A Touch of Sri Lanka
Tucked between Thai Town and Los Feliz, Kurrypinch delivers a bold, flavor-packed Sri Lankan experience with modern flair. The Hollywood Boulevard location feels like an intimate, culinary escape — stylish yet warm, with a cozy patio and an inviting chef’s counter....
Ryan Rondeno’s “My Creole-Cali Kitchen” Blends Southern Soul with SoCal Freshness
Food lovers, get ready for a vibrant culinary journey that’s as soulful as it is sun-kissed. Publishing July 8, My Creole-Cali Kitchen: Louisiana Roots with California Flavors by Ryan Rondeno the debut cookbook that brings together the deep, seasoned heritage of Louisiana Creole cuisine with the fresh, farm-forward lifestyle of California cooking. This flavorful fusion celebrates bold spices, clean ingredients, and stories from both coasts — with recipes that range from blackened salmon tacos and mango slaw to jambalaya-stuffed bell peppers and Meyer lemon aioli.
4th of July Events
Get ready for the sights and loud sounds of the 4th of July in Southern California. This year, it is important to keep aware of events changing due to recent activities. A few Southeast LA cities—Cudahy, Bell Gardens, and Huntington Park—have canceled or postponed...
Hidden Gem: The Ford Theater
Just up the road from the Hollywood Bowl, nestled in the Cahuenga Pass where satellite signals often flicker, sits a smaller, lesser-known venue: the John Anson Ford Theatre. With fewer than 1,200 seats, it’s an intimate counterpoint to the larger outdoor stages scattered across L.A., like the Greek Theatre and Levitt Pavilion in MacArthur Park.
Introducing Alchemy & Dawn: A Love Letter to Self-Care, From Dawn Palomino to the World
This summer, something sacred is blooming in Culver City. Alchemy & Dawn, the long-awaited sanctuary by beloved esthetician and healer Dawn Palomino, is more than a beauty space. It’s a homecoming for your spirit, your skin, and your sense of self. For Dawn, this...
From Mausoleums to Movies: The Story Behind Hollywood Forever’s Iconic Screenings & Concerts
Founded in 1899, Hollywood Forever Cemetery is one of the oldest cemeteries in Los Angeles, resting alongside Paramount Studios. This sacred ground is home to stars like Judy Garland, Douglas Fairbanks, Rudolph Valentino, and Dee Dee Ramone, among many others. Once a glamorous landmark, the cemetery suffered neglect and bankruptcy by the 1990s,
Pickleball and Palms: The Surprising Soul of Southern California’s New Social Scene
Once the sun begins its slow descent behind the palms, a new kind of SoCal nightlife lights up—not in clubs or cocktail lounges, but on neighborhood courts with paddle in hand and sneakers squeaking across freshly painted lines. Pickleball, a once-niche paddle sport,...
DANCE DTLA: A Summer Tradition of Rhythm in Downtown L.A.
Since its inception nearly two decades ago, Dance DTLA has grown into one of Los Angeles’ most beloved free summer traditions. Held under the stars at Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, this outdoor dance party blends beginner-friendly instruction with a community vibe and live DJ sets. Over the years, it has celebrated the cultural diversity of L.A. through styles like cumbia, salsa, disco, Bollywood, and vogue. Feel the rhythm this summer when The Music Center’s free Dance DTLA series descends on Downtown L.A.!
Run Over the Water: Second Annual Venice Beach Run Returns July 19
Registration is now available for the second annual Venice Beach Run, scheduled for Saturday, July 19, commencing and concluding at the Venice Beach Pier. The event's proceeds will support the Los Angeles Parks Foundation (www.laparksfoundation.org), established in...
Summer Travel Guide
Summer’s here, and for Southern Californians, that means it's time to break out of routine and hit the road—or runway. Whether you're chasing cooler temps in the mountains, quick getaways along the coast, or bucket-list adventures across the globe, there’s no shortage...
Summer Shade Style
Sunglasses started as a tool, not a fashion statement. The earliest versions date back to ancient China, where judges wore smoky quartz lenses to conceal their eye expressions during court. In the Arctic, Inuit people used flattened walrus ivory with narrow slits to...
Coastal Living
On June 17th, the book, "Coastal California" will be published. California Coastal is a visual tour of coastal California living, showcasing 18 homes that stretch from the rugged bluffs of Sea Ranch to the sun-drenched beaches of San Diego. The book is divided into...
Long Beach Gay Pride
The 42nd Annual Long Beach Pride Festival is in full swing today, Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, California. Running from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, this year's festival embraces the theme "The Power of Community," celebrating the diversity and...
COSM: The Visual Experience
"O" on screen! Over in Inglewood, besides the airport there is alot going on. One stop over the weekend was a large building complex called COSM. COSM broke ground at Hollywood Park in early 2022, signaling its commitment to redefining immersive entertainment. COSM...
2025 Native American Arts Festival Week
Three-Time U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo Headlines 2025 Native American Arts Festival Week The Idyllwild Arts Native American Arts Festival Week returns to the Idyllwild Arts campus from Monday, June 16, through Friday, June 20. Now in its third decade, the celebration...
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