House of CB Los Angeles opens on Melrose with glam fashion

London based fashion label House of CB celebrated their Melrose opening June 15, their first US Flagship store in Los Angeles with a party hosted by Khloe Kardashian. We arrived surrounded my super gorgeous girls all very Kardashian looking, wearing cutout strappy dresses in blush and cream. Some pranced around in silky tops and body con dresses with V’s straight to their belly button. We wish … Continue reading House of CB Los Angeles opens on Melrose with glam fashion

Melissa CurtinJune 21, 2016July 20, 2016Leave a comment

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Franco on Melrose, an Italian intimate affair

Just off La Brea and Melrose lies a restaurant called Franco on Melrose that may have not been on your radar, but head through their unassuming front kitchen (New York City reminiscent) to their delightful airy back patio restaurant with twinkly lights and charming intimate bar. The La Brea Melrose hustle soon melts away. On a Thursday evening the seats filled up and we couldn’t … Continue reading Franco on Melrose, an Italian intimate affair

Melissa CurtinJune 21, 2016July 7, 2016Leave a comment

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Foodie or Food Addict?

My friend leaned in over the noisy din at “China World Buffet”… “I love food! All kinds of food. All kinds of restaurants. I love eating out!” We hadn’t seen each other in a long time and agreed to meet at her favorite food buffet. As I sat with her, I found myself increasingly repulsed, not just by what she was eating, but how she … Continue reading Foodie or Food Addict?

Laura Fine, Lionheart DirectorJune 20, 2016June 21, 20161 Comment

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LA’s Best honors educational programs at Family Brunch

LA’s BEST brought together an inspiring gathering of educators, innovators, entrepreneurs and philanthropists, to recognize honorees committed to providing children in Los Angeles brighter futures. LA’s BEST stands for Better Educated Students for Tomorrow, a nationally recognized after school education, enrichment and recreation program serving more than 25,000 children with the greatest needs and fewest resources throughout the City of Los Angeles. LA’s BEST After School Enrichment Program provides a … Continue reading LA’s Best honors educational programs at Family Brunch

Melissa CurtinJune 1, 2016June 21, 2016Leave a comment

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Chef Fernando’s art-centric menu at Ray’s pairs well with LACMA

Executive Chef Fernando Darin dazzled us all night long with an endless slew of exceptional dishes at Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s 5 year old Ray’s and Stark Bar named in honor of film producer Ray Stark (“West Side Story,” “Lolita,” “Funny Girl,” “Annie,” and “Steel Magnolias.”) It was hard to pick our favorite bites from his new art-centric menu, but the Italian in me loved the … Continue reading Chef Fernando’s art-centric menu at Ray’s pairs well with LACMA

Melissa CurtinJune 1, 2016June 21, 2016Leave a comment

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Philosophy’s Hope and Grace luncheon reminds us to be #stigmafree

Did you know that 90% of those who die from suicide had an underlying mental illness? 1 in 5 Americans are affected by mental illness in a year. May is Mental Health month, and last week we attended Philosophy’s Hope and Grace luncheon reminding all of us to be #stigmafree. This campaign partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a national effort focused on shattering the … Continue reading Philosophy’s Hope and Grace luncheon reminds us to be #stigmafree

Melissa CurtinMay 27, 2016June 21, 2016Leave a comment

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ROKU Sunset’s Teppanyaki Grill brings flame and game to dining

We can’t think of a better spot for date, a birthday dinner (or even a children’s birthday) at ROKU Sunset’s Teppanyaki Grill. We already adore the sushi bar and small plates we’ve experienced at this expansive sexy venue in West Hollywood attached to glam kereoke Blind Dragon, but we didn’t realize the interactive Teppanyaki Room Experience comes with a personal chef to dazzle you with not … Continue reading ROKU Sunset’s Teppanyaki Grill brings flame and game to dining

Melissa CurtinMay 23, 2016June 1, 2016Leave a comment

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Sonoma Wine Garden: Wine Country on a Roof

If there’s something better than drinking wine on a rooftop garden overlooking the ocean as a cool salt breeze cavorts with a warm spring evening, it is probably illegal or at the very least, fattening. If you don’t enjoy good wine in a lush patio environment, not only is this article not for you, but really ask yourself whether Southern California is. Or life itself, … Continue reading Sonoma Wine Garden: Wine Country on a Roof

eatwritelaMay 22, 2016June 1, 2016Leave a comment

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Escape LA: Carlsbad

Adulting is hard work. There’s a reason we turn to sites like this to guide us to the next Happy Hour, resort spa and bottomless mimosa brunch. Many Californians are forced into a life of labor, toiling sometimes as much as five days a week. Some have traded slumber to produce children, a hedge against poverty and loneliness in old age. And there are so, … Continue reading Escape LA: Carlsbad

eatwritelaMay 16, 2016July 1, 2016Leave a comment

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Mix up your fitness routine

Living in Los Angeles is a fitness dream. If you want to take a break from the sunny skies and NOT hike in a canyon or do yoga on a beach, there is an endless sea of fun workouts to get you out of the house. We often write about our favorite Class Pass sweats and MORE, but we thought we’d extend the list with even … Continue reading Mix up your fitness routine

Melissa CurtinMay 12, 2016April 6, 2018Leave a comment