Tucked away in Burbank, California, the Walt Disney Studios is one of those rare places that truly feels like stepping behind the curtain of movie magic. Unlike the theme parks, this is where the stories are actually made and visiting it feels a bit like being let in on a very special secret. Guide to …
I was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, the vibrant, diverse, strip mall-filled region within Los Angeles, California, and that officially makes me a Valley Girl! So, let me give you a tour! Whether you’re a local or an out-of-towner interested in exploring the local entertainment industry, enjoying outdoor activities, or indulging in …
Disneyland isn’t just a theme park, it’s a full-on food destination! From iconic snacks to savory comfort foods, eating your way through the park is part of the experience. If you’re heading to the Happiest Place on Earth with an appetite, these are the best foods you absolutely don’t want to miss. Fan-Favorite Foods at …
Mmm, donuts! Have you ever eaten a doughnut the size of your head? The Big Pink donut is a HUGE 8” diameter donut served at Lard Lad Donuts in the Simpsons-themed “Springfield, U.S.A” at Universal Studios Hollywood. I was lucky enough to get an exclusive tour of the Lard Lad Donuts shop where I got …
Los Angeles serves up some of the best donuts in the world. From the classic mom-and-pop donut shops in the ubiquitous strip malls to the character theme park donuts, you can find plain 50 cent donuts, fancy $5 donuts, build-your-own donuts, donuts with outlandish flavors and ingredients, and donuts even bigger than your face! Keep …
Tucked between Pasadena and downtown Los Angeles, Highland Park is one of LA’s coolest neighborhoods to explore right now. With its mix of historic charm and modern creativity, you’ll find colorful murals, vintage shops, cozy coffee spots, and some of the city’s most talked-about food along Figueroa Street and York Boulevard. Whether you’re browsing indie …
Want to frolic in fields of beautiful flowers in Southern California? My Ultimate Southern California Spring Wildflower Guide shares all the different places to find flower fields and what you need to enjoy them! In case you haven’t noticed in your social media feeds, spring has hit California hard! All the rain we complained about …
Did you manage to score tickets to the Museum of Ice Cream? It seems to be the HOT ticket in town and is currently SOLD OUT! So, if you did manage to snag tickets, and you’re looking for some spoilers, you’ve come to the right place, but don’t worry, I’m not sharing everything. And if you …
The California wildflower “Superbloom” is still on and the Mister and I went on an adventure to find some more beautiful wildflowers on Tuesday! We already visited the Antelope Valley Poppy Fields, so I didn’t bother visiting the poppies in Lake Elsinore, but instead went on a hunt for these gorgeous, purple, lakeside, lupines! How did …
What’s poppin’? Haven’t you heard? All the rains that pummeled California in the last few months have created a superbloom of wildflowers! So my husband and I drove up to the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve to see them! The last time I went, I was a baby. I’ll see if my mom can turn …