I try to keep my Hollywood ventures to a minimum, but I must say, after attending the soft opening of the city's new lounge Confession, I will most likely be heading that direction more frequently.…
Food
Food Lovers! Here’s a Taste of What You Can Start Seeing at L.A.’s Annenberg Space for Photography!
As part of taste - which is followed by sound (July 13 - Aug. 16) and then style (Aug. 17 - Sept. 20) - guests can view videos by artists Meagan Cignoli and Wahyu Ichwandardi (also known as Pinot), who have hugely dedicated followings based on…
Almond flour, organic coconut sugar and sea salt are the main ingredients in the most delicious (and guilt-free) cookies I've tasted in a while.…
Food Angelenos
Ryan Phillippe, Jhene Aiko, Ed Westwick & More Stars Attend Toca Madera Mexican Restaurant’s Packed Grand Opening in L.A.
Thursday night was a who's who of industry elite and tastemakers at the grand opening of EveryDay Life (EDL)'s modern organic Mexican restaurant and lounge, Toca Madera in L.A.…
Food
Nuts, Spice & Everything Nice! Here Are 8 Healthy, Mouthwatering Trail Mix Recipes You Can Make with Ease!
If you've ever been to my apartment or have spent more than an hour with me in one sitting, then you know how dependent I am on mixed nuts. Whether for breakfast, in-between meals, after working out, midnight snack - you name it -…
Beauty Food
Sake Is the Sip of the Season at The Springs, DTLA’s Wellness Oasis & Raw Vegan Restaurant
Give your mind a break from the hustle, bustle and one-way street insanity you associate with Downtown L.A. and take in the calming, zen atmosphere of The Springs, a total detour from the DTLA stereotype.…
Put down the cream and sugar because you won't be needing that when you come in for what L'Ermitage Beverly Hills calls its Wicked Tea Service. Describing this promo (which lasts from now until June) as the "naughtier version of afternoon tea," chef Roger Thomas…
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New L.A. Eatery Stir Market Hosts Exclusive Wine & Dine Event to Celebrate Charity Milestone
Such was the case last week, when executive chef Chris Barnett's new L.A. eatery Stir Market hosted a wine and dine night, honoring Cheeky and Feeding America's collaborative milestone.…
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St. Patrick’s Day Is Over, But Here Are 4 Fun Ways to Continue Incorporating Green Into Your Agenda!
With this year's St. Patrick's Day in the past, there's no need to worry about being pinched for not wearing green, but the festive shade certainly brings a fun flare to life all through spring. So for those who want to take the color the extra…
Food
Celebrity Chef Chris Santos Has a Brand New BBQ Sauce, and He Provided a Simple, Mouthwatering Recipe I Cooked – That You Can Try, Too!
I am by no means a gourmet chef, but I will say that with the right touch of Chopped star Chris Santos' brand new Rattler BBQ sauce, I made a simple turkey burger (his recipe calls for beef) turn into a mouthwatering delight. Granted,…
Even if you live on the westside, Malibu is still a trek. So coming from where I hail in West Hollywood is no hop, skip and a jump from the sunny skies that rest over L.A.'s most upscale beach city. But I recently headed…
Beauty Food Angelenos
Southern California Life Magazine Launches Debut Issue with Hollywood Celebration
Oh, the joys of spotting none other than Kelly Taylor Jennie Garth on the cover of Southern California Life magazine's debut issue! This is just one of the many things that excited me about the brand new publication's kick-off.…
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Goldroom & Zella Day Help Lincoln Motor Launch Their Black Label Program with Chic Soiree in the Hollywood Hills
I am typically in no mood to get dolled up for an event on a Monday night, but when I heard Goldroom was spinning and Zella Day was performing at Lincoln Motor's Black Label launch party co-hosted by Conde Nast, how could I resist?…
It doesn't matter how active you are or how up you are on your fitness knowledge - FITfluence was a major must for anyone who lives a moderately healthy lifestyle. I had so much fun. It was located at the YouTube space in the…
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Three Completely Different Events – One Incredible Evening! From Santa Monica to East Hollywood, L.A. Had One Very Thirsty Thursday!
Hmm, maybe I'm still in recovery mode, which is why it has taken me almost a week to write about last Thursday. But nevertheless, I guess it was worth the wait, because for one of the first nights in a while, I made it to…
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From Yellowtail Sunset’s Opening, to FabFitFun’s Fall Launch Event, Here Are 5 Hip October Happenings That Didn’t Involve the Lead-Up to Halloween
It's hard to believe Halloween is already here! With everything that goes on leading up to one of (almost) everyone's favorite holidays, it can be easy to forget that other things do happen during October that don't involve costumes or pumpkins.…
Upon entry inside new Beverly Hills eatery Ocean Prime, it’s impossible to tell that this is the same dining space that used to be home to longtime El Torito Grille, located on 9595 Wilshire Blvd., at the apex of Wilshire, Dayton Way and Camden…
Food
QVC’s Resident Foodie David Venable Dishes to Skyelyfe About Perfect Fall Party Appetizers & Why He Thinks Vegan Cooking Would Be an ‘Interesting Challenge’
It's never a good idea to start writing about decadent food dishes right before bed, but I am trying to keep delicious mental pictures out of my mind as I share my excitement about the recent release of David Venable's second cookbook, Back Around…
Beauty Food
Are You a Poor Thanksgiving Planner? Eat, Drink & Listen Last Minute with These Helpful Tools!
With Thanksgiving only a day away, the stress to throw together the perfect gathering for loved ones can easily pile up. Luckily for me, I've got my bases covered this year, spending a week under the care of my family in Massachusetts.…
If you were anything like me circa 2003, right next to the hangers in your closet holding up your 7 for All Mankind and Citizens of Humanity jeans was a variety of Juicy Couture tracksuits. Whether you had them in terrycloth or velour –…
It's very rare that I make it down to the deep SoCal area, but during the middle of August I decided to step out of my comfort zone and head just outside of San Diego to Harrah's Resort and Casino in Valley Center, California,…