Korean food is GOOD MOOD FOOD. It’s an entire eating culture all centered around comfort and a good time. Tokki brings that concept to life BIG TIME. Their menu is Korean-based, but with a unique twist and influence from other cuisines. All dishes are meant to be shared so bring all your friends and order everything!
Read MoreTop-notch pizza, oysters, natural wine, and craft cocktails. I’m there. De La Nonna is SUCH A VIBE. It’s giving Italian/Amalfi coast summers mixed with LA backyard pool party. A mixed crowd ranging from families with small humans (it me), influencers in the wild, foodies, and date nighters.
Read MoreGone are the last minute trips with one carry-on. HEY but I’m not mad at it. I love creating new memories with my little family. Also I love a good project management opportunity, lol. I’m still figuring it out and I still get pre-flight anxiety, but here are some tips that I’ve picked up and have been extremely helpful! Everything I reference here is linked in my Amazon idea list.
Read Moreaka 6th Street Bridge and connects the Arts District DTLA with Boyle Heights. This new bridge just reopened on July 9, 2022 and it’s a replacement for the OG viaduct that was demolished in 2016. The OG was built in 1932 and was a historical landmark (also in so many movies including one of my faves-Grease!), but its serious structural issues outweighed the status which led to the demolition. Her big makeover took six years and SHE HAS ARRIVED. It is absolutely gorgeous and it gives me Brooklyn Bridge vibes. I’m obsessed.
Read MoreI had no idea what to bring so I brought fucking everything. Looking back, I didn’t use most of it but some stuff I was very thankful I brought. Here’s my “must have” hospital bag for labor, delivery, and postpartum care. Everything is linked in my Amazon idea list.
Read MoreHi moms, dads and soon-to-be parents! Hope everyone is well. Me? Over here still trying to figure shit out and having lots of fun doing it! Learning along the way and sharing as I go. This is a fun age! Here’s another list of “must have baby items” that our 3-6 month old Nicobaby needed/enjoyed during this stage. For items that continued to be useful, I copied them over from the newborn list. Most items are found on Amazon and linked here on my Must Have Baby Items: 3-6 months Amazon List.
Read MoreTaking care of a newborn is not easy and sleep deprivation makes it even more challenging. So instead of giving you the bullshit mom advice of “sleep when baby sleeps”, my advice is start sleep training early! The sooner your baby sleeps through the night, the sooner YOU get to sleep through the night and will no longer feel like a mombie!! At 10 weeks, my Nico baby started sleeping through the night (10-12 hours) consistently (and now he’s taking really great naps!) and I owe it to three things that I would recommend every parent try!
Read MoreIf I could live anywhere ELSE in the world, it would be New York City. There’s so much to say about it and why I am obsessed, but if I could sum it up in just a few words: Its energy is intoxicating. Addicting, even. The hustle, the grind, and the beauty in it all. There’s inspiration in everything you eat, see, hear, smell - (Ok maybe not smell.) and it’s all just one subway ride away. I LOVE IT ALL. I compiled a list of go-tos that I’ve try to visit every trip and a couple of newer spots I enjoyed in my recent trip in October 2021.
Read MoreNortheast LA Food HypeGirl Series featuring all of my neighborhood finds starting with my FAVE find so far: Dough Box Pizza. I thought I've had all the best pizza in LA, but Dough Box pizza is like SERIOUS next level! Break that ketosis bitch and forget your low-carb diet because the dough is so good here, you cannot throw away the crust. Crispy yet perfectly soft and chewy. They offer Chicago deep dish and NY pan style - best of both worlds.
Read MoreWorking out consistently really helped me throughout my pregnancy and through labor and delivery (more about that in another post) both physically and mentally. I didn’t feel much discomfort during pregnancy (i.e. back pain, trouble sleeping). Working out also helped me cope with work stress - I definitely felt more relaxed and less anxious. Hope this list is helpful for mommies who are interested in working out during pregnancy.
Read MoreGirl & the Goat is originally from Chicago and I first heard about it back in 2016 when I visited for the first time. It was highly recommended by locals. Unfortunately, there were no reservations available during our visit (duh) so I bookmarked it for our next trip. Welp, we haven’t gone back to Chicago since BUT thankfully Girl & the Goat came to us. So on top of the 4 months we had to wait for our reservation is another 5 years of anticipation. WORTH THE WAIT? 100% YAS.
Read MoreWhen I made my baby registry, I had no idea wtf I was doing. I just added whatever was recommended and later learned that a lot of it wasn’t necessary or Nico just didn’t care for it. Stating the obvious, but not all babies/moms/dads are the same. What worked for Nico and us may not work for you. So I found that having our registry on Amazon worked out the best because of their return policy!
To help new moms like me who had no fucking idea, I gathered a list of some items that I 110% recommend you at least try. And if they don’t work out for you and baby, exchange for diapers! All linked HERE.
Read MoreSo much has happened! It’s been a while since I’ve published anything, but I have a million (ok maybe 20) drafts that are almost ready. I woke up this morning with an urge to write and share, so here I am. It’s 5:30AM, I made myself a nice oatly latte, and I’m pumping. Yes, breastmilk. More on that here…
Read MoreAfter a long year of being stuck at home + avoiding certain food/alcohol due to pregnancy :), I’m ready to hit the town with my little family. Sharing with you my must-try spots for this summer AKA my Summer 2021 LA Hit List. Let me know if you’ve tried any of these places and if they’re worth the hype!
Read MoreMalibu trips are the perfect mini-getaways when LA gets too... LA. Haha, if you know, you know. While known to be upscale and chic, Malibu maintains the very chill, beach town vibe. We are so fortunate to have Malibu just a short drive away. Here are some of my go-tos.
Read MoreI’m not vegan, but I love vegans, dining with my favorites friends who happen to be vegan, hanging at these cool vegan spots, and vegan food.
Read MoreIn an unassuming strip mall in Encino, you’ll escape to an exceptional outdoor omakase experience - 17 courses with an optional drink pairing including sake and Japanese whisky cocktails. Bar seating aka front row seats to see the swanky sushi chefs work their nigiri magic. Limited to 8 people for each dining hour giving you an intimate dinner party feel, even though your party is safely separated from other parties with plexiglass :).
Read MoreMy top 20 takeout spots in Los Angeles! Now, more than ever, it is important to support our local businesses. And I know I’m not the only one tired of cooking…
Read More3-day weekend to-do list: TREAT YOURSELF. Zoom all of your friends and family. Drink. Drink heavily. Relax. And of course: ENJOY AMAZING FOOD. Here’s a list of restaurants offering BBQ kits/Memorial Day deals in Los Angeles.
Read MoreIt’s binging season! Missing that LA (outside) lifestyle?! Me too. Relive that LA life safely in your home by (re)watching shows and movies based in our beautiful city.
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