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HIDDEN GEMS IN THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY Featured image of HIDDEN GEMS IN THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

To the north of the Los Angeles Basin lies the San Fernando Valley. Once known as a stereotypical bastion of suburban living, “The Valley” is today more diverse, complex, and cultured than ever before. It boasts iconic network and movie studios, as well as eclectic art galleries, parks, shopping centers, innovative theme parks, countless restaurants collective...

calendar_month 11/27/23
Remembering the Golden Age of the Great Los Angeles Mall
The Great American malls during their heyday
Local Businesses
HIDDEN GEMS IN THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY Featured image of HIDDEN GEMS IN THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

To the north of the Los Angeles Basin lies the San Fernando Valley. Once known as a stereotypical bastion of suburban living, “The Valley” is today more diverse, complex, and cultured than ever before. It boasts iconic network and movie studios, as well as eclectic art galleries, parks, shopping centers, innovative theme parks, countless restaurants collective...

Housing
Unlocking the Secret to Success: Selling Your Home in the Summer Featured image of Unlocking the Secret to Success: Selling Your Home in the Summer

"Unlocking the Secret to Success: Selling Your Home in the Summer" If you're considering selling your home, timing is key. And let me tell you, summer is the golden ticket to a successful sale. Why, you ask? Well, let's break it down. First off, the weather. Summer brings sunshine, longer days, and a burst of energy that naturally draws people outdoors. Potential buyers ...

Real Estate
Unlocking the Secret to Success: Selling Your Home in the Summer Featured image of Unlocking the Secret to Success: Selling Your Home in the Summer

"Unlocking the Secret to Success: Selling Your Home in the Summer" If you're considering selling your home, timing is key. And let me tell you, summer is the golden ticket to a successful sale. Why, you ask? Well, let's break it down. First off, the weather. Summer brings sunshine, longer days, and a burst of energy that naturally draws people outdoors. Potential buyers ...

Entertainment
Looking for the Best British Pub in Los Angeles? Featured image of Looking for the Best British Pub in Los Angeles?

For a city that is decidedly not in Great Britain, Los Angeles is home to a surprising number of British pubs. Now we know what you’re thinking: can we really call an establishment a British pub if it’s in California? We suppose it’s a bit like trying to find an authentic Mexican restaurant in London. That being said, our list of the best British pubs in LA is chock ...

calendar_month 11/29/23
6 Holiday Cocktail Recipes for the Festive Winter Season
We’ve got the most essential holiday list that’s both naughty and nice!
calendar_month 11/13/23
Things to do on Thanksgiving in Los Angeles
Stuff your holiday weekend with these things to do on Thanksgiving, from turkey trots to holiday marketplaces
Home Design & Decor
LA Home Spotlight
Tony Duquette Sculpted Exotic Dreams in Dawnridge
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You don’t have to be a Hollywood insider to recognize the name Tony Duquette. Throughout the 1940s and ‘50s, he elevated set decoration to an art form with his “more is more” approach. It earned him a great deal of admirers, some well-positioned friends, and, it would seem, a small fortune. However, recent years have shown the majority of his wealth came from real estate...

Business
September home sales drop to the lowest level since the foreclosure crisis Featured image of September home sales drop to the lowest level since the foreclosure crisis

KEY POINTS Existing home sales dropped to the slowest pace since October 2010. There were 1.13 million homes for sale at the end of September, down more than 8% from a year ago. Adding to higher mortgage rates, the median price of a home sold in September was $394,300, up 2.8% year over year. WATCH NOW VIDEO01:18 September home sales drop to the lowest level since the G...