach club, where Charlie Chaplin and Marilyn Monroe frolicked on the sand, this centennial celebration offers a yearlong series of 1920s-inspired culinary collaborations, special room packages, and cultural events. Book with me for special VIP perks. … Continue reading Unwind at beachfront Casa Del Mar and celebrate the hotel’s 100th year in Santa Monica with special programming

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Perfume, Purses, Peptides & Pours: The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide by LaLaScoop

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to go beyond the expected and give her something that feels as thoughtful and layered as she is. This year, LaLaScoop has curated a collection of gifts that speak to every side of her – signature perfumes she’ll reach for daily, timeless purses that elevate every outfit, glow-boosting peptides for a little self-care luxury, indulgent pampering moments she rarely … Continue reading Perfume, Purses, Peptides & Pours: The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide by LaLaScoop

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Masters of Taste: A Gourmet Experience at LA’s Rose Bowl

Most of us who’ve called Los Angeles home for any length of time have gone to the iconic Rose Bowl stadium at some point. Whether for a sporting event, concert, marathon, parade, or even a flea market, Angelenos have been making their way to the Grande Dame of Pasadena for over a century- chaotic parking and traffic jams be damned. While most Rose Bowl visits … Continue reading Masters of Taste: A Gourmet Experience at LA’s Rose Bowl

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Spotlight: Azur Beverly Hills

As a refined Angeleno trying to keep abreast of the food scene, you know how hard it can be to stay informed of the revolving door that is the openings and closings of hot new restaurants you’re constantly hearing about. By the time you get around to checking out that buzzy new taqueria, you discover it’s been turned into a boba shop.  To complicate matters … Continue reading Spotlight: Azur Beverly Hills

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Straighten up, SoCal: The Best Spine Centers You Need to Know

Many people experience back pain at some point, but when it becomes persistent, it can keep you from doing the things you love. Looking for the right specialist who can help can feel challenging, and you may worry about making the wrong decision or feel anxious about a potential misdiagnosis. If you’re looking for support, you’ll find reliable spine specialists in Southern California who are … Continue reading Straighten up, SoCal: The Best Spine Centers You Need to Know

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The Devil Sips Tea brings a fashion movie theme to The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills

An iconic movie-themed Afternoon Tea arrives to The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills – perfect for couples, a gaggle of girlfriends, or a mother-daughter date, to spend quality time over delicious treats in an elegant Hollywood setting. The Devil Sips Tea (The Runway Collection) at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills is an editorial-inspired afternoon tea bringing a high-fashion twist to a classic ritual. The experience blends … Continue reading The Devil Sips Tea brings a fashion movie theme to The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills

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