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A drive along the coast, all the way from Newport Beach to Marina del Rey awhile back, led me to the Korean Friendship Bell. If you haven’t driven the Palos Verdes Peninsula or through the harbor area at Long Beach over to San Pedro, you’ve missed a fascinating area. While the Queen Mary may be […]

The Huntington Library, located in San Marino, is not only a botanical garden, but also home to a very large and prestigious art collection. The collection resides in two buildings on the estate: The Huntington Art Gallery, and the Virginia Steele Scott Galleries of American Art. With pieces ranging from Andy Warhol contemporary, to Charles […]

Flowers photographed at Arboretum, Arcadia. Pic by Kat

Located on Fairfax Ave. right near The Grove in Los Angeles, this hidden treasure is absolutely delicious! If you’re a fan of Thai food, Chao Krung honestly has some of the best I’ve had yet! Shrimp pad thai…green and red curry…snappy green beans with tofu…the flavor is fantastic and the spice is just right! They […]

Obscure to most, myself included, and nestled among random office towers in The OC, is an interesting little sculpture garden. Kat and I veered off an after-the-rain trip to the beach earlier this year to check this place out. I’d read about it somewhere online; I’m not sure where or I’d offer up the credit. […]

I liked the light reflections on the wall which I felt really connected with his wide-eyed gaze. Taken at LACMA. Pic by SueBee

Humingbird photographed at the Huntington Library in Arcadia. Pic by Kat

Looking for a peaceful botanical garden in Orange County that’s just the right size for a nice afternoon walk (about 1-3 miles, depending on route)? The Fullerton Arboretum, located near Cal State Fullerton, is a donation-only garden with a collection of over 4,000 different plants, lakes, and a Heritage House (tours are available Saturdays and […]

Yup, that’s DTLA signage for you. I’m not sure if it’s an intended warning, cautionary note, or what, but there it is, brightly glaring down at drivers! Approach downtown Los Angeles from the 10, Grand exit, and see for yourself.  Kat and I did exactly that this evening while returning home from a family birthday […]

Craving amazing sandwiches, salads, cakes, pastries, coffees, smoothie, etc?! Porto’s Bakery is an absolutely incredible Cuban restaurant located in Burbank, Glendale, and Downey. Website: http://portosbakery.com/ Yelp Review: http://www.yelp.com/biz/portos-bakery-glendale Enjoy! ~Kat

This handsome guy was photographed at MacArthur Park near Downtown Los Angeles. Pic by Kat

Long Beach, the coastal microcosm of Los Angeles, gathers it all together and spits it back out seaside. There’s the trendy shops and restaurants, hustling/bustling bars, and crazy parking along 2nd Street, the gritty docks and harbors, the literal long beach with an extended ped/bike path fighting to overcome the sand, a super supportive gay-friendly […]

Being born in a city like Los Angeles brings a certain distinction. Well, to me anyway. Knowing the hospital where I made my entrance to this great world now sits under the 110 freeway in downtown, is rather symbolic considering the hours I’ve passed on that freeway. One further random tidbit, my first job out […]

Nikon D5100s in tow, the streets of Hollywood beckon often – subject matter for a camera buff is literally without end. If you’re up for some real fun, though, you have to check out Nick Metropolis. As Nick’s website says: “Nick Metropolis has been buying, selling, renting and consigning collectible furniture, or “collectable” as Nick […]

There’s something about being near water that adds energy to your step. Wandering on the beach, near a raging river or tinkling mountain stream – yeah, those are great. But if you have just a bit of time after work, taking a walk around a residential man-made lake is pretty nice, too. This particular walk […]

Orange Roll & Sushi is honestly the best sushi restaurant in Fullerton! Open 10am – 10pm, Monday – Saturday (note, closed on Sunday!) Super affordable, and absolutely delicious! What I recommend: “Burrito” – $8.95 “Autumn” – $9.95 And the “Firecracker” roll, which I sadly don’t have a pic of…but it’s $8.95 awesomeness! Website: http://www.loveorangesushi.com/index.html Yelp Review: http://www.yelp.com/biz/orange-roll-and-sushi-fullerton-2 […]

A summer in the southland just isn’t complete without Bowl-ing, Hollywood Bowl-ing, that is! While the orchestra, band, singers or dancers may be the reason tickets are sold, it’s the atmosphere and pre-show picnic people look forward to nearly as much as whichever main event. Bowl dining has become as famous as the bowl itself. […]

Vintage car shows are always fun…all the bright colors and unique designs…the overwhelming idea of how much money and work goes into renovating each one… Discovered recently that the adorable historic Main Street of Garden Grove is home to a classic car show every Friday night, 4-8pm!  If you’d like a “drive back in time,” […]

Being a native Southern California gal, the beach is part of my soul. It’s not the umbrella and beach towel, slathering up with sunscreen, or oiling to a deep bronze that I love, it’s the beach combing, sunsets, and surfer’s devotion to their sport that I’m fascinated by. A recent jaunt to Surf City USA […]

Photo expeditions throughout the Los Angeles area are a blast. Searching out the odd, quirky, and unusual is not too difficult, considering I’ve pegged it “the world in a handbasket”. It’s truly a fascinating place! Recently Kat and I were photographing on the Westside, heading homeward, when I chose a random route through Hollywood towards the 101. Traffic was pretty crazy. Well, when isn’t […]