Patricia “Patty” Casado, Who Fought to Regain Control of Lucy’s El Adobe Café, Dies
There was excitement in the prospect that once revered Lucy’s El Adobe Café on Melrose would open after a long hiatus. There was construction and workers on site, and then... Patricia “Patty” Casado, the daughter of Lucy’s El Adobe Café founders Frank and Lucy Casado...
The LA Art Show
The LA Art Show (www.laartshow.com), LA’s largest and longest-running fair, returns for its 31st edition with more than 90 exhibitors from around the world, led by director and producer Kassandra Voyagis. This year’s fair features international highlights including Ireland’s first participant, Dublin’s Oliver Sears Gallery and Palm Beach’s Provident Fine Art with a solo presentation of Sylvester Stallone’s abstract works. Highlighting the dynamic intersection of music and contemporary art, this year’s fair will feature works by two notable British musicians: Paul Simonon of The Clash and Chris Rivers of Heaven’s Basement.
tomtoc: The Brand Making My Holiday Haul (and Travel) Easier
Over the years, I have come to truly appreciate a good bag. It's in my experience with one brand in particular, that I have learned about all of the features and traits that set them apart; and just how much thought should really go into making these choices. As the...
Randy’s Donuts Launches Limited-Time Holiday Treats
Candy canes and hot chocolate, and milk and cookies are old classics for the holidays, but let's be real. These duos are simply outdated, with even better sweet treats bursting onto the holiday scene! LA's famous Randy's...
Malibu Beach Inn Welcomes the Holiday Season with Renewal & Celebration
It's been nearly a year since the devastating wind-whipped fires that reshaped the lives of Angelenos. And from the ashes, signs of life continue to show with newly constructed homes reclaiming their places, and entire swaths of the Malibu coastline seemingly breaking...
How AI Is Reshaping Southern California’s Creative Industries
Southern California has always been a testing ground for new creative technologies. From the advent of sound in Hollywood to digital cinematography, CGI, and streaming, the region’s industries have repeatedly reinvented themselves. Artificial intelligence is the latest—and most disruptive—force yet.
Ask the Expert
Welcome to Ask Uncle Gary, a new recurring corner of SoCalMag.com where wisdom meets West Coast wit. Gary—equal parts sage, storyteller, and straight-shooter—has spent a lifetime watching the Southland evolve, and he’s here to share the kind of insight only experience...