Though summer is still a little away – I mean not that we notice that here in Southern California, where it’s kind of always summer – we do get out UGG boots out once temps drop below 65F/18C. I am digressing. Where was I? Oh yes, summer. Julia Elizabeth recently wrote up her summer bucket […]
5 Things I learned at CoffeeCon L.A. 2018
My hands are still shaking from sampling too much coffee today. This comes on the heels of going cold turkey on coffee right after Christmas. So, no surprise on the shaking hands. What’s CoffeeCon? About 25-30 artisan coffee roaster and makers were handing out samples of coffee at CoffeeCon L.A. CoffeeCon is a consumer coffee […]
A virtual hike in “my” Griffith Park
I moved to L.A. exactly 2 years ago today. It’s been a fun ride so far. From my apartment I have a view of Griffith Park, so naturally, 2 years ago when I moved here, my first exploration was into Griffith Park. I remember driving up to the Griffith Observatory and just being in awe. […]
Secret Stairs of L.A. – Berendo Stairs to Griffith Park
Los Angeles is full of secret and hidden staircases. My first secret staircase adventure took me from the Berendo Staircase to Griffith Park. Berendo Staircase dates back to 1924 – the same year the Frank Lloyd Wright Ennis House (2607 Glendower Ave) was built in the same Los Feliz neighborhood. A short architectural detour: The design of […]
Fall Bucket List – the Hiking and Exploring Edition
I never quite know what to say when people ask me about my favorite season. Summer brings fun days at the beach, winter brings cold nights in front of the fire-place. A margarita on the patio or a hot chocolate to warm my hands? When it really comes down, my favorite seasons are spring and […]