Vivica A. Fox and Ciarra Carter launch ladies’ athleisure line By Kamala Kirk Originally from Nashville, Ciarra Carter moved to Los Angeles in 2008 to pursue her dream of becoming an actress. She first met Vivica A. Fox in 2015 on the set of “Dead End,” an independent action movie they both co-starred in. They instantly […]
Magical Getaway
Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club is an idyllic retreat amongst nature By Kamala Kirk Less than an hour’s drive up the coastline from Playa Vista is Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club, a luxury eco-safe resort in Malibu that includes a private 250-acre ranch along with an exclusive beachfront beach club for guests. From […]
Fitness Recovery
RVIVL brings innovative wellness services to Playa Vista By Jessica Koslow About three and a half years ago, Ken Silver and Dr. Adam Sands began taking trips to the grocery store to buy 200 pounds of ice to fill up a big plastic garden tub in the parking lot of Sands’ office. When friends they […]
Strategic Relationship Consultant
Playa Vista resident Stephanie Mintz offers a unique alternative to traditional therapy By Kamala Kirk Strategic Relationship Consulting was born out of a need for the type of help that Stephanie Mintz discovered people had been wanting. While she was going through school and training to become a licensed marriage and family therapist, she realized that […]
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 […]
Dining Safely
Entrepreneur brings MenuMD to Playa Vista to help people with food allergies By Bridgette M. Redman For those suffering from food allergies, Janylle Radden may be their new best friend. As a person with nut allergies, she is intimately familiar with the stress of eating out and being at the mercy of servers who may or […]
Events Calendar
-Compiled by Kamala Kirk Restoration at LAX Dunes Saturday, Oct. 1 Please join the monthly restoration event at the LAX Dunes. Since 2015, The Bay Foundation, Friends of the Lax Dunes, and Los Angeles World Airports, along with thousands of volunteers, have worked to restore, enhance and protect this unique habitat. Come volunteer to help […]
Adoptable Pets
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! […]
Brazilian Steakhouse
Fogo de Chão opens new location in El Segundo By Kamala Kirk Internationally-renowned Brazilian restaurant Fogo de Chão recently opened the doors to its third Los Angeles location in El Segundo. Located just minutes from the Westside, the new location features a stunning marble and gold exterior, soaring windows, modern chandeliers, natural wood paneling and […]
Fall Flavors
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams debuts special seasonal treats By Kamala Kirk Now that autumn is officially here, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is getting everyone into the spirit of the season with the “How is it fall already?” collection, which features five classic flavors including Green Mint Chip, Boston Cream Pie, and Cookies in Cream. Pumpkin Cake […]