Shakespeare by the Sea Begins 2010 Season in San Pedro
This Saturday, San Pedro based Shakespeare by the Sea kicks off its 13th season of providing free performances throughout Southern California. Find out when they’ll be performing at a park in your neighborhood!
Cafe Pierre Winemaker Social Part Deux
Tonight Cafe Pierre continues its monthly series of Winemaker Socials, allowing casual connoisseurs to get up close and personal with the people behind the wine.
This Weekend: San Diego Spirits Festival
This weekend San Diego will host more than 65 liquor brands, dozens of bartenders, and hundreds of saavy tasters. The reason? The second annual San Diego Spirits Festival.
Old Pasadena Restaurant Week Gives Deals to Diners and Gives Back to the Community
Old Town Pasadena is kicking of its first restaurant week today, Tuesday June 1. Running until June 8, the seven day event features deals at 25 restaurants around the swank and historic Old Town area.
Memorial Day Weekend Around the South Bay and LA
Memorial Day Weekend — also known as the official kickoff to summer — is finally upon us. As usual, the South Bay and LA are bursting at the seams with things to do!
Truvia: An Artificial Sweetener that Keeps It Real
I’m always looking for ways to cut calories and artificial sweeteners are an easy way to do that. I’ve tried most of the big names, which we all know by their packet color: pink, blue, and yellow. Recently, I did a quick taste test with, Truvia, one of the new kids on the block.
Gateway to LA Brings Food Trucks to Century Blvd on Tuesdays
The prospect of getting a bite from the hottest food trucks in LA just got easier for lunch time diners close to LAX. Gateway To LA is sponsoring a food truck lot near Century Blvd every Tuesday from 11 AM until 3 PM.
Free Groceries for a Year? It’s in the Bag!
Fresh and Easy is running a contest. The challenge: submit an awesome design to be placed on their next reusable bag. The prize: groceries for a year!
Fresh Fish Swims Into El Segundo : California Fish Grill
Just a couple weeks ago, California Fish Grill opened their second South Bay restaurant. Located in Plaza El Segundo, they offer casual dining with an emphasis on fresh seafood.
Growing Great Brings Healthy Living Festival to Manhattan Beach
Healthy eating and fitness take center stage this Sunday at Growing Great’s Healthy Living Festival.
My Long, Lost Interview With Kelly Fleming
Back in March, Paul Martin’s American Bistro featured an exclusive dinner event with winemaker Kelly Fleming. Kelly was on hand to mingle with guests and discuss the wines from her estate that would be sampled that evening. Before the guests showed up, I met with Kelly to chat about the business of wine making and […]
Hermosa Beach Kicks Off First Thursdays
Here’s another reason to get out and enjoy the sites and sounds of Hermosa Beach from downtown to the pier.
Paciugo Offers Sneak Peak Of New Flavor With Free Scoop
Paciugo recently announced that it will release four new flavors during the next month. Of course, tasting the new flavors is much more fun than hearing about them!
In Torrance and Long Beach, Bo Knows Cigars
On a recent visit to Old Town Torrance I came across a very impressive cigar shop. From the outside, Bo’s Cigar’s might look like any of the other quiet stores lining Satori Ave. One look inside, though, and its easy to see why Bo’s is not your average tobacco vendor.
This Weekend: Food & Wine Festivals From LA to OC
This weekend is full of events that will please foodies all over town. From LA, to the South Bay, to OC, there’s something for everyone!