Kathy moved to Los Angeles more than 20 years ago. She has an insatiable curiosity for experiencing new places, so L.A. is perfect for her personality. Kathy spends her free time soaking up local culture, finding out-of-the-way restaurants, seeking out one-of-a-kind shops and visiting world-famous museums.
Kathy's Picks
Yamashiro
Japanese Lounge
Enjoy a long list of unique sushi rolls, delicious entrees and snappy cocktails in the serene confines of this Japanese eatery.
1999 North Sycamore Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90068
United States
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Huckleberry Bakery And Cafe
Lovely Bakery
Indulge in homemade delicacies, artisan confectionery and gourmet coffee made from the finest, organic ingredients at Huckleberry cafe.
1014 Wilshire Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
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Ayara Thai Cuisine
Home Cooking
Ayara Thai's Asapahu family opens their doors to every day and serves their signature Thai dishes to their loyal clientele.
6245 West 87th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90045
United States
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Bar Chloe
Speakeasy Style
Backgammon boards complement the warm parlor room ambiance of Bar Chloe, a 1930s speakeasy-style gastro-pub in downtown Santa Monica.
1449 Second Street
Los Angeles, CA 90401
United States
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Mandrake
Hidden & Nondescript
Popular with young, hip locals this hidden bar is ideal for sipping a few cocktails. Enjoy the anonymity with a Dark and Stormy.
2692 South La Cienega Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90034
United States
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Château Marmont
Legendary Establishment
Great for celebrity-hunting, the Chateau Marmont’s calm and intimate bar will transport you to the glamour of old Hollywood.
8221 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90046
United States
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Beehive
Sweets & Sweaters
The candy wall isn't the only sweet treat you'll find at Beehive, the Manhattan Beach boutique with cutting edge hand-picked fashions.
451 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90266
United States
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The Stronghold
Denim Construction
The pioneering denim manufacturer reinvents itself to create a fashion line of customized jeans sewn with threads of authenticity.
1625 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice, CA 90291
United States
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Fred Segal
Trend Factory
With a diverse coterie of boutiques under one roof, the Californian retail legend has more than enough fodder to appease the fashion hungry.
500 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States
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Hollywood Heritage Museum
Movie Magic
Come explore the world of early Hollywood at this museum devoted to the stars and technological advances throughout film history.
2100 North Highland Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90068
United States
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Music Center
Performing Arts
Including the sleek Frank Gehry-designed Walt Disney concert hall, expect to see symphony concerts, jazz, ballet and modern dance.
135 North Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012
United States
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Kenneth Hahn State Park
Natural Refuge
Slow down your day with a relaxing walk around Hahn Park's lotus pond or a reflective sit near the park's streaming waterfall.
4100 South La Cienega Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90008
United States
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