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KASS Wine Bar and Restaurant brings France to La Brea

A chic, sophisticated new addition has popped up on La Brea – KASS Wine Bar + Restaurant – courtesy of Michelin starred and world-renowned Chef Christophe Émé, who is offering an approachable French dinner menu and unparalleled wine list. A 40-seat dining room with an open kitchen to watch the culinary team work their artistic magic sits adjacent to a classy intimate bar stripped of pretention. Enter into … Continue reading KASS Wine Bar and Restaurant brings France to La Brea

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Squeeze, a way better massage experience

From the founder of Drybar comes SQUEEZE in Studio City, a stress-free way to easily book, pay and tip for a massage on an app. Upon arrival (after parking in back), it feels like you have stepped into a happy blue cloud with cute slogans everywhere you turn. Thus, the name. You may feel as if you have been SQUEEZE’d. The best features include being … Continue reading Squeeze, a way better massage experience

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Up on the Roof, catch a Movie

Sunsets and movies. It’s what Los Angeles does best. But for years, movie watchers were condemned to darkened rooms lit only by the screen and a few obnoxious cell phones. It wasn’t always so. There was a time when people watched films from their cars, enjoying to some extent being out of doors on warm evenings. Drive-ins are all but gone now but a new … Continue reading Up on the Roof, catch a Movie

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Blazing around Laguna Beach

There’s an entirely new reason to visit Laguna Beach, the quaint seaside town in Orange County. Not the secret coves, numerous art galleries, or tantalizing surf, not even the Pageant of the Masters, where art comes to life in the summertime. Not the fact that everything just feels cleaner in Laguna Beach. Let’s face it. Laguna Beach viewed on The Hills is why most people … Continue reading Blazing around Laguna Beach

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Water, Water Everywhere, But Which One to Drink?

For years now, I’ve been offering my opinions about favorite libations, which has turned into a substantial catalog of cocktails, wines, and beers from various bartenders, vintners, and brewers, respectively. If the list is remarkable for anything it’s probably in the exclusion of other liquids. Sure, I’ve written about water tastings in the past, but more as an update in the latest restaurant trends as … Continue reading Water, Water Everywhere, But Which One to Drink?

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Iconic rock band BUSH led by Gavin Rossdale kicked off Grand Opening Weekend with performance at The Barbershop Cuts and Cocktails in Las Vegas

The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas Resort + Casino added a new edition to this swanky youthful hotel – The Barbershop! Officially known as The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, this new modern barbershop allows gentleman to kick back in a barber’s chair for a classic cut, beard trim, or straight razor shave, all under the helm of barber Jose Sosa and his nationally renowned grooming team. Guests can … Continue reading Iconic rock band BUSH led by Gavin Rossdale kicked off Grand Opening Weekend with performance at The Barbershop Cuts and Cocktails in Las Vegas

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An Eco-Friendly Day of Luxury at the EcoLuxe Pre-Oscar Lounge!

Stars know that brand diva Debbie Durkin is the woman to see to get ready for award shows, and the Oscars were no exception!  Her 12th annual EcoLuxe Pre-Oscar Lounge took place in the Stardust Penthouse of the Beverly Hilton Hotel on February 22, 2019, and celebs were showered with luxurious, sustainable accessories from head to toe – while supporting Lady Victoria Hervey’s Preserve Our Wild … Continue reading An Eco-Friendly Day of Luxury at the EcoLuxe Pre-Oscar Lounge!

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Chinese Actor Dreams Of Hollywood

Anson Chen has what it takes to make it as an actor in Hollywood:  good looks, a winning smile and deft, creative skills. Fluent in both Mandarin and English, the Chinese model turned actor is the full package – writing scripts to produce, direct and star in. Now more than ever, Chen feels is the time to make his impressive debut into Hollywood movies and … Continue reading Chinese Actor Dreams Of Hollywood

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Tocaya Organica brings 9 locations to LA

Tocaya Organica is a fast-casual modern organic Mexican spot that has popped up all over LA with a tenth location coming to the chic Palisades Village. Tocaya’s success is no surprise with Angelenos’ high expectations and demand for fresh local, sustainable and non-GMO food. Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options abound at affordable prices. Order a side of guacamole – doused in pomegranate seeds – with … Continue reading Tocaya Organica brings 9 locations to LA

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Frank’n’Burger?

When two of your favorite brands pair up to do something big, it can almost make you forget about government shutdowns and foreign interference in our elections. Imagine Apple teaming up with Armani, or Titleist partnering with Hennessy—on what, I don’t know—the point is, there’s probably some good synergy there. So, when news broke that Fatburger was joining forces with Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, my … Continue reading Frank’n’Burger?

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