Make your mark with the Cleopatra Cat Eye Stamp by Lyda Beauty

A team of fashionistas, bloggers, hosts, influencers, reality stars, models, and more shared an intimate lunch at IVORY on Sunset at the Mondrian Hotel Los Angeles in Hollywood on Friday, December 15. The celebration showcased the launch of the new CLEOPATRA Cat Eye Stamp by new cosmetic brand Lyda Beauty, the new makeup stamp that allows you to make a perfect cat eye on the … Continue reading Make your mark with the Cleopatra Cat Eye Stamp by Lyda Beauty

Tequila Avión and the Holidays

Eggnog is for Amateurs. Those of us who truly know how to celebrate or drown out the holiday spirit turn to the beverage that matters… Tequila, really Good Tequila. That being said, is there a better way to spend a Thursday night during the holidays than sampling some amazing crafted holiday Tequila based cocktails, at three of West Hollywood’s finest establishments?… nope. Thanks to the … Continue reading Tequila Avión and the Holidays

American Ballet Theater hosts annual holiday benefit

Another beautiful evening at the Beverly Hilton occurred December 11 with the American Ballet Theatre (ABT) reminding us that the holidays are actually near in 80 degree Los Angeles. The magic of the ballet transported me back to childhood holidays in the east coast. Each act of grace and nimbleness and poise captured our attention over dinner. From Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, I Feel the … Continue reading American Ballet Theater hosts annual holiday benefit

The future of the culinary industry summit this Sunday, December 17

The 2nd annual Sino-U.S. Cultural Industry Summit presented by Global Talents Media Group will occur this Sunday, December 17 from 9 am – 4 pm at the Beverly Hilton with a focus on the future of the culinary industry. Three panels will discuss “Culinary Industry Trends for 2018,” “Cooking in LA’s Melting Pot,” and “The Culture of Sharing.” The first panel, moderated by culinary travel … Continue reading The future of the culinary industry summit this Sunday, December 17

Smorgasburg LA in photos

Smorgasburg, the open air market that started in Brooklyn is now in downtown LA every Sunday from 10:00 – 4:00 on the five-acre site of the weekday Alameda Produce Market in Downtown Los Angeles, which is part of a larger, new development called ROW DTLA. Often food vendors from out of town may pop up for one day. Although it has been open for a year, … Continue reading Smorgasburg LA in photos

SHUK, an Israeli street food pop-up dinner in photos

SHUK, a playful take of Israeli, Turkish or eastern Mediterranean cuisine has poppped up in Santa Monica on Main Street next to Jinya Ramen thanks to Chef Gregg Drusinsky and Chef Sandy Ho. Chef Gregg Drusinsky’s mom passed away while she was living in Israel which sent him back to the country from his fine dining cooking in NYC. Inspired by the open air markets … Continue reading SHUK, an Israeli street food pop-up dinner in photos

Slurpin’ Tsukemen at The Tsujita

What do Black Friday and ramen have in common? The Tsujita at the Americana at Brand is providing Black Friday celebrations for your stomach! In the month of November, they are running multiple promotions, including happy hour pricing (50% off bowls and apps, and $1 Asahi drafts) between 3PM-7PM, BOGO ramen bowls between 9-11PM, lunch specials, and kids eating free on the weekends. The Tsujita’s … Continue reading Slurpin’ Tsukemen at The Tsujita

“BROKEN MEMORIES” Premieres in Beverly Hills to Support Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, so it was a fitting time for Digital Jungle Pictures to present the premiere of their new film, “BROKEN MEMORIES,” written by Frankie Lauderdale and directed by Michael Worth. All proceeds of the star-studded evening supported Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles (ALZGLA), the exclusive full-service dementia-focused nonprofit that serves the Los Angeles area. Supported by Ivan Sergei and Kelly Grayson, Rance Howard … Continue reading “BROKEN MEMORIES” Premieres in Beverly Hills to Support Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles

Boys and Girls Club LA Celebrate Another Year of Great Futures at their Annual Great Futures Gala in Beverly Hills

The Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club of America hosted another memorable evening at their annual Great Futures Gala on November 7, 2017.  The Beverly Hilton Hotel ballroom was packed with hundreds of supporters, Boys & Girls Club teachers, Club Kids and their parents, and Boys & Girls Club alumni. It was a fun-filled night of giving, emceed by comedian and actor JB Smoove.  A … Continue reading Boys and Girls Club LA Celebrate Another Year of Great Futures at their Annual Great Futures Gala in Beverly Hills

Something to be ‘Crateful’ for this Thanksgiving

Stalwarts of the Los Angeles food press descended upon an out-of-the-way public cooking space in Monterey or Highland Park — somewhere off the 110, between Downtown and Pasadena (writes the provincial Westsider) Wednesday evening to sample dishes from Crateful, a meal-delivery company and catering service that specializes in rich, hearty, chef-made, healthy, freshly cooked dishes. Chef Luciano Pellegrini specializes in creating delicious, perfectly balanced meals … Continue reading Something to be ‘Crateful’ for this Thanksgiving