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Lucha VaVOOM returns for Valentine’s Day

What better way to kick off a hilariously fun Valentine’s Day than with some hot Lucha action, like masked Mexican wrestling, burlesque, and comedy. Los Angeles’ longest running, most celebrated action-packed variety show is back in downtown LA! Read the LaLaScoop on our last time at Lucha VaVOOOOOOOM! “Ooh La La Lucha!!!”, stars special guest commentator Ron Funches (Curb Your Enthusiasm, Black*ish, New Girl, and … Continue reading Lucha VaVOOM returns for Valentine’s Day

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Favorite Costco Products for our Dogs

My goal in life is to become a stay-at-home dog mom. While I shop at Costco regularly for my husband and myself, Costco soon became my go-to store for most of our dogs’ daily needs. Here are some of our favorite dog products, and Brezel and Schnitzel’s favorites as well! FAVORITE DOG PRODUCTS: Roomba We had no idea when we rescued Brezel, our German Shepherd, … Continue reading Favorite Costco Products for our Dogs

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Delightful Waffles at Dolly Llama

Are you looking for a unique dessert in Los Angeles? Head to Downtown to try Dolly Llama’s unique waffles. Dolly Llama is best known for their take on the bubble waffle. While the traditional Hong Kong style bubble waffle features light, air-filled bubbles, Dolly Llama puts a Belgian spin on theirs. Their pastry chef spent a year in Paris perfecting the Dolly Llama waffle batter. … Continue reading Delightful Waffles at Dolly Llama

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Ruff Times with your dog? Send ’em to Rehab!

In the first year after rescuing our dog, Brezel, my husband and I were dedicated to training her. Ideally, we wanted an obedient dog that would listen and adhere to basic commands around the house.  When we rescued her, she was calm, timid, and did not show any signs of aggression. We immediately began taking her to group classes, which focused on controlling your dog … Continue reading Ruff Times with your dog? Send ’em to Rehab!

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New Entrant to the Sharing Economy Brings the Kitchen to the People

For the past few years, there seems to have emerged a sharing economy alternative for every consumer need imaginable. Need a ride, or willing to take someone around in yours? Try ride-sharing. Want to save a few bucks on vacation by staying in someone’s living room? Just open your internet browser. Too busy and / or lazy to pick up groceries? There’s even an app … Continue reading New Entrant to the Sharing Economy Brings the Kitchen to the People

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Highland Park

HIGHLAND PARK NELA’s (North East of Los Angeles) emerging neighborhoods continue to explode as young singles and families who can now no longer afford more established areas, such as Silverlake, move in. Highland Park, which has been on the scene for a while, persists to be the front and center of what urban-cool gentrification can aspire to. Highland Park sits just west of South Pasadena, … Continue reading Highland Park

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Freshen Fido’s Breath at Green Dog Dental

When we rescued our second German Shepherd, Schnitzel, we were in love with all of him! That is, everything but his stinky breath! After urging from some of our friends, I decided to take him into to get a dental cleaning. After some research, I decided to take him to Green Dog Dental. They have two locations, one in Beverly Hills, and one in Sherman … Continue reading Freshen Fido’s Breath at Green Dog Dental

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Volunteer or Rescue from Westside German Shepherd Rescue!

Are you considering getting a dog, but don’t know where to start? With so many options out there, it’s hard to figure out if you should go to a breeder, the pound, or a rescue. According to the ASPCA website, over 6.5 million companion animals go into shelters annually, and over 1.5 million are euthanized each year. In L.A., there are many wonderful dog rescue … Continue reading Volunteer or Rescue from Westside German Shepherd Rescue!

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Delighted Taste Buds Dance at ChefDance Preview Event

The founder of ChefDance, Mimi Kim, began the event 15 years ago after attending the Sundance Film Festival and realizing that all events only featured passed appetizers. She wanted to provide an opportunity for attendees to enjoy wonderful food along with the film festival. Her first event featured Chef Tyler Florence, and she hosted 50 guests in her own Park City home. Mimi realized there … Continue reading Delighted Taste Buds Dance at ChefDance Preview Event

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Beautiful Winter Beach Escapes in Mexico

This article was first posted in Resident Magazine online, January 2018. Sometimes you want to go on vacation where pampering and relaxing are your only worries. Here are some of our favorite indulgent getaways in Mexico where you won’t want to leave the resort, and you’ll wish you could stay long after your checkout time. Grand Velas in Cabo San Lucas Never did we think … Continue reading Beautiful Winter Beach Escapes in Mexico

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