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LA Guide: 6 Places for A Summer Brunch
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
With Spring in full effect here is an updated checklist for must-try brunches. So grab your friends and brunch away at some of the newest and trending restaurant. Don‘t forget to bring along that Instax camera to capture that Instagram worthy #foodporn.
Mothers Day Guide in LA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
It’s tea time! Treat your special mama to a fine evening at the American Tea Room. Located in the arts district, this modern space is welcoming with it’s minimal yet sleek arrangements with plenty of natural sunlight.
Chill Out LA: 8 Must-Try Ice Cream Shops
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
With the summer heat settling in, here’s an LA guide to 8 must-try ice cream shops. They’ll help you survive the heat waves one scoop at a time.
Holly’s Hit List (You Don’t Want To Miss This)
By: Holly Liu ‘17
This is where I present to you some of my top must do events for the upcoming week! This is the last week of class…you know what that means. DOOM. Jokes, as the semester comes to an end, make sure to buckle down and study. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have some last minute fun before crunch time swings around! This is probably my last post for this semester so until next time!
8 Coachella Facts You May (Or May Not!) Know
By: Judy Lee ‘17
1. The original Coachella tickets were sold for $50 a day in 1999…
On the Lookout for Adventure
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
Adventure is all around us, you just have to watch….TV? Yes, my most recent adventure destination came from a television episode of the new series “Lucifer” on Fox which is filmed in Southern California. During the episode, the main character Lucifer interrupts this couple that was about to get married in beautiful glass covered chapel overlooking the ocean, pictured above. Curious, I Googled, “glass church by the ocean in Southern California.” Wayfarers Chapel, Rancho Palos Verdes.
5 Local Fitness Studios in LA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
If you’re looking to de-stress and find your inner balance then this is the studio for you. I love Radha Yoga because it’s proximity to USC and it’s location next to Nature’s Brew, one of my favorite local cafes. The studio is also a place of tranquility with natural lighting from the multiple windows that allows fresh air to breeze on through the studio. It’s a definitely must-try experience even if you are new to yoga…
Day Trip: Venice Canals
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
What does Los Angles California and Venice Italy have in common? They both have canals. You can save your money and a very long plane flight by just visiting the canals right here in sunny Los Angeles, Ca.
8 Best Photo and Video Apps
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
If you’re going for a vintage theme then Afterlight is your go to app. They have a large selection of adjustable filters to give your photo the perfect vintage touch. If you would like to take your photo to the next level you can also choose from a variety of film quality effects like dusty, light lea , instant film and more…
Music Festival Survivor Guide 101
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Having been to my fair share of music festivals- 8 festivals just last year, I have learned the hard way the do’s and dont’s of how to make the most of a festival. So with festival season right around the corner, here is a curated list of must-have items as you prep your bags to enjoy the music extravaganza.
10 Spring Break Hikes in LA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Looking for something to do during spring break? Look no further, here is a curated list of hikes to check off your list.
10 Instagrams Photos You Probably Have if You Go to School in LA
By: Kelly Kinas ‘16
Let’s be real: it’s hard to come up with an original Instagram photo and caption these days. You think of something creative and new to you and then when you search the hashtags, everyone said the same thing! For me, it’s not a bad thing to have a common photo (what some people call “basic”). If you go to school in Los Angeles, you definitely have at least 3 of these photos on your Instagram. How many do YOU have?