If you walked past Joe Rinaudo’s house in La Crescenta-Montrose, you probably wouldn’t think anything extraordinary of it. You wouldn’t expect, for example, that it contains a 20-seat silent movie …
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This old steakhouse transforms into SoCal’s hottest salsa dancing hub by night
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis Jonesp]:text-cms-story-body-color-text clearfix”> In the working-class city of Commerce, where cars speed past on highways and the Citadel Outlets tower over neighborhoods, there is a steakhouse named Stevens. By day, it’s …
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She got her first tattoo at 65. Now, she has 17 and feels ‘seen’
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesSandee Althouse walked into a Silver Lake gift shop dressed in an almost austere, simple black dress, her curly black hair graying at the temples. She carried herself like an …
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The holiday stocking stuffer is the most delightful of challenges. It’s a gift that should be small, yet thoughtful. Affordable, yet elegant. Playful, but not a throwaway. But most important …
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Times are tough and inflation is real, but this holiday season, it’s still possible to shower your loved ones in luxury without breaking the bank. There’s no rule that says …
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11 fresh gifts by L.A. brands that should be on your radar
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesBuying a gift from a Los Angeles-owned brand feels more thoughtful than a last-minute Amazon delivery or mad dash Target grab. Here are some unique finds for the stylish people …
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Stumped for holiday present ideas? Food gifts have universal appeal: These are fun and practical at once. And even more meaningful because they’re from local small businesses including L.A. restaurants, …
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L.A.’s best sushi spot has a new fresh space and a star bartender
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe Elysian is a mod apartment building originally designed in the 1960s by architect William Pereira. The original LACMA campus also numbered among Pereira’s projects, as did my favorite skyscraper …
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Meta opens West Hollywood store to showcase smart glasses, VR headsets
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesMeta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, opened a new flagship store in Los Angeles where people can try out their smart glasses and virtual reality headsets while learning …
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Time’s running out to visit the famed Gottleib Native Garden
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWelcome, incredibly, to November, the start of holiday feasting, eggnog abominations and prime planting season in Southern California, especially for sweet peas, greens and native wildflowers. This is the best …