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place to read, write and enjoy living
The Cow's End has been apart of the Marina Del Rey beach scene forever! You go there for a great Chai Latte and a bowl of Brazilian breakfast or for the deli counter added a year back. It's open and...
The Cow's End has been apart of the Marina Del Rey beach scene forever! You go there for a great Chai Latte and a bowl of Brazilian breakfast or for the deli counter added a year back. It's open and airy with an upstairs area. It's a great place to study over the traditional coffee house because the vibe there is calm and light-hearted with fresh ocean air! There's seating to accomadate large groups too. You have to bring cash, (just like the S & W cafe) otherwise your other option is the $2.00 ATM fee, ouch! The best thing about Cow's End is it's consistency, you'll always get a good coffee or tea and the food is simple and hearty. The line tends to be long, but hey, you're at the beach...what's the hurry?
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children's theatre and beyond
Liz Monjauze productions puts on plays for children up to the age of 17. We came across her completely by accident and she has been one of the most positive influences in my daughters’ and her best...
Liz Monjauze productions puts on plays for children up to the age of 17. We came across her completely by accident and she has been one of the most positive influences in my daughters’ and her best (male) friends lives. They have become more effervescent when they speak and more able to express themselves. Doing these workshops with Liza (which also provide dance classes too if you’re interested) has awakened my child into the concept of believing in herself. She’s also been exposed to a different type of child through these plays, not just children who are watching TV or playing video games, but kids who are excited, positive and fun to be around. I can honestly say that it’s Liza love for musicals and the children that gives them their drive to perform and have lots of fun at the same time. Liza and her sister Molly have also made a positive impact on me, the mom, because they both are so loving and so positive that they have taught me more verbal skills to help me communicate lovingly to my child.
If you ever felt this was a possibility for your kids, I can not say enough positive things.
Please check out her website for more information at:www.lizamproductions.com or to be put on their mailing list you can call 310 656 9424
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Family owned coffee house with taste
The Conservatory Coffee House in Culver City (10117 Washington Blvd) boasts a long line of regular customers who refuse to go any place else. That's most likely because the coffee is roasted there...
The Conservatory Coffee House in Culver City (10117 Washington Blvd) boasts a long line of regular customers who refuse to go any place else. That's most likely because the coffee is roasted there daily by A.J. the manager/ jazz enthusiast who is the soul of the establishment. They offer a variety of fresh ground coffees for take home which are done to order. The coffee house itself offers Elixirs, teas, all traditional coffee drinks and an assortment of pastries to die for, really. You've never had a croissant or danish like this at Starbucks or Coffee Bean. The atmosphere is cozy with all the regulars including a few Sony execs with laptops from across the street. Jazz is usually the music of choice but that does vary if A.J. actually takes 5 minutes off from work. They're open 6 days a week. Saturdays till 2p and weekdays till 6p and closed on Sundays.
As a note on their character, they also donate to local establishments and charities (when approached by guests) on a regular basis.
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Happy hour and Sunday jazz
There are two Chaya's, this one and the more popularly known, Venice location. The reason I write about this one is the extended happy hour hours and the fact that they have jazz on Sunday evenings....
There are two Chaya's, this one and the more popularly known, Venice location. The reason I write about this one is the extended happy hour hours and the fact that they have jazz on Sunday evenings. My favorite martini there is the one with Lychee juice, yum! and they serve a crunchy coconut shrimp roll that is soooo good. The happy hour goes until 8p every night and on Sunday and Mondays all night. The ambiance there is "cool" with a clean open feel. The bar is comfortable, I can't say I've ever felt the service there was warm, but it is efficient. Not complaining, just giving you a head's up.
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so much to choose from
Maxwell's is located on the corner of Washington Blvd and Walgrove. They often sport a line on the weekends, so you want to get there early or just pour yourself a cup of coffee while you wait. ...
