This is the time of year that we honor our well-established holiday traditions. Those traditions are important, as they serve as memorable links to years past, including our childhoods. But the inherent problem with sticking entirely to touchstones of days gone by is that the memories tend to blend together or lose their individual distinction over time. It feels heretical to speak of incorporating new, … Continue reading Holiday Non-Traditions to Consider
While experiences are often more memorable than things, it is always thoughtful to greet someone during the holidays with a gift of appreciation – a stocking stuffer, joke gift, neighborly love offering, or a token of love for a relative you see once a year. Here are some of our favorite finds to help you in your search for the perfect gift. Forever French, the … Continue reading LaLaScoop’s Holiday Gift Ideas for Every Budget
Just in time for the holiday season, the Apres Ski Experience has transformed the Lounge at the Four Seasons Hotel LA in Beverly Hills. Pose in the cozy faux ski gondola and sidle up on a couch surrounded by wintry French Alps-inspired holiday decor. This festive signature cocktail menu with fun culinary options inspired by Four Seasons Megève (but think Aspen in America) can now … Continue reading The Apres Ski Experience enhances holiday festivities at Four Seasons Hotel LA at Beverly Hills
It’s the little things. Show you care this holiday season with a token of appreciation. Here’s the LaLaScoop on gift ideas for every personality. For the Home Entertainer Resin Trays, Cheeseboards, and Serving Trays from Lynn & Liana Designs Order a unique acacia charcuterie, cheese, or breadboard with acrylic-colored accents – like this one that looks like the ocean is part of the board as … Continue reading LaLaScoop’s High-Low Gift Ideas for Every Budget and Personality
While the best gift you can give is your time and love, we also know you can boost someone’s spirits with a fun present tailored to their personality. We are here to help you discover some new ideas for gift-giving this season. Check out these fabulous products and experiences for just about everyone on your list. Lane Eight’s sneakers in festive colors For the fashionista, … Continue reading Holiday Gift Guide 2022: Get the LaLaScoop
Whether you’re a native Angeleno, fresh to the west coast, or you’re simply visiting for a little while, winter might feel like a bit of an off time to kick it in SoCal. But there are so many great things you can do to keep busy throughout the winter season, including a few classic LA staples — as well as some brand-new ideas that might … Continue reading 10 Winter Activities in LA to Help You Keep Busy This Season
It’s that time of year again where you may feel compelled to buy extended family Christmas gifts or your office has you stuck in some Secret Santa gifting pool. It’s often challenging to figure out what to buy someone – especially that friend who has everything or a coworker you barely know. Here are some of our favorite finds from $5 to $100+ to spark your … Continue reading LaLaScoop’s Holiday Gift Guide 2021
A little more than an hour’s drive from Malibu midday (or perhaps a short Metrolink ride for you), we found ourselves in Carlsbad for a winter weekend. The small southern California town in North San Diego County is 87 miles south of LA on the water. With no expectations of what the area might be like, we never imagined to repeatedly ask, “Why doesn’t Malibu … Continue reading Carlsbad, easy Southern California living
If you made it to Haunt’Oween LA then you remember the Halloween joy that was spread –as this immersive drive-thru experience included elaborate haunted homes, immersive story-scapes, character actors, and major candy dumps right through the sunroof of your car. Save the date for Experiential Supply Co.’s next holiday drive-thru experience, their 1st Annual “Wonderland” starting on November 30 – December 23 and December 26 – … Continue reading Drive-thru the 1st Annual WonderLand this season for holiday joy
It’s not L.A. — not the climate, not the urban sprawl, not the wealth disparity, not even the jerks — that makes celebrating Christmas here such a challenge. OK, maybe those factor in. But primarily, I find it’s difficult for many of us to get into the spirit of the season simply because we live here. The city is, for us, business as usual. And … Continue reading The Christmas Market in Cambria
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