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This Mexican steakhouse is the best new restaurant in Beverly Hills

Spiral down to this sloped open-roof restaurant off Rodeo Drive, to a candlelit dinner surrounded by beautiful people in this 90210 attempt to bring a decades-old Baja California feel to one of the richest neighborhoods in America. The Hideaway is hidden, of course, and is the best restaurant we’ve experienced in Beverly Hills since the pandemic. While we overheard actors discussing their career moves, Ryan … Continue reading This Mexican steakhouse is the best new restaurant in Beverly Hills

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LA restaurants for the adventurous eater

Sometimes you tire of avocado toast, hamachi Crudo, Brussel sprouts, or even cauliflower prepared in every possible way. Branzino now seems to be on every LA menu too. These dishes have become LA standard menu options but then some restaurants go a whole different route trying to wow guests with sauces or shocking concoctions. Other venues use ingredients one might not expect to find on … Continue reading LA restaurants for the adventurous eater

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This fun Santa Monica hotspot amps brunch with a mega cold brew martini for 4- 6 people

Bottle girls fly by us with sparklers arriving at a long table carrying two enormous martini glasses filled with cold brew and alcohol for The Victorian’s Saturday Spiked Coffee Brunch. The cold brew mega martini can be sipped by 4-6 people. It appeared 2 guys were celebrating their birthdays as they hit a gong tableside. I dig it. The pandemic dragging on makes me delight … Continue reading This fun Santa Monica hotspot amps brunch with a mega cold brew martini for 4- 6 people

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Weekend Doggie Brunch comes to Tallula’s in Santa Monica

Palomas and puppies? Yes, please. Doggie Brunch is now served on weekends in Santa Monica at coastal Mexican Tallula’s Restaurant (at the former Marix property) just a block from the beach every Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM – 3 PM. Bring your beloved pup who you may like better than your friends and family and treat Fido to his own menu while you sip … Continue reading Weekend Doggie Brunch comes to Tallula’s in Santa Monica

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LA Times Food Bowl kicks off with a party at Grandmaster Recorders – Buy tickets now

LA is the most fascinating city in the world for diverse dining. The Los Angeles Times Food Bowl Launch Party kicks off soon to celebrate the city’s unique and eclectic thriving food scene with a month of culinary celebrations. The monthlong festival in September presented by City National Bank will celebrate L.A.’s top culinary talent, including a special dining series in honor of The Times … Continue reading LA Times Food Bowl kicks off with a party at Grandmaster Recorders – Buy tickets now

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Ojai Weekender – 5 places not to miss on your next road trip to this spiritual vortex

This article was first published in LA Travel Magazine print, summer edition 2022. Returning to Ojai is always a good idea. There’s something about this small California town – around an hour and a half from LA – that’s hard to find anywhere else in California. No wonder this haven attracts artists, musicians, nature lovers, health enthusiasts, and spiritual seekers. Inspiration is everywhere, especially in … Continue reading Ojai Weekender – 5 places not to miss on your next road trip to this spiritual vortex

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Find quintessential SoCal in Carlsbad and come for the Flower Fields in spring

This article was first published in LA Travel Magazine print, summer 2022 edition. Carlsbad, California feels like the best of America due to its small-town laid-back feel and proximity to the ocean. Situated 30 mins north of San Diego and a couple hours south of LA, Carlsbad is a charming community with 7 miles of pristine beaches and picturesque hilly inland regions that make an … Continue reading Find quintessential SoCal in Carlsbad and come for the Flower Fields in spring

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Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe summer sizzle on the new Mastercraft boats

This article was first published in Malibu Coast Lifestyle print and Conejo Valley Lifestyle print (summer 2022) and online at Citylifestyle.com. To learn more about owning a home at Tahoe Beach Club, read luxurious lakefront living in south Tahoe. Lake Tahoe has some of the most jaw-dropping scenery in America, with its stunning azure crystal clear waters and dramatic mountain backdrops. While many people think … Continue reading Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe summer sizzle on the new Mastercraft boats

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Paris is always a good idea – Plan ahead with our tips on JohnnyJet

This article was published on JohnnyJet.com first on July 31, 2022. Read the full article on JohnnyJet. Paris is a good jump-off city for other European adventures. We decided on three nights in the City of Light at the start of our trip and two nights on the tail end of our travels, since we quickly realized that flying in and out of the same … Continue reading Paris is always a good idea – Plan ahead with our tips on JohnnyJet

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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

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