Favorite Mexican Restaurants in LA

I often call LA ‘MexiCali’ and there is good reason for this nickname. There are literally thousands of great Mexican food restaurants from authentic style, to modern flair with seasonal ingredients, to taquerias (Spanish word for taco shop). Even the divey roadside stands selling burritos are scrumptious. Basically you can’t go wrong with Mexican food anywhere in LA. Did you know that according to the … Continue reading Favorite Mexican Restaurants in LA

Essie Nail Polish Makes a Splash in West Hollywood

LaLaScoop Ladies had a fabulous Saturday at the Soho House West Hollywood thanks to Essie Nail Polish hosting special manicures, a scrumptious healthy lunch, bubbly, and a peak at Essie’s new fall nail polish collection. Not only did my manicurist dazzle my nails with gold tips and some fun gold stripes to enhance my deep red talons, but my manicurist soothed me with a massage, then a secret palm … Continue reading Essie Nail Polish Makes a Splash in West Hollywood

EcoLuxe Lounge Celebrates Emmys while raising Awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters LA

The highlight of my time at the EcoLuxe Lounge at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills was seeing legendary actor Elliott Gould, known for his roles in M.A.S.H, Ray Donovan, Ocean’s Eleven, Twelve, and Thirteen, Friends, and more. Also, we loved spending time with the host’s new pup, who acted as a personal smile maker and perfect accessory for picture taking in the snazzy white couch … Continue reading EcoLuxe Lounge Celebrates Emmys while raising Awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters LA

Tanna Frederick Stars Brilliantly in The M Word

The M Word is a cheeky independent film written and directed by Henry Jaglom, starring Tanna Frederick opposite Michael Imperioli and Cory Feldman. The layered storyline exposes the very real physiological “change” that all women go through at some point towards the later part of our lives. Yep! It’s called menopause, people. Set in a struggling TV station, the ambitious actress named Moxie (played by Tanna) seeks out the opportunity to … Continue reading Tanna Frederick Stars Brilliantly in The M Word

Joico Stylists Share Techniques for getting Actresses Red Carpet Emmy Ready

Joico’s Celebrity Hair Stylist Jonathan Colombini shares with us how he coiffed the locks of actress Laura Prepon for the Emmys. Prepon, one of the stars of the hit series nominated for an Emmy, Orange Is the New Black and former cast member of That ’70s Show looks glam. See how you too can replicate the style. Colombini rocked a modern version of the classic French twist, inspired … Continue reading Joico Stylists Share Techniques for getting Actresses Red Carpet Emmy Ready

Feel Luxurious in your Bathroom – Use All Natural Skincare Products by Casto+Downs

Sometimes it’s the little things that can get you through a day or a morning. When I lived in England ten years ago, I lived in a small flat with a dingy bathroom that often had cold water and not a lot of shower pressure. The special soaps with luxurious fresh scents I bought there literally helped me through the cold morning showers. It seems … Continue reading Feel Luxurious in your Bathroom – Use All Natural Skincare Products by Casto+Downs

Caliche Rum – Aged Well, Not Well Behaved

Get your long Labor Day weekend started by sipping Caliche Rum! Try these tasty recipes. Cali Coco 2 oz Caliche Rum 1 oz Don Q Coco Rum 1 oz Coconut Water (Vita Coco and Zico work best) ¼ oz Agave Nectar Garnish: Dry Coconut Flakes Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into an ice filled rocks glass. … Continue reading Caliche Rum – Aged Well, Not Well Behaved

DATE NIGHT – Home Edition ~ Where do you find The NICE GUY in LA?

The NICE GUY can now be found at home – where all of us should be during these current coronavirus times. Thus, make dining-in special with their new Date Night combos. From the West Hollywood hotspot, The Nice Guy is still making popular pasta and pizza dishes along with the new Date Night – Home Edition found on Postmates or Curbside Pickup. Beginning at 11 … Continue reading DATE NIGHT – Home Edition ~ Where do you find The NICE GUY in LA?

LaLa Ladies’ BeautyCon LA 2014 TopFavs

BeautCon LA 2014 packed the LA MART on August 16th with the youngest and hottest “Generation Connected” YouTubers, bloggers, editors, professional beauty influencers, and celebs in LA right now, along with tons of fans thirsty for the latest “best of the best” LA fashion and beauty trends. For three years in a row, this bi-coastal (NYC/LA) event has fueled the incredible upward trajectory of digital space … Continue reading LaLa Ladies’ BeautyCon LA 2014 TopFavs

Indulge in Fig & Olive’s Tasty Celebratory Homage to Olive Oil and Zucchini this August

Yum! Yum! Yum! Yum! Yum! Yum! YUM!!! There’s still time to indulge in Fig & Olive’s amazing Zucchini Carpaccio this month! It tastes fabulous and feels fabulous to eat too ~ for so many reasons! Celebrate the combo of an August homage to Olive Oil and Zucchini! First of all if you are going to celebrate National Olive Oil Month, Fig & Olive is THE place to … Continue reading Indulge in Fig & Olive’s Tasty Celebratory Homage to Olive Oil and Zucchini this August