LaLaScoop and Andiamo Body Bring a Touch of LA to Seattle… Yoga Style

LaLaScoop and Andiamo Body are partnering up to bring a touch of our much adored LaLaLand’s yoga and event scene wrapped up into one at the crisp, clean, healthy new hot spot called Sweetgrass Food Co. in Seattle on July 16th at 9:30am. We’ll be taking over their downtown loft, overlooking a beautiful stretch of windows and the hustle of the street below, with yoga, juice, … Continue reading LaLaScoop and Andiamo Body Bring a Touch of LA to Seattle… Yoga Style

Cognac-Tasting Pub Crawl L.A.-Style

To celebrate Cognac Classics Week, Hennessy’s U.S. Head of Mixology & Brand Education (nice work if you can get it!), Jordan Bushell, hosted a select group of adventurous journalists on a mission to explore a trio of the city’s finest Cognac-concocting establishments. The second annual Cognac Classics Week, which kicks off May 22, is a cocktail program launched in partnership with Liquor.com. For Hennessey, it’s … Continue reading Cognac-Tasting Pub Crawl L.A.-Style

Masters of Taste 2017 – Gourmet All Day

Masters of Taste 2017 was a gourmet food lover’s dream.  I had never attended a “foodie” event, so I didn’t know quite what to expect… I’ve stood on professional athletic fields before, having sung at Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field, and the (former) Wachovia Center in Phildelphia and at Madison Square Garden in New York City.  But never had I stood on a field, … Continue reading Masters of Taste 2017 – Gourmet All Day

Thumbs Up for The Rosy Oyster Pop-Up

Celebrating its 90th anniversary, Old Hollywood’s most classic, historic hotel – The Hollywood Roosevelt – now offers a brand new, ever-exclusive hang just in time for the summer season.  Tucked away in a private poolside nook that only those “in the know” will even know is there, The Rosy Oyster is a cool, contemporary art-inspired wine and fresh oyster bar, filling L.A.’s dire need for … Continue reading Thumbs Up for The Rosy Oyster Pop-Up

How can you help save the Earth?

Earth Day is Every Day, but April 22 marks this significant day to reflect on making better choices due to the impact of pollution humans have unfortunately created on our planet. “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle,” is a mantra we have heard since we were kids. Now more than ever we need to put those ideas into practice. What small steps you can take to help the … Continue reading How can you help save the Earth?

Food Network Star Winner Chef Tregaye Fraser Dishes on Chef Week at Villa Del Palmar at The Islands of Loreto, Mexico

Villa del Palmar at The Islands of Loreto is a luxurious resort with something for everyone. The exotic sanctuary features 4,447 acres of stunning ocean and mountain views of the breathtaking Sea of Cortez. The resort – just a two-hour flight from Los Angeles – recently hosted a Chef Week featuring some of the top chefs from around the world. Food Network Star winner Tregaye … Continue reading Food Network Star Winner Chef Tregaye Fraser Dishes on Chef Week at Villa Del Palmar at The Islands of Loreto, Mexico

Cocktails in Cuba: Long live the Mojito

Cuuuuuba! The birthplace of the mojito may have something to do with why we drank at least 100 mojitos while we were in Havana and Vinales this year although they never made us feel drunk. Mix, Muddle, Mix! Be sure to use Havana Club rum. We even enjoyed mango mojitos at O’Reilly 304. Place 1 teaspoon of sugar into each of two 12 ounce glasses. … Continue reading Cocktails in Cuba: Long live the Mojito

CÎROC Summer Colada makes the perfect sunny drink

Summer already feels like its in full swing in Los Angeles, especially when many of us were poolside at Sunset Marquis sipping refreshing new signature cocktails by the new CÎROC Summer Colada limited edition flavor by CÎROC Vodka. The sleek all-white bottle with a gold orb is made with CIROC Ultra Premium Vodka infused with Coconut, Pineapple and other natural flavors. Enjoy Summer Colada on the rocks or with one of … Continue reading CÎROC Summer Colada makes the perfect sunny drink

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Casual Drinking and Dining Spots in LA

This article was first posted on Resident Magazine.  Looking to discover a new casual spot in LaLaLand where you can relax, enjoy a drink and some great grub, and not feel like you have to get all dressed up? Depending on where you find yourself in Los Angeles’s 503 miles, check out our favorite new down-to-earth locales. Brouwerij West in San Pedro Who would ever know … Continue reading Casual Drinking and Dining Spots in LA