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Chaya Venice transitions to Chaya Modern Izakaya, forging the old with the new

With a new menu, a new chef team, a new beverage program, and a new interior look, beloved beachside Chaya Venice has successfully transitioned 28 years later to Chaya Modern Izakaya. A stomping ground for many of us within the last ten years – the restaurant and bar continue to buzz with Happy Hour from 5:00 pm til close. Just a block from the beach on … Continue reading Chaya Venice transitions to Chaya Modern Izakaya, forging the old with the new

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Boozy Brunch’n at Nighthawk Breakfast Bar

For a boozy brunch the morning after or to keep your nighttime affair rolling, fire it up with Spiked Cereal Milk at this fun little Breakfast Bar spot in Venice called Nighthawk. Cocoa Puffs with Vanilla Vodka, Peanut Butter Cap’n Crunch and Bourbon, yes, please! Your childhood leftover cereal bowl milk has been infused with a kick.                   … Continue reading Boozy Brunch’n at Nighthawk Breakfast Bar

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Fall vegan desserts we learned how to make at PLANTLAB in Venice

An early Saturday morning my vegan loving travel friend @vegantravelista and I made our way to  PLANTLAB, a cooking space on About Kinney in Venice where we worked alongside 6 other partner teams to learn how to make 5 vegan desserts in 3 hours. Not only did we have fun orchestrating new recipes, but we learned about new healthy ingredients and tips that were never … Continue reading Fall vegan desserts we learned how to make at PLANTLAB in Venice

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Mix up your LA date spots this fall

This article was first posted on Resident Magazine online. Depending on your date or mood, Los Angeles is comprised of many unique areas to satisfy your taste buds or your date specifications whether that involves cocktails, food, views, or entertainment. Whether you desire ambiance that includes ocean views, Hollywood Hills views, marina views, or sunset views, Los Angeles has many desirable options. Try a classic … Continue reading Mix up your LA date spots this fall

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Guru Jagat and Invincible Living, her new book

When you meet Guru Jagat you know you have met someone special, just being in her presence feels otherworldly. Sometimes I think she holds the wisdom of the universe as she shows her students at RA MA Institute in Venice, California how to use ancient techniques of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation to help upgrade their body’s operating system, and often hit a reset button. My … Continue reading Guru Jagat and Invincible Living, her new book

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WIN: LaLaScoop’s 12 Days of Giving in January

The holidays are finally over. Christmas and New Year’s eve sometimes feel like prom, where your expectations can be so grand and there’s always some sort of let down or sigh of relief when it is over. We all know we need to feel better after last year’s SH$TSHOW, so we thought what better way to start 2017 by giving away some of our favorite … Continue reading WIN: LaLaScoop’s 12 Days of Giving in January

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The Butcher’s Daughter is coming soon to Venice

The Butcher’s Daughter surely turned vegan or opted for plant based cuisine. However, the slaughter you might not expect are veggies! Now to add to the incredible vibes of Abbott Kinney comes a new contender from New York to the healthy foodie game here in Los Angeles. Executive Chef Nicolas Torrent will lead your taste buds wanting more because as a non-vegan (but heading slowly … Continue reading The Butcher’s Daughter is coming soon to Venice

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Patties and Pies at Three Square Cafe

In 2012 Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California was deemed the coolest block in America. During my almost 8 years in LA, Abbot Kinney has turned into a mecca of the hottest boutiques where one can find unique high end products that are not mass produced. Many of these cool one-of-a-kind American finds often come to LA from NY or come to life right here … Continue reading Patties and Pies at Three Square Cafe

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An LA Love Story – Part 4

“LA is a beautiful hustle” is a quote that strums through my head quite often in this city where everyone is multi-talented or becomes multi-talented through the connection and vibrancy of living in a city. Perhaps, the ‘hustle’ is to survive, but the ‘hustle’ often comes from a place of inner strength, curiosity, and creativeness to follows ones’ dreams or latent passions. Living in LA … Continue reading An LA Love Story – Part 4

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Adopt The Arts Cuts a Ribbon to Keep the Musical Arts Alive at Westminster Elementary School

Adopt The Arts cut a grand ribbon at Westminster Elementary School in Venice, CA on Thursday, February 5 at 12:45pm for a ceremonial adoption to save the musical arts for their current and future students. Complete with a performance by the Adopt The Arts Elite Choir and a special appearance by California Congressman Ted Lieu (House of Representatives, CA district 33) to honor founders, musician Matt Sorum (Guns … Continue reading Adopt The Arts Cuts a Ribbon to Keep the Musical Arts Alive at Westminster Elementary School

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