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This article was first published in Malibu Coast Lifestyle print, Conejo Valley Lifestyle print and online at City Lifestyle LA in December 2022. Just like when movie stars of the ‘20s and ‘50s flocked to the area from Hollywood, Palm Springs continues to be Los Angeles’ favorite getaway. This little big town in the desert, flanked by the dramatic San Jacinto mountains and poking palm … Continue reading Palm Springs is always a good idea
“Lobster, lighthouses, leaves” was a recurring theme as we drove from one quaint seaside town to the next in mid-October. Maine had always been a distant memory as my Connecticut sailor parents brought me to this premier summer destination around the age of six. To my parents’ surprise, one steamed lobster was not enough. Maine is where my love affair with the briny bottom feeders … Continue reading You can never eat enough lobster – Check out our favorite lobsta spots in LA and Maine
Change the way you travel with FORA! Fora is disrupting the traditional travel agency so you can travel like an insider with killer perks and curated itineraries. Since everyone always reaches out to me for travel tips (from where to stay to where to dine), I decided to use my travel expertise and get certified as a FORA Travel Advisor in September 2022. As a … Continue reading Start planning your next Romantic Couples Getaway to Malibu: Check out my FORA Travel Guide
Since everyone always reaches out to me for travel tips (from where to stay to where to dine), I decided to use my travel expertise and get certified as a FORA Travel Advisor in September 2022. As a new travel advisor with FORA, I have sent clients to Nobu Los Cabos, Viceroy Riveria Maya, Grand Velas Cabo, Hotel Wailea in Maui, and more. FORA has … Continue reading Check out my FORA Travel Guide: The Best of Palm Springs, California
It’s the HOLIDAZE and you have no idea how to dazzle your guests until this new spirit walks into the room. This holiday or New Year’s Eve craft signature cocktails with Legent Bourbon. This new bourbon is the brainchild of whiskey legends Fred Noe, from the founding family of bourbon and Jim Beam’s seventh-generation Master Distiller, and Shinji Fukuyo, from the founding house of Japanese … Continue reading Sparkle and Slay this Holiday with Legent Bourbon cocktails
It’s that time of year to host friends and ring in the holidays with some cheer. We have endured many holidays during the pandemic, away from family and friends. This holiday it’s time to invite all your loved ones over and have signature drinks ready to celebrate. Since Los Angeles has become a Mezcal town, we adore many artisanal smoky Mezcals. One of our favorites … Continue reading Holiday Cocktails with Mezcal Amarás
While the best gift you can give is your time and love, we also know you can boost someone’s spirits with a fun present tailored to their personality. We are here to help you discover some new ideas for gift-giving this season. Check out these fabulous products and experiences for just about everyone on your list. Lane Eight’s sneakers in festive colors For the fashionista, … Continue reading Holiday Gift Guide 2022: Get the LaLaScoop
Mezcal is making waves in L.A.’s finest restaurants and hottest bars. Angelenos are jumping on board to savor this distinct, complex, versatile handcrafted agave spirit that is deeply rooted in Oaxacan culture. This week we sampled Hedonistas de la Fe, a new premium mezcal brand recently introduced in the U.S. at Wolfgang Puck’s iconic Spago restaurant in Beverly Hills. Hedonistas de La Fe launched a … Continue reading Mezcal is LA’s favorite spirit and popping up everywhere!
We aren’t sure if we are wine connoisseurs or just wine lovers. Some of the best wines we have discovered have been while traveling – like Sicily (from Mt Etna region), France, Croatia, and Germany. Living in California allows for easy access to endless grape varietals too. It’s just a drive or a quick flight to explore some of the best wine regions in our … Continue reading Exciting new wine options for your next party
This article was first published in print in Southern California Life Magazine, September 2022 edition. I pulled off onto a dusty road in a harsh low desert area I never knew existed until an invite to Outstanding in the Field arrived in an email. My instructions were to bring my own plate, come hungry, and be ready to break “bread” with strangers. For many years … Continue reading A real farm-to-table experience is Outstanding in the Field
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