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Chance the Rapper Live in San Francisco [Review]

Chance the Rapper Live in San Francisco [Review]

Mani C.G.
October 29, 2016

Chance the Rapper… … has become an overnight sensation. I discovered his mixtape, Coloring Book, in the ‘New Music’ section on Apple Music back in June and haven’t looked back sinc ...

Grit Waffle at Aunt Mary’s Café

Grit Waffle at Aunt Mary’s Café

Mani C.G.
October 28, 2016

Brunch in Oakland is one of my favorite things to do! Why? Well, all of the best brunch spots are these small, hometown, could be a 50s diner type places… Call me a country girl at ...

Jill Scott LIVE at The Mountain Winery

Jill Scott LIVE at The Mountain Winery

Mani C.G.
October 20, 2016

My girl! Jill Scott! I’m what you call a Jill Super Fan… I know all the tracks of every album since ‘This is Jill Scott’. So when I learned she was coming to town… and at a winery, ...

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Grit Waffle at Aunt Mary’s Café

Mani C.G. October 28, 2016

Brunch in Oakland is one of my favorite things to do! Why? Well, all of the best brunch spots are these small, hometown, could be a 50s diner type Read more »
Crack Bacon at The Grub, Hollywood

Mani C.G. November 30, 2014

So you say you’ve got the best? I’ll be the judge of that! It’s not often that I actually believe the hype, but every now and then, I am Read more »
Come Tired, Leave Wired at CoffeeCon 2014 Los Angeles

Mani C.G. November 8, 2014

Cold brew. Drip. Ethiopian. Turkish. Latte. Espresso. Grinding. French Press. Who knew a cup of coffee could be so interesting? While CoffeeCon 2014 was Read more »
Chili Pepper Chicken and Waffles at Post & Beam in Los Angeles

Mani C.G. June 8, 2014

Spoiler Alert: the chili pepper and maple chicken and waffles was a one-time Easter special at Los Angeles-based restaurant, Post & Beam. Actually, a Read more »
Ribs USA – My BBQ Soulmate

Mani C.G. April 25, 2014

It was love at first sight as I perused Groupon looking for the perfect meal for a quiet Saturday night. The feature image captured succulent baby back Read more »

Hiking in Oakland: Redwood Park Regional Park

Mani C.G. October 19, 2016

Since moving to the Bay, I have to admit, I have been slacking on my outdoorsmen badges. It’s not due to a lack of options for hiking, because there are Read more »
‘HONK’ if you Love Livin’ 2 Live!

Mani C.G. May 30, 2015

As a surprise gift for my 27th Birthday, my friends came together to give Mystique the Jeep the ultimate makeover… She got her very own Livin’ Read more »
Sunny Day at Malibu Wines

Mani C.G. December 9, 2014

One of the things that I love about LA is the ability to go North, South, East or West and find somewhere amazing. Somewhere new. Somewhere different. This Read more »
Turkey Leg Love Affair at Universal Studios Hollywood

Mani C.G. November 14, 2014

I grew up in the theme park state of Florida. So I have a high expectation for the term “theme park.” No, not the oversized county fairs Read more »
Team P.O.P. Takes on CityRace LA: The Ride

Mani C.G. June 18, 2014

If you’re into solving puzzles, racing against the clock and some good ‘ole friendly competition, CityRace LA is the challenge for you. Think Read more »

Girl Gone Wild in Cancun!

Mani C.G. November 16, 2014

Cancun, Mexico! The party town for spring breakers. Home of ‘Girls Gone Wild.’ Or… Cancun, Mexico! Honeymoon central. Where lovers come Read more »
Aloha! A Hawaiian Birthday To Remember

Mani C.G. November 10, 2014

I have an #Amazing mama who surprised me this year with a Birthday trip to Honolulu, Hawaii. An unforgettable experience in which we embarked on 4 Read more »
Four Black Girls and an RV: The Final Chapter

