This article was first featured in AAA World Magazine print in September 2020. ODE TO LA By Melissa Curtin Pelicans soar along the water line, and dolphins follow me down the beach. I admire a pack of surfers soaring and swiveling as the waves carry them home, or at least to Malibu Pier. Sixty years ago, fictional surfer girl, Gidget, rode these same waves in … Continue reading Ode to LA, written during the pandemic
“Lobster, lighthouses, leaves” was a recurring theme as we drove from one quaint seaside town to the next in mid-October. Maine had always been a distant memory as my Connecticut sailor parents brought me to this premier summer destination around the age of six. To my parents’ surprise, one steamed lobster was not enough. Maine is where my love affair with the briny bottom feeders … Continue reading You can never eat enough lobster – Check out our favorite lobsta spots in LA and Maine
Sometimes you tire of avocado toast, hamachi Crudo, Brussel sprouts, or even cauliflower prepared in every possible way. Branzino now seems to be on every LA menu too. These dishes have become LA standard menu options but then some restaurants go a whole different route trying to wow guests with sauces or shocking concoctions. Other venues use ingredients one might not expect to find on … Continue reading LA restaurants for the adventurous eater
Read the full article HERE. Los Angeles is a city is exploding with new eateries. Brave chefs and hospitality workers have been knocked down over and over the last few years. Many had to reinvent their menus to survive. But this is a resilient city where culinary creatives from all over the world continue to flock and test out inventive ideas – often bringing diverse cuisines … Continue reading Best Restaurants in LA 2022 – See LaLaScoop’s article on Lonely Planet
Explore Los Angeles through its best tacos MELISSA CURTIN Lonely Planet Writer 29 APRIL 2022 – https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/best-tacos-in-los-angeles LA LA has one of the most exciting taco scenes in the US © Melissa Curtin Tacos are a Southern California way of life. For many Angelenos, searching out tacos is a love affair – and often a quest to sample as many varieties as possible. LA has … Continue reading Get to know LA through Tacos – See LaLaScoop’s article on Lonely Planet
Nailing down the details of a baby shower may seem overwhelming, whether this is the first one you’ve planned or you’ve gotten a bit rusty. Luckily, LA offers plenty of fun options for mommies to be and their friends and family! Things will be smooth sailing in no time with a bit of help — from deciding on a theme to planning fun and inclusive … Continue reading Guide to Planning a Baby Shower in LA
LA is one of the best cities if you’re looking for nature. Not many other places have the opportunity for all of the California beauty alongside the excitement of the city, which also means that during COVID-19, you can find plenty of creative spaces to hike, run, and explore the outdoors at a safe social distance. If you’re on the hunt for some fun nature … Continue reading 10 Outdoor Exercise Spots for People Living in LA
Any time you move to a new city, you might run into social challenges and a little bit of discomfort. This can be especially true if you’re looking to start dating wherever you end up. No matter who you are and what your type is, you can absolutely thrive and find your person in the City of Angels. Here’s how you can make the most … Continue reading 7 Tips If You’re New to Dating in LA
Dog lovers in LA, rejoice! There are many options to spend a day out with your dog. Here are 10 pup-friendly places in Los Angeles that are fun for humans too. Rosie’s Dog Beach This beautiful stretch of sand allows your dog to enjoy some time off the leash, as long as you remain in the permitted area. Your dogs have plenty of space to … Continue reading 10 Places to Go with Your Dog in Los Angeles
We have been enamored with ARCONA LOS ANGELES products since their beginning due to their results. If you are looking for the best skincare, many products are cold-processed in small batches so the active ingredients are fresh and not destroyed by heat, and thus they work! Developed in the best labs, Arcona products contain high-performing, science-based actives, that help deliver consistent results to improve the … Continue reading Arcona keeps delivering the best skincare results
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