Dan Akroyd brings Mixology to the Magic Castle with Crystal Head Vodka

There’s something strange in the neighborhood. Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters!! Or Dan Akroyd at Hollywood’s World Famous Magic Castle, especially when spooky things begin to happen like a piano playing your favorite song by voice request or a magician making your time of birth appear on a photograph inside a wallet. You might wonder if it’s magic or the masterful cocktail concoctions made with … Continue reading Dan Akroyd brings Mixology to the Magic Castle with Crystal Head Vodka

New York Fashion Week Inspired Cocktails

New York Fashion Week is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate than with some A-list drinks inspired by your favorite fashionistas? We have rounded up some options that are sure to please your palette and make you feel like you are strutting down the runway. Delola Spritzes by Jennifer Lopez J Lo has a knack for breaking the internet – how … Continue reading New York Fashion Week Inspired Cocktails

Dine deeper with a walking LA Food Tour of Beverly Hills

The first thing I book when traveling solo to a new city is a walking food tour, which helps to gain a better understanding of the history and layout of an area. Now, you can experience Los Angeles in a different way with a walking LA Food Tour of Beverly Hills. Chief Experience Officer Brian Rodda combines his storytelling skills, Italian heritage food sensibilities, and professional tour … Continue reading Dine deeper with a walking LA Food Tour of Beverly Hills

Coachella Or NoChella? Party On!

The big debate: Is Coachella worth the ticket price? Is it better to attend the show or the surrounding brand-centric parties? Well, if you read our latest piece on Insider.com, you may know what we think about the Influencer Olympics and the dwindling amount of live musical performances we are actually familiar with these days – making us choose the parties over the actual festival. … Continue reading Coachella Or NoChella? Party On!

Behind the Scenes at Palm Springs International Film Festival 2023 Awards

The 34th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) returned in-person from Jan. 5-16 for the first time since 2020. The celebration kicked off with the Film Awards at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Jan. 5, honoring seasoned filmmakers and performers like “Women Talking” director Sarah Polley, “The Banshees of Inisherin” star Colin Farrell, “Tár” lead performer Cate Blanchett and “The Whale” star Brendan Fraser. The night … Continue reading Behind the Scenes at Palm Springs International Film Festival 2023 Awards

The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles (IAMLA) showcases a new Pinocchio exhibition

The IAMLA’s original exhibition, A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio, explores the cultural origins, adaptations, and enduring appeal of one of the most popular characters in children’s literature. Written in 1883 by Italian author Carlo Collodi, The Adventures of Pinocchio is on view from November 5, 2022 – October 16, 2023, and is as relevant today as back in 1883. The story has … Continue reading The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles (IAMLA) showcases a new Pinocchio exhibition

Debbie Durkin’s ECOLUXE “Endless Summer Festival” honors TV’s biggest night

On Friday, September 9, 2022, the ECOLUXE “Endless Summer Festival” at the Beverly Hilton honored the best of TV during Primetime Emmys weekend. The event benefited spcaLA, an organization dedicated to the prevention of cruelty to animals.  Guests mingled in the Beverly Hilton’s Wilshire Gardens and devoured a scrumptious lunch served by the Beverly Hilton’s Executive Chef including their handcrafted Donut Wall. The event included … Continue reading Debbie Durkin’s ECOLUXE “Endless Summer Festival” honors TV’s biggest night

Make the most of your time in Malibu

This article was first published in print in Where Traveler LA, July 2022 edition (Page 14 – 16) Malibu: Find your low-key coastal bliss Relax and explore the dreamy coastline – where stars, surfers, sun seekers, beach babes, and nature lovers have flocked for a century to get away from it all It’s easy to understand why Malibu is a top SoCal destination – with its … Continue reading Make the most of your time in Malibu

ECOLUXE RockNRolla Movie and TV Awards Lounge at Yamashiro Hollywood

On Friday, June 3rd, Debbie Durkin’s ECOLUXE Rock ’N Rolla Lounge kicked off Summer 2022 with an event in honor of the MTV Movie & TV Awards and Pride month. This year’s event also benefited the Ukrainian Cultural Center of LA supporting the people of Ukraine.  @ukrainianculturecenterla The covid-safe walk-thru event was held at the historic mountain palace, Yamashiro Hollywood in the garden courtyard and … Continue reading ECOLUXE RockNRolla Movie and TV Awards Lounge at Yamashiro Hollywood

“The Journey” Hollywood Premiere Marks an Historic Night

Those who follow my musical theatre writing career know that I truly appreciate the storytelling, artistry, and emotionality of Japanese manga and anime – especially the way in which they can be translated to western-style theatre, film, and music. On April 12, 2022, I had the opportunity to attend the world premiere of Manga Productions’ newest action fantasy film, THE JOURNEY, directed by Kobun Shizuno … Continue reading “The Journey” Hollywood Premiere Marks an Historic Night