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Alice Restaurant in the 1 Hotel West Hollywood: In photos

Dive out of messy chaotic Sunset Strip into Alice, a quieter respite perfect for a date night, privacy, and real conversation that doesn’t require shouting to be heard. Come for brunch, Happy Hour, or stay for dinner, like we did. Alice is her name, but h.wood Group features her game – that is fresh California cuisine. The kitchen uses locally sourced ingredients and serves them … Continue reading Alice Restaurant in the 1 Hotel West Hollywood: In photos

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Travel like a baller at The Private Suite at LAX

Modern luxury is privacy, convenience, and ease. All abound at The Private Suite at LAX.  Here’s why this suite is the ultimate airport experience: Why The Private Suite at LAX is the Ultimate Airport Experience Inbound Imagine your plane landing and instead of dealing with security lines and airport hassle, you are whisked right off the tarmac by a private BMW 7 series sedan. The … Continue reading Travel like a baller at The Private Suite at LAX

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Kappo Osen in Santa Monica: In photos

UPDATED: Delivery and take-out are still offered at Kappo Osen in Santa Monica. Los Angeles is home to some of the best sushi in the world – from high end omakase (where the menu is entrusted to the chef) to experimental sushi bars, traditional izakayas and sushi wine bars. It’s where the California roll and crispy rice slathered with spicy tuna were born, where Nobu … Continue reading Kappo Osen in Santa Monica: In photos

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The Christmas Market in Cambria

It’s not L.A. — not the climate, not the urban sprawl, not the wealth disparity, not even the jerks — that makes celebrating Christmas here such a challenge. OK, maybe those factor in. But primarily, I find it’s difficult for many of us to get into the spirit of the season simply because we live here. The city is, for us, business as usual. And … Continue reading The Christmas Market in Cambria

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Two luxury stays in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to heat up the romance in 2020

Mexico makes an easy jaunt from Los Angeles with most flights just a few hours. Puerto Vallarta, situated on Mexico’s Pacific coast on the Bay of Banderas, is a Mexican town located on the second-largest bay in North America. This setting attracted tourists in the 1960s when the area became the love nest of Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor in the film The Night of the Iguana. … Continue reading Two luxury stays in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico to heat up the romance in 2020

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Ring in 2020 in LA style – where to get your evening started

Some of us prefer to stay home on New Year’s Eve but some of us prefer to go big, especially when ringing in once-in-a-lifetime 2020! Forget cooking at home this New Year’s Eve and worrying about what to purchase to entertain guests and family. Make your holiday easy and memorable by booking a festive night at one of the many fabulous Los Angeles restaurants offering … Continue reading Ring in 2020 in LA style – where to get your evening started

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American Ballet Theatre’s Annual Holiday Gala Returns to The Beverly Hilton

What better way to get into the holiday spirit than to witness the American Ballet Theatre performing excerpts from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake? Just entering The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills makes you feel like the holidays exist in Los Angeles. Skinny white Christmas trees dangle with faux icicles. A dancer dressed as a toy soldier flits around to take photos with guests. Bulbous … Continue reading American Ballet Theatre’s Annual Holiday Gala Returns to The Beverly Hilton

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14 Ways to Get into the Holiday Spirit in LA

Los Angeles offers the perfect winter getaway for people from colder climates who seek a bit of sun. Residents and tourists alike can get in the spirit of the season in a multitude of ways. The perfect climate invites outdoor exploration, which is ideal for viewing festive lights. The vibrant city comes alive with festivals and shows that make the region unique. This year, if … Continue reading 14 Ways to Get into the Holiday Spirit in LA

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The Tubes’ Fee Waybill On Playing The Whisky On Dec. 20 & Why He Loves L.A.

As led by singer Fee Waybill since 1972, The Tubes have scored plenty of hit songs, including “She’s A Beauty,” “Talk To Ya Later,” “White Punks On Dope” and “Don’t Wanna Wait Anymore.” Waybill has also done well working with the Foo Fighters, Steve Lukather, Kenny Loggins, Vixen and Richard Marx, beyond appearing in Xanadu and Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure. One of the first theatrical rock bands, The Tubes have … Continue reading The Tubes’ Fee Waybill On Playing The Whisky On Dec. 20 & Why He Loves L.A.

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Los Angeles Holiday Gift Guide Inspiration 2019

Always inspired and fascinated by living in LA, we have whipped up a list of some of our favorite discoveries this year in LALA Land. Here’s the LaLaScoop! We discovered most of these products in LA – so stuff your beloveds’ stockings this year with something your favorite human will love. Imperia Caviar Imported to LA from Russia with love, why not give your friend who … Continue reading Los Angeles Holiday Gift Guide Inspiration 2019

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