This is the second time trying North Italia and overall I was pretty pleased. My first time going there was when my new neighbor invited Sami and I for brunch. At first I was skeptical of the place because online it looked like a chain...
The other day, Sami and I were heading to the beach to relax and catch up on some reading. We were starving on the way and decided to pop into the nearest cafe for a quick bite. Luckily, that was Flower Child. Neither of us...
Last week I mentioned I'm starting up a new cocktail series and I kicked it off with a Grapefruit Thyme spritzer. As I was brainstorming for this week's recipe, I noticed my mint box was overflowing with fresh leaves and really needed to get pruned...
The past weekend was b-e-a-u-tifulllll. The weather was perfect, I squeezed in just the right amount of relaxation and got to kick off the BBQ season with the most delectable dishes! Being able to be outdoors all the time is something I've really been enjoying...
One area of the blog that I feel like I haven't really fully developed is a section for drinks! I'm thinking everything from smoothies, to juices, to mocktails and cocktails. I will say that mixology isn't something I've really dived into very deeply in the...
If you’re wandering around the East village and find yourself on Avenue C (aka Loisaida Ave) between 6th and 7th street then pop into the bar called Lois. Upon entering, you will be warmly greeted by two lovely ladies serving wine on tap! The story...
The weather in Santa Monica can get on the colder side sometimes, especially in the mornings and the evenings. I'm okay with that because it makes for a nice balance. Plus with the cooler mornings that means I can still get some use out of...
Whenever I'm out eating at an Italian restaurant and am craving pasta, I tend to steer towards the penne alla vodka. Regardless of how many good choices there are on the menu I know later on I'll regret not sinking my teeth into the rich,...
You might recall that in December’s “Industry Expert” piece, I mentioned that I am working towards a healthier lifestyle where I’m more conscious about what drinks and foods are going into my body. I’m following up on that piece with another interview, this time with Jules...
I love experiencing new cultures, learning about new cities, exploring new terrain. I’m not afraid of hopping on an unfamiliar transportation system and getting “lost” to discover new places. A few years back I went to Australia for work. As soon as I landed, I...