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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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In memory – 5 things I learned about life from my Aunt Ann

Anna Curtin, my Aunt Ann (and my dad’s only sister), was my pinnacle of female independence and strength at an early age. As a kid we would visit my fun, loud, and sparkly Aunt Ann who had numerous boyfriends and husbands that fell by the wayside, and when in her mid-30’s, she adopted a baby on her own. This was sometime around 1980, where divorce … Continue reading In memory – 5 things I learned about life from my Aunt Ann

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9 Songs That Perfectly Represent LA

If iconic locations can inspire artistic majesty, then the City of Angels is pure magic. Few cities have inspired more songs about their wonders. From old school rockers to modern rappers, song mavens in all genres pay tribute to Los Angeles. These nine songs celebrate everything that makes LA unique. If it’s cold and snowy where you’re located, put in your earbuds, turn up the … Continue reading 9 Songs That Perfectly Represent LA

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Three amazing places for quick chicken in LA

UPDATED: COCO QUEEN in West Hollywood, FUKU in Santa Monica and STRFSH in Santa Monica can all be delivered on Grubhub. 20% off on all take-out and delivery orders at CoCo with the code: Quarantined Queen. For STRFSH and more options at SOCIAL EATS – there is a drive-thru pickup in the 3rd Court Alley and free local delivery. Simply call 424.317.5429 upon arrival and … Continue reading Three amazing places for quick chicken in LA

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Mix up your Tulum vacation, but does paradise come with a price?

A girl in a cheetah print dress, heels, and matching hat cruises elegantly on a bike down the small paved street backed up to a jungle. Tulum, Mexico is steamy in late May and it’s hard to not move without dripping in sweat. I wonder how she keeps her makeup on as she looks like she just stepped out of Vogue. An older Mexican man … Continue reading Mix up your Tulum vacation, but does paradise come with a price?

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Savor the San Francisco Bay 3 ways

Less than an hour flight (or 6-hour drive) from Los Angeles, you can change your scenery and flee LA for an extended getaway with a completely different feel – the San Francisco Bay. Down and around the Bay, mix up your geographic and cultural flavor by staying in 3 distinct locations for an unforgettable trip – Berkeley, Chinatown, and the Presidio. Get to know each … Continue reading Savor the San Francisco Bay 3 ways

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A Teeling Tasting at The Tasting Kitchen

It was the Irish who put the “e” in whiskey. And you can really taste the difference. Irish whiskey is distinct from other whiskies around the world, offering a flavorful profile all its own. But while the rest of the industry has relocated to nearby Cork, Teeling is proudly distilling in Ireland’s traditional home of whiskey-making. Earlier this year, the company opened the first new … Continue reading A Teeling Tasting at The Tasting Kitchen

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