Mani C.G. November 8, 2014

It was the final day of the RV road trip through California and there was a lot of road to cover (literally). The actress, the musician, the architect, Read more »
The Search for the Liberty Bell in the City of Brotherly Love

Mani C.G. June 15, 2014

On this episode of Mani C.G.’s Random Explorations, we head to Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love! In 48h, we’ll visit Chinatown, eat Read more »
Four Black Girls and an RV: The Dump Station

Mani C.G. April 20, 2014

Chapter Two: The Dump Station So after making it through their first night in Four Black Girls and a RV: Are You Lost, the actress, the musician, the Read more »

Chance the Rapper Live in San Francisco [Review]

Mani C.G. October 29, 2016

Chance the Rapper… … has become an overnight sensation. I discovered his mixtape, Coloring Book, in the ‘New Music’ section on Apple Music back in Read more »
Jill Scott LIVE at The Mountain Winery

Mani C.G. October 20, 2016

My girl! Jill Scott! I’m what you call a Jill Super Fan… I know all the tracks of every album since ‘This is Jill Scott’. So when I learned she was Read more »
‘Aladdin’ on Broadway, a Magical Night in New York

Mani C.G. December 7, 2014

I don’t spend much time in NYC but when I do make a trip, my biggest challenges are 1) which street food cart to stop at and 2) which Broadway show Read more »
Stop Kiss Stage Play [Review]

Mani C.G. November 28, 2014

Wasn’t sure what to expect when I saw the promotions for the play, Stop Kiss at the Pasadena Playhouse but being the theater buff that I am, I Read more »
Outkast, Jill Scott and more at the 2014 BET Experience LA LIVE

Mani C.G. November 10, 2014

The BET Experience at L.A. LIVE is just that… an Experience! BET hosts hundreds of thousands of people for a jam-packed weekend of concerts, Read more »

Livin’ 2 Live… In San Francisco

Mani C.G. August 9, 2016

To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often. – Winston Churchill Our world is changing people! Who are we to stay the same? Welcome to Read more »
Livin’ 2 Live… I’m Baaaaack!

Mani C.G. November 8, 2014

Hello Friends and Welcome Back! 2014 has been an exciting and busy year for me. Full of new adventures. New projects. Major milestones. Amazing trips. And Read more »
Free Jazz Fridays in the LACMA Courtyard

Mani C.G. June 16, 2014

It’s summertime in LA! That means, it’s time to bust out the blankets, the picnic baskets and bottles of your favorite wine and partake in all Read more »
Experience the Eclectic Collections of the 2014 LA Art Show

Mani C.G. January 20, 2014

Every year, Los Angeles brings the top art collections, antiques and jewelry under one very expensive roof for the 2014 LA Art Show, Jan. 17-20 at the Los Read more »
Shakespeare Live in Griffith Park

Mani C.G. September 23, 2013

I was researching free summer events in Los Angeles and ‘Shakespeare in Griffith Park’ was at the top of the list. I’d never been a fan of Read more »

Dave & Buster’s Now in Hollywood… More Tickets!!!

Mani C.G. November 17, 2014

Yes friends! It’s here! Dave & Buster’s has opened up their new location at Hollywood and Highland! I was invited for a friend’s Read more »
Tattoo Party on Hollywood Blvd.

Mani C.G. June 9, 2014

I’ve had this idea for a tattoo for years… Create the charm bracelet of my life and as significant things happen in my life, add a charm. Well, Read more »
Best Man Holiday: A Must-See Movie This Holiday Season

Mani C.G. November 16, 2013

Now that I think about it, I was way too young to love The Best Man as much as I did when the first film released in 1999. Fourteen years later, however, Read more »
Don’t Drink & Paint… Wait… Sure You Can!

Mani C.G. June 16, 2013

At Paint Nite Los Angeles, you’re allowed to drink and paint without risking a DUI. I’ve been seeing this around on the social deal sites and Read more »
Wednesday Nights at The Federal

Mani C.G. April 26, 2013

Welcome back Live Music! I know the DJ came and took over for a while but there’s still room for you! I’m really excited about this post Read more »

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