Playa Provisions – Beach Dining is Raising its Game

To people who aren’t from LA it’s a common misperception that the people who live here spend all day at the beach. I mean, who wouldn’t? It’s sunny without a cloud in the sky for 300 days a year. Temperatures that don’t usually dip below 65 or above 85 degrees are enjoyed, theoretically, all year long. But the reality is that most people (especially non westsiders) … Continue reading Playa Provisions – Beach Dining is Raising its Game

Pamper your Dad with the Best in Grooming by Arcona

Father’s Day is almost here, and what better way to pamper you dad, then to give him what he most likely wouldn’t buy for himself – the perfect grooming and pampering gifts from our favorite all natural skincare line right here in Santa Monica, California – ARCONA.  LaLaScoop Ladies have been obsessed with Arcona skincare products for years now since their products are cold pressed and … Continue reading Pamper your Dad with the Best in Grooming by Arcona

Find Your Next Family Member at Adopt & Shop

This beautiful new, clean, massive retail store called Adopt & Shop located in Culver City recently opened as a place where one can not only find the latest pet accessory and pet food, but a place were animals are brought from local shelters. Angelenos can come to LA’s largest nonprofit humane pet adoption store to take home a new addition to their household. Adopt & Shop … Continue reading Find Your Next Family Member at Adopt & Shop

West Hollywood’s Palihouse Rooftop Opens with Refreshing Cocktails

One of the best parts of living in LA is the endless rooftop bars with sensational sunset views. West Hollywood’s Palihouse has officially opened their quaint, swanky rooftop bar space. We were lucky enough to be invited a few weeks ago not only to witness the beautiful afternoon turn into twinkly stars, but to sample some of the most divine and refreshing drinks we have ever … Continue reading West Hollywood’s Palihouse Rooftop Opens with Refreshing Cocktails

Arianna Huffington Tells Us How to Thrive

Arianna Huffington sheds light on the importance of really living and what it means to THRIVE. Huffington’s new book, THRIVE: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder seems to be a necessary reminder in this day and age of how to be present and peaceful inside. In a packed church in Beverly Hills on the evening of May 7, my … Continue reading Arianna Huffington Tells Us How to Thrive

5 Ways to Spice Up Your Summer

Looking to add a little LA crazy to your summer lovin’? Here are some surefire ways to add some sass to you saunter and turn the heat up, even more! 1. Stick on some inspiration from My Tat, temporary badass tattoos for those like me that can’t imagine having anything permanent. Slogans like “Love is All You Need” and LOVE in sexy script are just … Continue reading 5 Ways to Spice Up Your Summer

Trois Mec – The Hottest Ticket In Town, Literally

Finally! Two months, four failed attempts, and a full on panic attack later I finally scored a table at Trois Mec, the hardest restaurant reservation in Los Angeles. Opened in early 2013 by celebrity chefs (and Food Network regulars) Ludo Lefebvre and the duo from Animal and Son of a Gun, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, this place has been booked solid since day one. … Continue reading Trois Mec – The Hottest Ticket In Town, Literally

Hotel Erwin Gets a Makeover Just in time for Summer

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

Tom Freund – Truly Mellow, Truly California

I’m not sure how I discovered Tom Freund. Maybe it was Spotify or maybe it was a CD mix an old boyfriend made me, but once I heard him, I wanted more. He was singing about my home for the last six years – California, about the copper moon, the Santa Monica pier, Venice, and surfer boys. I searched for his tunes online and became … Continue reading Tom Freund – Truly Mellow, Truly California