FROM ANNENBERG PETSPACE The coolest buddies in Playa Vista are waiting for their new forever homes Eddy Check out this cute dude! Eddy is at the perfect age to enter a new home and follow your lead. Show this little guy the ropes and take him on all your adventures. Bring home the perfect companion today! […]
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Editor
New Year, New Name
2023 is officially here and I’m excited to announce the debut of our first official issue as Playa Vista Magazine (formerly Playa Vista Direct) with all of you! While our name may be slightly different, we still look forward to sharing the latest and greatest content with you about the vibrant community of neighbors and […]
Food
The Samsons stand out with a bright California osteria
By Jessica Koslow Superfine Playa’s electric blue building and bright red letters near the roof boldly announce its arrival at Silicon Beach’s RUNWAY Playa Vista. The playful structure is energizing and eye-catching. What used to be The Bull and Butterfly Steakhouse transitioned to a casual California osteria on January 1 and officially opened its doors […]
Misael Villa has created a comfortable, quality eatery
By Jessica Koslow Neighbors was the first word that popped into Misael Villa’s head when he looked at the space formerly occupied by Hal’s Bar & Grill. The Venice institution once flourished on Abbot Kinney and opened its second location on Runway Playa Vista before closing in 2018. “When the space was offered to us, […]
Sarah Kim warms her neighbors with Moto Ramen
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Restaurateur Sarah Kim calls her latest venture, Moto Ramen in Culver City, a trip back home. She grew up in the city, feels comfortable with her neighbors and loves feeding them. Kim, who has spent two decades in the industry, said the location just made sense. “I see the neighborhood changing,” she […]
Events
EVENTS CALENDAR
Freeway Funk Yard Standup Comedy Thursday, Dec. 1 Freeway Funk Yard is a large hidden lot nestled near a secret Westside Los Angeles freeway where you can see some of LA’s top comics perform in an outdoor Playa Vista speakeasy. Hosted by Nick Hoff and Ryan Churchill.. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $15 per person. […]
People
Playa del Rey mom is fighting back with Westside Activists
By Srianthi Perera When Ahmanise Sanati was looking for a career change in 2006, a relative introduced her to a hospital social worker. The organization’s code of ethics contained the words “challenge social injustice.” It felt like a calling. “There was no turning back,” recalls Sanati, who currently counsels youth affected by foster care, homelessness, […]
Building Businesses
Playa Vista entrepreneur finds success with multiple ventures By Bridgette M. Redman The entrepreneurial blood runs thick in Geoff Shames’ veins. From selling marked up candy to classmates to co-founding two marketing-related agencies, the Playa Vista entrepreneur has made a career of building businesses that cater to his passions and talents. It all started in the […]
Travel
Literary Hiking Guide
New book spotlights San Gabriel Mountains’ best trails By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The way David Harris sees it, San Gabriel Mountains trails are like his children. He can’t choose a favorite. “There are so many, and each one has its charms in a special way,” he says. Harris is so close to the subject matter that […]