Treat yourself to a day of self-care and wellness at one of these luxury spas Story by Kamala Kirk We lead such busy and stressful lives, and the pandemic has taken a toll on everyone, both physically and mentally. Investing in your own health and well-being is one of the most important things that you […]
In-person specialty health care appointments peak after COVID-19
By Family Features In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people put off in-person visits to the doctor’s office. They were able to do so because virtual visits allowed them to safely get the care they needed while avoiding the uncertainty and precautions that accompanied in-person visits, such as wearing masks, undergoing temperature […]
Divine Energy
Nancy Mills empowers others to heal through art Story by Kamala Kirk Just before Nancy Mills turned 70, she discovered her calling as an energy artist. While meeting for coffee with an intuitive close friend, Mills asked what was on the horizon. Her friend said she envisioned her painting. “I couldn’t even hold a ruler. […]
Keeping Women Well
Jessica Gallo introduces clients to the Mommy Tribe Story By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | photo by LUIS CHAVEZ Jessica Gallo says she feels women need to be supported. They take on their fair share of work within and outside of the family. “It weighs us down for sure,” she says. For 15 years, […]
A Cool Time
Jeni’s Free Market has the scoop on the art of ice cream Story By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Jeni Britton Bauer sees ice cream as more than a treat. Ice cream is her art, and she shares it through Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. “At first, I felt eating the ice cream was delicious,” […]
Honest Mexican Eats
Loqui brings taqueria-inspired cuisine to Playa Vista Story By Kamala Kirk | Photo by Skandia Shafer Founded by longtime friends Ari Ampudia and Cameron Wallace, Loqui originated in 2013 as a weekly pop-up at Tartine Bakery in San Francisco. The team spent three years preparing recipes that brought unique Mexican tastes to life before relocating […]
Reaching New Heights
Sender One to open first bouldering-only facility in Playa Vista Story by Sara Edwards | Photo BY MATTHEW BECKER Alice Kao first got into rock climbing 12 years ago after going through a break-up. She had just moved to London when it was too cold to exercise outside and didn’t have any friends there. When […]
Editor’s Note: Spring Forward
Now that spring is in full swing, many of us are ready to get off the couch and spend more time outdoors enjoying the beautiful Southern California weather. Whether it’s going to the beach, hitting the gym or dining at your favorite restaurant – there’s no shortage of fun things to do now that businesses […]
Creative Pursuit
Sheena Tahilramani turned her passion for candle making into a business Story by Kamala Kirk | Photo courtesy Banter & Bliss Candle Co. When Sheena Tahilramani ran a public relations firm, she yearned to send her clients unique holiday gifts that they could enjoy. She decided to start making custom labeled candles, which became an […]
Helping Businesses Bloom
Deutsch LA launches free brand building program for Black entrepreneurs Story by Kamala Kirk | Photo courtesy OF Ben Morris/Deutsch LA Playa Vista-based advertising agency Deutsch LA recently announced the public launch of Blackness in Full Bloom, a free four-week virtual brand building program designed to assist and amplify Black-owned businesses in Los Angeles. “Blackness […]