Patricia “Patty” Casado, Who Fought to Regain Control of Lucy’s El Adobe Café, Dies
There was excitement in the prospect that once revered Lucy’s El Adobe Café on Melrose would open after a long hiatus. There was construction and workers on site, and then... Patricia “Patty” Casado, the daughter of Lucy’s El Adobe Café founders Frank and Lucy Casado...
Getty Center Presents Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985
Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985 gathers work created during three transformative decades in American cultural life. These are not photographs that stand quietly on a wall. They insist. They document protest and possibility, intimacy and identity. They reflect a period when artists seized control of the lens and, in doing so, redefined visual culture.
Portfolio: Eli Anizor
Eli Anizor is an Orange County-based photographer and the founder of Eli Anizor Photography. Starting his journey at a young age, Eli has built a thriving professional practice by leaning into a contemporary perspective that prioritizes raw, honest connection. His...
The Art on the Wall
Clean lines, bold statements, and design that photographs as well as it lives — that’s why Exhibitiv is landing on the radar of Southern California’s interiors crowd. The online gallery specializes in curated, modern wall art, with striking multi-panel works and...
Asakura: A Dining Journey
Asakura, also known as Nihonryori Asakura, is a fine-dining Japanese restaurant in West Los Angeles specializing in kaiseki, the traditional multi-course tasting menu. Affiliated with the Tokyo restaurant La Bombance, Asakura opened in 2025 with the goal of bringing...
SoCal Museums Free-for-All 2026
What is better than art that is free? Plan ahead as SoCal’s most beloved art day is officially back. On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Museums Free-for-All returns with a region-wide invitation to experience Southern California’s museums with free general admission for...
BOB MACKIE: Reflections of Glamour
The Palm Springs exhibition offers more than nostalgia. It traces Mackie’s evolution from a young designer sketching costumes for Hollywood studios to the undisputed master of spectacle whose designs defined stars like Cher, Carol Burnett, Diana Ross, and Elton John. His creations are immediately recognizable: skin-baring silhouettes, impossibly intricate embroidery, and a fearless embrace of camp long before the term entered the cultural mainstream.
The Best SoCal Destinations to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is near and if you haven't begun planning for the love in your life yet, you're a little behind the ball! Luckily, SoCal has plenty of activities, attractions, and destinations, so it isn't too difficult to dream up the over-the-top evening — or quiet...
Hyatt Regency Irvine to Host Second Annual Super Bowl Poolside Watch Party
Hyatt Regency Irvine is pulling out all the stops, again! When it comes to the big game, bars, tailgating, and watch parties at your friend's and family's homes are officially outdated. What's taking their place? A private cabana at a heated poolside, with a...
The Train to Las Vegas: An Update
Today, nearly 50 million annual trips occur between Los Angeles and Las Vegas – over 85% of them by automobile – a trip which is unpredictable, unreliable and challenged by congestion. Brightline West expects to serve 9 million one-way passengers annually.The idea of...
Run the Heart of L.A.: The Griffith Park Run Returns February 1
There’s no better way to experience Los Angeles than on foot, and few places capture the city’s spirit like Griffith Park. On Sunday, February 1, 2026, runners and walkers of all levels are invited to do just that when the annual Griffith Park Run Half Marathon and 5K...
2025 Oscar Nominations
With the release of the latest Oscar nominations, the state of motion pictures in Hollywood appears paradoxical: creatively confident, culturally relevant, yet economically unsettled. On the artistic front, the industry is showing real vitality. The nominated films...
Forest Lawn Celebrates Black History Month
GLENDALE, CA—Forest Lawn will celebrate Black History Month with a free, one-night-only event on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 4:00-7:30 PM. Forest Lawn, in partnership with producer Charles Lane, will bring African American experiences and culture to life with...
New Southern California Restaurants – January 2026
From buzzy openings and long-awaited debuts to chef-driven pop-ups and neighborhood newcomers, this is where food news happens first. We track the latest restaurant openings, menu reveals, and dining destinations shaping the local scene—what’s new, what’s worth the...
Ask the Experts: Solo Cruising for Southern California Travelers
Expert solo travel tips for Southern California cruisers. Discover the best cruises, solo cabin deals, top cruise lines, and advice on booking solo-friendly sailings from Los Angeles, Long Beach, and San Diego. Ask the Experts: Solo Cruising for Southern...
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