Gyoza Gut in Little Tokyo

On Saturday, August 17, 2019, the 13th Annual Day-Lee Foods World Gyoza Eating Championship—the West Coast’s premiere eating competition—will host Major League Eating’s top competitive eaters including Joey “Jaws” Chestnut. They will devour as many Day-Lee Pride gyoza (Japanese potstickers) as possible in ten minutes. Chestnut holds the current world record in the discipline, which he set in 2014 when he ate 384 gyoza in … Continue reading Gyoza Gut in Little Tokyo

12 Things to Do in LA for Art Lovers

If you’re a budding Picasso or simply appreciate the arts, the city of Angels ranks as a veritable paradise. From museums to cultural centers to theaters, you could spend several lifetimes exploring all the city of L.A. has to offer. What if you only have a few days of holiday time to explore the city? You still can absorb much of the location’s iconic art … Continue reading 12 Things to Do in LA for Art Lovers

10 Must-Try Brands For 2019’s National CBD Day

In 2018, August 8th was declared National CBD Day. Well, this week marks the first anniversary of that inaugural National CBD Day. In turn, below are 10 must-try CBD-related brands making some of the best CBD products available on the market. 1) Koi CBD Koi CBD was established in 2015 with the mission to create a standard of quality for CBD products. Koi uses 99 … Continue reading 10 Must-Try Brands For 2019’s National CBD Day

20 Beauty and Wellness Products You Should Try NOW

From Coachella gift bags to beauty and spa events, we have tried hundreds of new products in 2019. Here are our favorite new beauty and wellness finds. Charcoal is an ingredient we see popping up in many new products while trusty coconut oil and tingly peppermint oil are transitioning to products you might not expect. There seems to be more of an emphasis on using … Continue reading 20 Beauty and Wellness Products You Should Try NOW

Enhance your San Francisco Hotel Stay

Hotels are beefing up their services to appeal to more travelers. Unusual and unique amenities as well as environmentally beneficial accoutrements attract travelers who want a little extra. It’s not hard to find San Francisco hotels that are pet friendly, high-tech, and green. While basic rooms can be found in San Francisco on a budget, a plethora of hotels are offering special services or perks … Continue reading Enhance your San Francisco Hotel Stay

Flavors of Asia Food Fest to Benefit Stu and The Kids

The only thing better than a great bite is a great cause. Flavors of Asia Food Fest flawlessly managed to combine both, featuring a star-studded chef line up and a stellar non-profit Stu and The Kids. Stuandthekids.org was founded by chef and food consultant Stuart Skversky. After living and volunteering in Thailand, Stu’s life was changed by the connections he made at the orphanages during his stay. Upon … Continue reading Flavors of Asia Food Fest to Benefit Stu and The Kids

sixth + mill in DTLA dishes up southern Italian

To add to Downtown LA’s booming culinary scene,  Southern Italian inspired dishes are being served up at unpretentious sixth+mill pizzeria and bar – including Neapolitan-style pizzas, pastas, and seasonal plates. Next door, you can find their sister restaurant, The Factory Kitchen serving up southern Italian dishes at a bit of a higher price point. Tomato-based concepts and dishes inspired by the Southern region of Italy … Continue reading sixth + mill in DTLA dishes up southern Italian

Kassi Club: LA’s sexy new Mediterranean restaurant

Our absolute favorite neighborhood haunt for cocktails, dates, and brunches (Goldie’s on West Third) has been reinvented to feel like you have been whisked away to chill sexy Tulum, Mexico with stucco walls, oak flooring, hanging basket lamps, macrame wall hangings, a natural rustic stone bar, a glowing candlelit ambiance, and even wood plates. But you are not eating Mexican food or even Goldie’s fresh … Continue reading Kassi Club: LA’s sexy new Mediterranean restaurant

Museum of Weed begins its journey in LA

On the eve of my 12 year anniversary with Los Angeles, I found myself in an unimaginable place, a place I wouldn’t expect to exist when I first arrived at the Museum of Weed. But that is why I adore living in the City of Angels. My mind is constantly stretched, excited, delighted, and inspired by the people, the ideas, the forward thinking. When I … Continue reading Museum of Weed begins its journey in LA

A Lavish Brunch at the Grove

The Grove, TripAdvisor’s number-one ranked shopping destination in Los Angeles, played host last week to the inaugural “Lavish Brunch,” a gorgeously set 150-foot dining table atop the trolley tracks.  Chef Dominique Ansel of acclaimed restaurant 189 showcased a menu of brunch fare for the 150 guests who braved the heat and dined in the shade of umbrellas and refreshed with Lillet-based cocktails. His offerings included … Continue reading A Lavish Brunch at the Grove