For Heaven’s Cake
Julia Shapiro - Staff Writer
February 2, 2012
Tired of the usual Susie Cakes or Crumbs Cupcakes? Thankfully, a new dessert shop has been introduced to the area just in time for the most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day. In Thousand Oaks, For Heaven’s Cakes is centered alongside a sidewalk filled with eccentric boutiques and restaurants.... Read more »
The Chocolate Box Cafe
Julia Shapiro - Staff Writer
February 2, 2012
Walking across the wooden floors of the Malibu Lumber Yard while surrounded by the salty sea breeze of the Pacific Ocean, one is drawn to the scent of cocoa mixed with caramel, fruit and almonds emitted from a café in the far corner of the plaza. The ChocolateBox Café is a modern eatery with delectable... Read more »
Grammy Nominees
February 2, 2012
The album 21 by Adele is a shoo-in to win Album of the Year at the 2012 Grammy Awards. Each song makes one truly feel her pain and sorrow- from the tough, intense control portrayed in Set Fire to the Rain to emotional tearjerkers felt from Someone Like You, Adele conquers all. Her courage after facing... Read more »
Santa Monica’s Soda Jerk serves up scrumptious sundaes with a traditional flair
December 15, 2011
The sweet aroma of old-fashioned ice cream lingers in the air, tempting customers to take a journey back in time. Soda Jerks, located in the Carousel Building on the Santa Monica Pier, is a classic 1930s diner serving up old-fashioned ice cream to modern consumers. In 1937, the first “soda jerk”... Read more »
Very Venice Art and Design Gallery
Siena Goldman - Staff Writer
December 15, 2011
During an outing at Abbot Kinney Boulevard in the center of Venice, clothing stores and cafés appeal to everyday locals and tourists. Among the various boutiques and galleries, the eccentric Very Venice Art and Design Gallery catches the eye of every pedestrian that is looking to enhance and... Read more »
Moonlight Rollerway at Los Angeles
Allie Barnes - Staff Writer
December 15, 2011
For anyone who dreams of roller skating back to the ‘50s but lacks a time machine, Moonlight Rollerway is the perfect solution. Located inGlendale, Moonlight Rollerway has been a famous hot spot for over 50 years. For first-time visitors, it is evident that no detail was overlooked in creating the... Read more »
Super Car Sunday
Kinsey Marker - Staff Writer
December 15, 2011
The blazing Sunday sun glares off of the newly polished spinners as a candy-apple red Ford GT glides into an open parking space. Groups of car fanatics fill the lot as the revving engines of 1950s Rolls Royce Phantom IVs and Mercury Montereys capture the crowd’s attention. Car lovers repeatedly take... Read more »
Whimsic Alley brings world of magic to life
Allie Barnes - Staff Writer, '14
October 29, 2011
Other articles that you might be interested in: Cha Cha Chicken Caribbean Cafe Halloween costume shop gives customers a thrill CHS Halloween look-a-likes For fans of all things magical, Los Angeles’ Whimsic Alley facilitates an escape from real life into a world where anything is possible. As one... Read more »
Museum of Jurassic Technology
Alexa Carlucci - Staff Writer, '12
October 29, 2011
The Museum Of Jurassic Technology can be found on 9341 Venice Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232. Before you spend hours upon hours watching all the Jurassic Park movies to prepare for your visit, as I did, know one thing: this museum is not about dinosaurs. You will not find a single life-size... Read more »
Halloween recepies to die for
Sarah Brown - Entertainment Editor
October 29, 2011
Candy Bar Cupcakes Ingredients • 9 fun-size or 21 mini chocolate-coated caramel and creamy nougat bars • 1/2 cup butter or margarine • 2 cups sugar • 1 cup shortening • 3 large eggs • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda •... Read more »