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From Florence with Love: famed sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio opens 5th L.A. location in Santa Monica

The famed Florentine Sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio now has 5 locations in Los Angeles – the latest shop arriving near the beach in Santa Monica, at 316 Santa Monica Blvd. The Santa Monica outpost joins All’Antico Vinaio’s successful L.A. locations in Beverly Hills, Koreatown, the Original Farmers Market on W. 3rd, and Venice on Abbot Kinney – adding to a growing U.S. footprint of over 50 locations worldwide, … Continue reading From Florence with Love: famed sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio opens 5th L.A. location in Santa Monica

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Pair delicious views with your dinner in LaLaLand

This article Wine & Dine: Seven Los Angeles Restaurants Serving Up Spectacular Views was first published in Conejo Valley Lifestyle Magazine print (Pages 42- 46) in their Dining Issue (October 2024). Savor the dishes and views in photos here. It can be overwhelming to choose a restaurant in Los Angeles as there are so many incredible places to dine. Here are our latest favorite options … Continue reading Pair delicious views with your dinner in LaLaLand

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Twelve Twelve Santa Monica’s pasta dishes are straight out of Rome

A brand new elevated menu arrives with Italian finesse to Twelve Twelve Santa Monica thanks to new Chef Oliver Malmsten, born in Rome to Swedish parents and known for his culinary prowess as a competitor on the Italian Hell’s Kitchen show and experience at several Michelin star restaurants in Milan and London. Carefully sourcing the best ingredients, Chef Oliver ignites the entire New American-Italian menu … Continue reading Twelve Twelve Santa Monica’s pasta dishes are straight out of Rome

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Visit These 5 Fun-Filled LA Locations to Unlock Your Inner Child

There is much to love about Los Angeles, but the hustle and bustle can lead to more business than pleasure, especially if you’re trying to make it in the entertainment industry. Embracing your inner child is a great way to unwind and have some innocent fun. Here are five locations to unlock your inner child. 1. Pacific Park  Whether you live in LA or across … Continue reading Visit These 5 Fun-Filled LA Locations to Unlock Your Inner Child

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Catch The Surfing Fox at Santa Monica’s Pierside Hotel

The Surfing Fox is just a couple weeks old and is already creating excitement. Get social at this new relaxed sophisticated venue on the corner of Ocean and Colorado Avenue. As part of the new Pierside Hotel with views of the entrance to Santa Monica Pier, this retro casual Cali cool restaurant makes a perfect spot for happy hour or dining al fresco on the extended patio.  Begin … Continue reading Catch The Surfing Fox at Santa Monica’s Pierside Hotel

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The Victorian delights with new cocktails and a new menu for LA’s forever summer

Our favorite Santa Monica outdoor dining spot located a block from the beach is ready to delight guests with an exciting new summer cocktail menu but we all know summer in LaLaLand extends through November so carry on with your drink order at the longstanding Victorian. A lengthy list of options with fun garnishes, refreshing flavors, and clever names makes imbibing here fun. Co-owner and nightlife … Continue reading The Victorian delights with new cocktails and a new menu for LA’s forever summer

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10 Los Angeles Restaurants to Add to your 2023 Dining List 

It’s impossible to keep up with new restaurant openings in LA as it feels like every week there are countless new hotspots. Choosing a place to dine in LA often depends on where you live or where you plan to be that day.  Newcomers quickly learn that a typical dinner reservation in LA might be over an hour drive away, even if it’s less than half … Continue reading 10 Los Angeles Restaurants to Add to your 2023 Dining List 

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LA restaurants for the adventurous eater

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

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