Food

Ocean Spray Limited Edition ‘Cran-Baby.’ Cran x Dragon Fruit.

September 18, 2023

Who doesn't like a good collab? Ocean Spray is having its first “cran-baby” in at least two years with the launch of a new, limited-edition flavor that will only be sold on Amazon and only for one week. Cong...

The LA Food Bowl Is Back!

Evan Hosie

August 8, 2023

Editor's Daily Pick, Food, Lifestyle, Wining & Dining

The Los Angeles Times has announced the full lineup for Food Bowl, its annual celebration showcasing Southern California’s food scene, presented by City National Bank. This year’s roster will feature a launch ...

YUME Sushi : ‘Dream’ Restaurant in The Valley.

Evan Hosie

July 28, 2023

Editor's Daily Pick, Food

The secret is out. When we went to review YUME Sushi Bar the new little sushi spot in Studio City, there were already lines of people waiting patiently for tables. So much for keeping it to ourselves. “Yu...

Netflix’s Pop-Up Restaurant Debuts June 30.

Evan Hosie

June 16, 2023

Celebrities, Film & TV, Food

Talk about cross-promotion. The streamer Netflix is opening a pop-up restaurant in LA that will feature dishes from some of their most popular chefs and mixmasters. Think “Chef’s Ta...

Duck Pond Wine: More Than Just A ‘Clean’ Vino.

Evan Hosie

April 5, 2023

Editor's Daily Pick, Food, Latest News, Lifestyle

Duck Pond wines are known for their Pinot Gris, as well as their 'Clean Label' certification meaning they are sustainable and organic. From Oregon, their wines are free from harmful glyphosate and neonicotinoid...

Lifevine: For Those Who Love Wine But Not The Sugar.

Evan Hosie

March 6, 2023

Editor's Daily Pick, Food, Lifestyle

We usually avoid the 'organic' wine aisle at our favorite wine store but a publicist recently sent us Lifevine, a natural and organic wine that is also sugar-free. And we're happy to report that the Char...

4 Things To Consider When Trying To Craft The Best Virgin Margarita.

Guest Post

February 27, 2023

Food, Lifestyle

If you're looking for a way to spice up your next gathering but don't want to include alcohol, then learning how to craft a delicious non-alcoholic margarita is a must. Whether it's a family barbecue or hosting...

‘Crystal Tea’ At The Baccarat Hotel Will Set You Back $3,000.

Evan Hosie

January 19, 2023

Food, Travel

High tea can sometimes be pricey, but the Baccarat Hotel in New York takes the, uh, scone, with its extravagant 'Crystal tea', with only the best ingredients -- imagine lobster, caviar, and truffles -- served ...

The Best Guest Brings a Panettone.

Cathy Shambley-Baer

December 14, 2022

Editor's Daily Pick, Food, Gift Guide

I have a friend who is one of those practical, say-what-you-really-think kinda gals. She once told me, “I don’t like it when people bring flowers to a dinner at my house. I mean, bring me something that helps, ...

Holiday Gifts For The Chef or Foodie. ‘Food Dice’ Anyone?

Evan Hosie

November 28, 2022

Editor's Daily Pick, Food, Gift Guide, Lifestyle, Wining & Dining

We all have that friend that is up on all the new restaurants, has the best places on speed dial and is an amazing cook. For them, you'll be the star gifter with a Holiday Gift Basket...

Spa Dog Luxury Gift Box For All The Good Doggies.

Evan Hosie

September 18, 2023

SpaDog is a luxury gift box for the world's most SPOILED dogs (which definitely is most dogs we know.) Every SpaDog...
The ‘Awesome Hamster Ball Pool Maze.’

Evan Hosie

September 13, 2023

This is so cute it almost looks animated! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuHygt-lcmU...
Giveaway! My Joy Beauty Box.

Evan Hosie

September 6, 2023

Regular readers know we only do giveaways with products we have personally tried...and loved. That's the case with Joy B...