The Santa Monica Pier Aquarium is a great place to exploring the pier, where you can spend a whole day. While your kids are still little and amazed by the world, while your underwater explorer still loves the mystery of the deep dark blue and its inhabitants, while your … [Read more...]
Staycation at Residence Inn LAX – Part 1 of 3
After a 1.5 hour slog through Sunday traffic, we finally arrived at Residence Inn LAX. Over the summer I was invited by Residence Inn to stay at their LAX property. I finally accepted when it was clear that I need some quality time with my 10-year-old. The summer had been so busy … [Read more...]
It’s Time For Dodgers Baseball. Budget Wisely, and You’ll Have a Great Time!
Summertime is baseball time, and LA-area residents can get the ultimate baseball fan experience at Dodger Stadium this year. From personal experience over two recent Dodgers games, I can tell you that you will need to budget your time and/or money just right for everyone … [Read more...]
Tender Greens – a Great Halfway Lunch Spot in Studio City
Salami and kale salad at Tender Greens in Studio City I'm always looking for good restaurants or bars where I can meet friends who live or work on the other side of Los Angeles. If someone's coming from Pasadena or Beyond, or the downtown LA area, I look for places near the … [Read more...]
Great Places To Eat If You Get Stuck Over the Hill
Over the last six months I visited La Sandia, Natalee Thai, Cafe Mango Six, and the new Fresh Brothers Pizza in West Hollywood. These are my stories. Sweet sticky rice with mango at Natalee Thai Okay, I know not everybody just gets "stuck" over the hill. People also go there on … [Read more...]