Sunday , 17 January 2021
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
SoCal residents got a treat when 1964 Broadway production of ‘Funny Girl’ stopped by the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. Production was presented by 3D Theatricals. Honestly, Rachel Berry’s rendition of ‘Don’t Rain on My Parade’ on Glee is what brought ‘Funny Girl’ back to light for me. So I was excited to... Read more »
I’m not your average girl from the video… My worth is not determined by the price of my clothes… No matter what I’m wearing I will always be… the India Arie! I remember when my mom and I would sing that song together every time it came on the radio… most times, mom... Read more »
One of my favorite times of the year… Fair season! Right at that end-of-summer/beginning of fall time-frame the County Fairs come out to play. Going to the Los Angeles County Fair has become somewhat of a tradition. I mean… I’ve only been in LA for two years but I’ve been to the fair... Read more »
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 Shakespeare in school because the old English was just too much for me (I was kinda lazy). But in my adult years, I’ve become much more... Read more »
While at the 2013 Travel & Adventure Show, I entered to win a two-night stay at the Palm Springs Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa from Los Angeles Magainze. And well… I WON! Palm Springs is one of the many staycation destinations for Los Angelinos. It’s only a 2.5h drive out of the city but it... Read more »
Paint Nite Los Angeles… What a creative concept! In short, Paint Nite is an evening event when local artists host a painting classes at a local bars. It’s that simple… yet genius! If you follow my blog, you already know how I found out about it: Groupon… and I’m so glad I did!... Read more »
In all honesty, I didn’t know who Gary Baseman was before a friend of mine asked that we go checkout his exhibit at the Skirball. In fact, I’d never even heard of the Skirball Cultural Center before this invite (still a Los Angeles newbie). However as a Disney fanatic, I do remember the Disney series... Read more »
Eat See Here is a part of the LA Movies in the Park series that happens every summer. There are about 10 major locations where you can lay out the blanket and experience classic movies under the stars. Presented by Showtime, Eat See Here brings together food trucks, live music and a classic blockbuster film... Read more »
One of my go-to restaurants for brunch in Los Angeles, Larchmont Bungalow is located in Larchmont Village, Los Angeles, right where Hollywood meets Mid-Wilshire and is a part of a strip of restaurants and stores on Larchmont Blvd. I ran up on this area by accident on one of my “oh i’ll just... Read more »
San Diego is one of the “staycation” destinations for folks in Los Angeles. It’s only about a 2h drive (with min traffic) which isn’t bad for a quick turnaround trip. I was registered for a social media conference in San Diego so decided to make a day of it. I got there with... Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Cancun, Mexico! The party town for spring breakers. Home of ‘Girls Gone Wild.’ Or… Cancun, Mexico! Honeymoon central. Where lovers come Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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… … has become an overnight sensation. I discovered his mixtape, Coloring Book, in the ‘New Music’ section on Apple Music back in Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »