LA Area

If you love sashimi and bento boxes, this is the place to be. Amber takes us on a tour of Edobox by Chef Makoto Okuwa in Santa Monica, where you can dine outdoors in style or design your own bento box for takeaway. Watch as she samples his favorite sweet Japanese pancakes and a few bento boxes, including a vegan...

Andiamo! Lawrence Zarian is transporting us to Tuscany for a beautiful Italian dining experience at Culina Restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. It’s the closest thing to a European vacation since we all can’t travel. Watch as he learns how to make the best pizza in town.

Hidden inside St. Vibiana’s Cathedral in DTLA is Redbird LA, which has shifted its restaurant outdoors to offer multiple plein-air dining areas with gorgeous city views. Watch as Lisa Breckenridge tours the space and samples dishes from their new Thanksgiving takeout menu.

If you’re looking for all the fixings for a great brunch, look no further. Porta Via, which originally opened in Beverly Hills 26 years ago, is now in its newest location in Calabasas and boasts a beautiful open-air setting where you wine and dine al fresco. Watch as Amber tours the space and samples a few juices and menu items,...

Welcome to Haven Nature Studio, a new outdoor oasis located just outside DTLA in Montecito Heights. Swing on a hammock, meditate in a reflection pod, or take a guided yoga session all while connecting with nature. Join Amber as she takes a moment to slow down and experience the beauty of this zen space that’s “better than Xanax”.

Picture this: A fire escape, a bucket, and some of the best breakfast sandwiches around! Sounds crazy but it’s true! Amber hits the streets to experience Calabama.

Lisa Breckenridge is our LA insider and she’s taking us to a vibrant Cali-French bistro that has us saying Oui Oui! Violet Bistro is keeping customers happy with delicious dinners and sharing their culinary secrets online.

Be careful because you might walk right by this hidden gem. De Buena Planta on Abbot Kinney transformed an open parking lot into a Mexican paradise, featuring bright popping murals, green foliage, basil margaritas, corn on the cob, and much more. Watch to get the behind the scenes.

Having home workout fatigue? There is nothing like the energy of a group class to motivate you. Now you can get your heart rate up at Box ‘N Burn in Santa Monica. Not only is boxing an invigorating workout, but the classes are safely held outdoors with a mandatory mask policy and space to distance.

You’re not imagining it, this ice cream is steaming. Watch Crustacean’s chef make their signature dessert dish right at the table using the magical ingredient of liquid nitrogen. Good news is, you can try it for yourself at this beautiful Beverly Hills asian fusion restaurant—now open with safe COVID protocols in place.