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Hotel Erwin is one of my favorite westside spots because of the 360 degree breathtaking views right along the beach in Venice, just 200 feet from the surf and sand. It may be THE perfect sunset spot in LA as the numerous heat lamps keep you warm as the round glowing orb glides into the ocean. Recently this hip edgy spot that shows off the … Continue reading Hotel Erwin Gets a Makeover Just in time for Summer
Last night was the sexy PUMPin opening of West Hollywood’s latest hotspot, the new endeavor by Lisa VanderPUMP from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The PUMP Lounge right next to The Abbey follows her successful ownership of Sur just down the block and Villa Blanca in Beverly Hills. Opening to the public on May 16, the kitchen will be presided over by Food Network Star Penny Davidi. The new … Continue reading PUMP Lounge Opens in the Heart of West Hollywood
Whip it! Whip it Good! That’s what Gerald Casale of DEVO has been up to! He’s been whipping up some tantalizing Pinots on his 50 by 50 vineyard in Sonoma Valley. And you’re invited to his 2014 Launch Tasting Event in the Hollywood Hills at the Neutra Kun House on Wednesday, April 30th. It will be a first class experience you do not want to miss. Hosted … Continue reading Gerald Casale’s 50 by 50 Vinyard Launches It’s First Pinots – You’re Invited!
Justice Urban Tavern is in a fun location in downtown LA with a generous outdoor patio. Located in the Civic Center district, which also houses the Hall of Justice, LAPD Headquarters, City Hall and other federal agencies, this new fun spot Justice pays homage with some of its dishes and drink names, like the Barrister Burger and the Bench cocktail. The casual interior of this … Continue reading Justice Urban Tavern Opens in Downtown LA
Do you want to be in the know of where to find the most savvy of dining spots? Taste Savant, Los Angeles’ newest curated restaurant discovery site, will definitely take you to the hottest places around town. And now Taste Savant has brilliantly partnered with Barry’s Bootcamp WeHo to offer fellow fitness fanatics the most ideal restaurant recommendations. After persevering through a 60-minute butt-kicking workout, … Continue reading Taste Savant’s Picks for Best Post-Barry’s Bootcamp Workout Meals in West Hollywood
Ellie Laks beams with joy, warmth and beauty, and so do the people and animals blessed with her presence. This became immediately evident to me the moment I saw her beautiful face and heard her relay the beginning of her amazing story. We chatted in the hip loft headquarters of Gardein’s Tasting Kitchen in Marina del Rey. And as the people packed in to honor … Continue reading My Gentle Barn, Ellie Laks and Gardein Will Melt Your Heart & Feed Your Soul
Ate a cronut today. Milk and honey flavor. Surprisingly delicate and nuanced. Very sweet with subtle hints of lavender, buttery creme filling, with soft inner layers mixed with stronger textured pastry layers. Delicious. That basically sums up the 90 second relationship I had with the famed Cronut from the time I opened the box to the time I finished the last bite. But the Cronut … Continue reading Anticipation is the Best Seasoning
Who doesn’t want to discover delicious tasting wines for $20 or less? Thanks to the Porter for showing us the Plot. Porter & Plot creates wines of exceptional quality from lesser known varietals and unique appellations with a distinctive story. With a focus on the details, winemakers create limited-production artisan wines to bring drinkers first time access to micro-production bottles with the same ease of availability you … Continue reading Porter and Plot Wine Launch
The one year anniversary of Hollywood’s Aventine Trattoria was celebrated this past Wednesday, February 19. Sponsored by Caymus Wines and Azunia Tequila, Shahs of Sunset star GG Gharachedaghi, recording artists Macy Gray and Too Short attended this hotspot at 1607 N. Cahuenga Blvd. “Aventine brings the charm of old world Rome married with a modern San Francisco-inspired design aesthetic.” – LA Canvas “Grilled lamb chops with kumquat confit are … Continue reading Celebs Celebrate the One Year Anniversary of Aventine Trattoria in Hollywood
Another fun place to be at Sundance was The LG (Life’s Good) Music Lodge – to keep warm, to snack and drink, and to mingle. Seeing Ethan Hawke up close was an added bonus. Home to honoring both entertainers who are both actors and artists, the Music Lodge in previous years teamed up with Fender and Gibson, but this year’s musical partner was Roland Keyboards. The LG … Continue reading The LG Music Lodge at Sundance
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