The stench has finally subsided from the residual carnage due to last month’s sudden loss of sea life in Marina del Rey. It took a solid couple of weeks before I could bear my nose to the wind while walking beside the docks. But, the water remained impenetrable to the eye long after. Anchovies, sharks, even sea lions lay dormant, dead, thick on the sea … Continue reading Anchovy Carnage in the Marina
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
Snap, twist, glide your way to a new look everyday with wrist adornments by iKen. Your clock will be anything but boring. Stack multiple colors, keep it solid and simple, even add a topping of bling. And, you’ll be ready this summer to come out with a pow. Reminiscent of Swatch watches of the 80’s, iKen (pronounced \’eee-ken\ and meaning ‘opinion’ in Japanese) definitely has … Continue reading Fun Versatile Watches by iKen Hit the Street
Less than a ten minute drive from my home, Republique LA is absolutely my favorite new spot. Sadly, I discovered this restaurant about a year after it opened. Once the old Campanile I have been told, this La Brea dining spot close to Wilshire is the best food gem in LA in years. Not only because I like the fun communal tables, or the fact … Continue reading Republique LA, Our Favorite New Restaurant
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 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
Raw, organic, tasty Superfood packed StarBars are lovely bursts of joy for the taste buds and the body, both inside and out. When founder, Ericka Freer, launched StarBars in 2010, she set out to break the health food stereotype of being tasteless. And indeed, she has broken the stereotype and trend with quite a pop. Peeling back the cover of Skinny, made lovingly of apple, … Continue reading StarBars… Pure, Organic Loveliness
The Dancing With The Stars Season 18 official wrap party was held at Riviera 31 of the Sofitel Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on Tuesday, May 20. The beautiful space had partygoers strolling the red carpet, and dancing their way into the indoor outdoor space. Guests had cocktails under the stars, and sampled divine bites from some of the best restaurants and chefs in the nation. The stylish … Continue reading Dancing With The Stars Season 18 Wrap Party
So it was fun while it lasted. The general belief in LA is that it has been really raising its game in the dining world. In the past few years some of the best restaurants in the country have been popping up – especially in the downtown area. The old stereotypes that LA was more about the scene than about the food were simply proven … Continue reading Madera Kitchen Opens in Hollywood
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
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