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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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A Monday Night “Time Out” at the Los Angeles Bar Awards

In every major city across the world, there is a renewed interest in well-made cocktails crafted with care and quality ingredients- Los Angeles is certainly no exception. And Time Out, the global media and entertainment brand that aims to inspire people to make the most of their city, sought to recognize this resurgence and honor L.A.’s best mixologists, cocktails, and watering holes through its 2018 … Continue reading A Monday Night “Time Out” at the Los Angeles Bar Awards

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Osen Izakaya, the freshest find in Silver Lake

Move over Nobu prices, come to Silver Lake for premium sushi, and innovative Japanese dishes thanks to Chef Damon Cho, formerly from Matsuhisa, Masa (NYC), and TAO Hollywood. If I only lived closer, I would frequent this traditional style restaurant weekly. Lunch specials are offered regularly with melt-in-your-mouth super fresh fish like Red Snapper with shiso dressing, Citron Salmon with a ceciche dressing, and delicate … Continue reading Osen Izakaya, the freshest find in Silver Lake

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Shiseido puts their newest sun protection to the test at the Malibu Beach House

When I moved my family of alabaster blondes to Los Angeles in January of this year, the first thing I did was set up a sunscreen station in each bathroom so that we would make UV protection part of our daily routine. I carry a bottle in my purse. I have one in the center console of my car. And my daughters know to reapply … Continue reading Shiseido puts their newest sun protection to the test at the Malibu Beach House

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Wolfin’ Down at Wolvesmouth

Last week, my friend, Jason, sent me an email asking if I was interested in attending a Wolvesmouth dinner. Jason raved about both the Wolvesmouth and its seafood-focused counterpart, Sharksteeth dinners that he attended before. Immediately, I was intrigued by this ultra-exclusive dining opportunity.   The concept of Wolvesmouth is the most unique I have experienced. Considered the hardest reservation in Los Angeles, scoring an … Continue reading Wolfin’ Down at Wolvesmouth

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Spring into summer with LaLaScoop’s favorite beauty products

We’ve come across countless beauty products in the last six months from branded parties, gifting suites, friends’ recommendations, and products sent for editorial review. Here’s the LaLaScoop on our favorite newly discovered skincare, haircare, and makeup products to look youthful and fresh, from spring to summer! FACIAL MASKS Fresh Beauty Rose Face Mask Infused with rose petals, the yummy mask goes on clear and within ten … Continue reading Spring into summer with LaLaScoop’s favorite beauty products

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Racial Bias, Diversity, and Crazy Rich Asians

On Monday, Los Angeles hosted the first screening of Crazy Rich Asians. As an American-born daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, I was intrigued by the first major Hollywood film featuring a completely Asian cast. In an era where Asians easily fall into the problematic model minority myth, the Asian-American struggle is often overlooked. Hollywood currently shows the reality of bias and racism against Asians in our … Continue reading Racial Bias, Diversity, and Crazy Rich Asians

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Coachella’s Hot Party Scene 2018

This article was first published in Resident Magazine online, April 2018. Read the full article. Coachella Music Festival is not just about the music anymore. The fashion and events hosted by countless brands have taken center stage before and after the main event. Although the parties not associated with the festival occur at nearby hotels, estates, and equestrian parks, the outpouring of sponsored parties increases … Continue reading Coachella’s Hot Party Scene 2018

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Enjoy A Flick Below (And Above) The Stars with the Rooftop Cinema Club

We hopped out of our Lyft in the heart of Hollywood, and walked into an empty theater. An attendant directed us up five flights of stairs attached to the side of the building. At the top- a moment of hesitation, and then we were drawn in by the soft thump of bass through the metal chain fence, where we found the most unlikely of movie … Continue reading Enjoy A Flick Below (And Above) The Stars with the Rooftop Cinema Club

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Food for Thought – A tour through Koreatown

If America was ever a melting pot, Los Angeles didn’t get the memo. We’re not fondue. To keep it in culinary terms, L.A. is more of a TV dinner, with separate and distinct sections that, together, create a meal. A look at the city’s demographics reveal what Angelenos intuitively know: for the most part, our neighborhoods are rather homogenous. But in that homogeneity, certain traditions … Continue reading Food for Thought – A tour through Koreatown

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Find your Catalina Island Adventure

Where else can you view dolphins and whales from the Catalina Express ferry, zip over a rugged canyon at 30 mph, explore the pristine and untouched wilderness in an open-air biofuel Hummer, and learn about the brilliant solar system at night on top of a vista, all in one day? Catalina Island! In 1958 the pop band The Four Preps sang, “just 26 miles across … Continue reading Find your Catalina Island Adventure

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