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Top-Tens, Top-Fives, TopFAVs of the LaLa Ladies will have you sampling only the best of the best of what you might crave, want or need to experience in this vast city of dreams and aspirations.

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Ring in 2020 in LA style – where to get your evening started

Some of us prefer to stay home on New Year’s Eve but some of us prefer to go big, especially when ringing in once-in-a-lifetime 2020! Forget cooking at home this New Year’s Eve and worrying about what to purchase to entertain guests and family. Make your holiday easy and memorable by booking a festive night at one of the many fabulous Los Angeles restaurants offering … Continue reading Ring in 2020 in LA style – where to get your evening started

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American Ballet Theatre’s Annual Holiday Gala Returns to The Beverly Hilton

What better way to get into the holiday spirit than to witness the American Ballet Theatre performing excerpts from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake? Just entering The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills makes you feel like the holidays exist in Los Angeles. Skinny white Christmas trees dangle with faux icicles. A dancer dressed as a toy soldier flits around to take photos with guests. Bulbous … Continue reading American Ballet Theatre’s Annual Holiday Gala Returns to The Beverly Hilton

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14 Ways to Get into the Holiday Spirit in LA

Los Angeles offers the perfect winter getaway for people from colder climates who seek a bit of sun. Residents and tourists alike can get in the spirit of the season in a multitude of ways. The perfect climate invites outdoor exploration, which is ideal for viewing festive lights. The vibrant city comes alive with festivals and shows that make the region unique. This year, if … Continue reading 14 Ways to Get into the Holiday Spirit in LA

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Los Angeles Holiday Gift Guide Inspiration 2019

Always inspired and fascinated by living in LA, we have whipped up a list of some of our favorite discoveries this year in LALA Land. Here’s the LaLaScoop! We discovered most of these products in LA – so stuff your beloveds’ stockings this year with something your favorite human will love. Imperia Caviar Imported to LA from Russia with love, why not give your friend who … Continue reading Los Angeles Holiday Gift Guide Inspiration 2019

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In memory – 5 things I learned about life from my Aunt Ann

Anna Curtin, my Aunt Ann (and my dad’s only sister), was my pinnacle of female independence and strength at an early age. As a kid we would visit my fun, loud, and sparkly Aunt Ann who had numerous boyfriends and husbands that fell by the wayside, and when in her mid-30’s, she adopted a baby on her own. This was sometime around 1980, where divorce … Continue reading In memory – 5 things I learned about life from my Aunt Ann

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9 Songs That Perfectly Represent LA

If iconic locations can inspire artistic majesty, then the City of Angels is pure magic. Few cities have inspired more songs about their wonders. From old school rockers to modern rappers, song mavens in all genres pay tribute to Los Angeles. These nine songs celebrate everything that makes LA unique. If it’s cold and snowy where you’re located, put in your earbuds, turn up the … Continue reading 9 Songs That Perfectly Represent LA

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Savor the San Francisco Bay 3 ways

Less than an hour flight (or 6-hour drive) from Los Angeles, you can change your scenery and flee LA for an extended getaway with a completely different feel – the San Francisco Bay. Down and around the Bay, mix up your geographic and cultural flavor by staying in 3 distinct locations for an unforgettable trip – Berkeley, Chinatown, and the Presidio. Get to know each … Continue reading Savor the San Francisco Bay 3 ways

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What to do for Fun in LA when it rains

The old song fibbed — sometimes, it does rain in southern California. When you can’t head to the beach to tan, what do you do for fun? Only whatever you want! The City of Angels offers a plethora of fun things to do. Whether you want to get scientific or explore your creative side, you’ll find plenty to do and see regardless of the weather. … Continue reading What to do for Fun in LA when it rains

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Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos opens with a SMASH

The Grand Opening of the new Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos kicked off its arrival with a SMASH – on the southern tip of Mexico’s 1,000-mile-long Baja Peninsula. Hard Rock’s classic Guitar Smash included over 50 participants on the beach swinging and smashing strings – with all proceeds benefitting a local charity. Leading the cause for this Hard Rock brand staple was celebrity host, Mario … Continue reading Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos opens with a SMASH

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Your Guide to Planning the Perfect Picnic in LA

Picnics are tons of fun for spring, summer or fall. Luckily for Californians, the state offers year-round sunny skies — winter or summer, you’re bound to experience some pleasant weather. Whichever time you choose is sure to bring excitement — but before you go, check out a few tips for planning an enjoyable picnic! Pack Smart Choose food that doesn’t require hassle or leave behind … Continue reading Your Guide to Planning the Perfect Picnic in LA

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