Most of us have seen Point Break, right? If not, I can recap it in a few simple words. Keanu Reeves: FBI agent/surfer dude. Patrick Swayze: Zen Surfer/Bank Robber.
This might be one of the best pieces of shit ever–with Patrick Swayze spewing out “enlightened” comments, and Keanu Reeves saying truly [...]
It seems we’re all on a budget these days, and finding cheap things to do around town–or, better yet, free things–is a definite plus. A city the size of Los Angeles brings a slew of free entertainment, both good and bad.
Jazz night on Fridays at the LACMA tops the list of [...]
Any comedy troupe that produced the likes of Amy Poehler, Adam McKay, and Horatio Sanz must be legit. The Upright Citizens Brigade is an improv comedy troupe founded in Chicago in 1990, which has since moved cities and now boasts Hollywood and New York locales.
Last weekend I experienced my first [...]
I recently discovered this cozy little hideaway tucked in the quiet strip of Melrose between Doheny and Robertson in West Hollywood. And let’s just say I’m slightly ecstatic with this find.
Deep booths and chalkboards with the daily specials line the walls of this dimly lit restaurant, leaving a feel of [...]
Today is a slightly monumental day for all pizza-loving Angelenos. Today, the famous and absolutely delicious Pizzeria Mozza, helmed by chefs Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali, opens the doors of Mozza 2Go.
Now the masses can indulge in this legendary pizza without making a reservation a month in advance or sitting at a packed bar eating [...]
Nic’s is nestled in Beverly Hills amidst a mélange of high-end boutiques, ultra-expensive restaurants, and designer autos. Nic’s is legit. Zip code and all.
However, once you walk through the orange door under the multicolored sign, it’s as if you’ve stepped into another county, or state for that matter. Maybe Orange County—a place where those dreadful housewives [...]
The start of summer always brings an abundance of musical goodies to the Los Angeles area and this year’s line-up is no exception. From the Peter Fonda to the Hollywood Bowl Los Angelinos are spoiled with not only fantastic shows, but amazing venues housed in old theaters or canyon-side amphitheaters that only enhance the concert [...]
Located just north of Santa Monica boulevard on Harper sits Gardens of Taxco—a gaudy, 1970’s-esque Mexican restaurant that screams legit merely from the looks of the exterior. The West Hollywood hideaway comes decked out in the traditional Mexican décor of stained glass windows, dark wood paneling, and your complimentary Hispanic vocalist ready to serenade you [...]
Located just north of Wilshire on Robertson, Tagine is a hard-to-find Moroccan restaurant hidden between a hair salon and a liquor store. And this hidden gem is the Mecca of all things amazing. The wait staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable being that they’re mostly all Moroccan born.
The atmosphere is inviting and relaxing seating only [...]
Hipster fest at it’s finest. Dance party at it’s best. This is Ratatat. The vocal-less, electronic-rock duo made up of Mike Stroud and Evan Mast. Ratatat graced Los Angeles with their cooler-than-thou presence at the Hollywood Palladium last Saturday (April 4th) and put on a hell of a show.
Both painfully thin and clad in the [...]
If you’re bank account even slightly reflects the state of the U.S. economy, you too can’t afford to take a vacay over to London this summer and spend anywhere from $500 to $94,000 (yes, you read that right) on tickets to see the King of Pop himself. I know it’s sad news, but if we’ve [...]
Located just next to Chateau Marmont the Bar Marmont is a old-school Hollywood haven with a slightly revamped style. Bar Marmont is a must-visit for any tourist that wants a peek into a celebrity playpen or any local that wants to spend an evening full of tasty gastro-pub eats and fantastic people watching.
The key is [...]
Google downtown Los Angeles and the first hit that appears is the link for the downtown Los Angeles Business Improvement District. This website is funded by a coalition of over 400 property owners on a mission to help the “central business district achieve its full potential as a great place to live, work, and play.” [...]
It was an uncharacteristically warm night for the Hollywood Bowl in November. I wore my new black Marc Jacobs Paddington Bear-esque coat and black vintage Luchese boots, knowing even before I left the house they were unnecessary, but donning them anyway as a certain homage to the man of the hour. Sweat plastered down my [...]