Maxwell's is located on the corner of Washington Blvd and Walgrove. They often sport a line on the weekends, so you want to get there early or just pour yourself a cup of coffee while you wait. They have many choices of sausages, veggie, chicken, etc as well as several options for sides with your breakfast that you might not find at other places. They have a counter for single seating, where I love to get good ol' fashioned cream of wheat with mixed berries. Their prices are fair and match the quality and generosity of the food. The service is friendly and the staff knows most everyone by name. I highly recommend this place, it's has a homey feel and a great menu and they bend over backwards to get you anything you want. So, if you want pancakes like mom used to make, head to Maxwell's.
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Graphic Designer really cares
Finding someone to understand your idea and your vision can be tough. Finding someone who really cares, even tougher. However, if you're looking for a free-lance, creatively advanced and excellent...
Finding someone to understand your idea and your vision can be tough. Finding someone who really cares, even tougher. However, if you're looking for a free-lance, creatively advanced and excellent referenced woman to help you create an image or logo that's exactly what you're trying to say...call Karen. She originally designed my business cards and let's just say, "the rest is history". EVERY TIME and I do mean every time I hand over my card, I get a compliment. I just send them directly to Karen Kamberg Designs so she can do the same for them. Her work history entails everything from Downtown luxury condo sales, to the Ugly Dolls and working with advertising agencies as large as Ogilvy. This may sound intimidating, but don't let it be, she's down to Earth and flexible. Give her a call when you're in need of a creative angel with pizazz!
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Yoga, Tai Qi, Tea and Artistic Expression
Shakti's Elements is an art and wellness center that celebrates diversity. The space incorporates an art and bead store, wellness room, tai qi, yoga, and an organic tea bar all under on airy roof. ...
Shakti's Elements is an art and wellness center that celebrates diversity. The space incorporates an art and bead store, wellness room, tai qi, yoga, and an organic tea bar all under on airy roof. Shakti's Follows and develops the Wei Wu Zen lifestyle modality which incorporates a variety of methods to help one achieve wellness. The founders, staff and teachers seek to create a peaceful, nurturing environment for the entire community. As a grand opening special they are doing a $30. for 30 days and work on a donation basis with the suggested donation being $12. per class.
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Great and Healthy
Hu's is one of those local favorites that was once a best kept secret until people like me starting using my big mouth too much! This is a family owned Chinese food restuarant with Eric running the...
Hu's is one of those local favorites that was once a best kept secret until people like me starting using my big mouth too much! This is a family owned Chinese food restuarant with Eric running the show. He's pleasant and aimed to please, which just seems so unusual these days! He's right there with a smile and a suggestion as to what's the perfect thing is for you to eat. The green beans are everybody's favorite and you can get them with pork or no pork. The orange chicken which traditionally (Panda Express, ew) is gooey and overly fried is instead lightly coated with fresh orange peel added, which is just delicious. These are just two dishes I recommend, but I will let Eric take it from here! If you are a local and by some strange and bad luck, haven't heard of Hu's, they do have deliverly available too(whew).
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Happy Hour Deal
La Vecchia was a place I would visit for their thin crust pizza and garlic fix. Now, this place is known for so much more than that, but for now I will just focus on the new fun, "Happy Hour". They...
La Vecchia was a place I would visit for their thin crust pizza and garlic fix. Now, this place is known for so much more than that, but for now I will just focus on the new fun, "Happy Hour". They have graciously decided to do a 5-7p free food buffet, a reduce happy hour menu selection and $5. glasses of wine or martini's, oh by golly! My girlfriends and I like to go for the bar only (where the happy hour is traditionally held) gab fest which can only be done in an environment as cool and comfortable as this, after all, we are still single! So, we find that hanging out there for a couple of hours is a nice way to catch up, eat for a really great price and still be home early enough to get other things done.
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Doughboys-don't do it with pride
Doughboys is a trendy restaurant on 3rd, just down the street from The Grove. I’ve gone a couple of times now, because I like the change of pace from the feel and the people on the West side of...
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