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Meeting Top Chef Richard Blais at The Crack Shack in Century City!

Posted on July 24, 2018 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Century City fried chicken, Crack Shack, Richard Blais, Top Chef, Westfield Century City restaurants | 6 Comments

The Crack Shack recently opened in Century City. I had heard SO many good things about The Crack Shack, so I couldn’t wait to try it out. As a big fan of Bravo TV’s Top Chef, I have been tracking Richard Blais’ career for years, seeing his transformation from TV chef contestant to cookbook author & now a celebrity chef & restauranteur! I decided to visit the restaurant on opening day. Mind you, I was also there to check out the … [Read more...]

Summer Cake Camp at Duff’s Cakemix!

Posted on June 4, 2018 | Filed Under: Food, Mommy Stuff | Tags: Duff's Cakemix, summer cake camp, summer camps | Leave a Comment

Summer Cake Camp_2

There are many types of summer camp options – traditional camp, sports themed, coding camp & music/art camps. With school winding down for most kids, I wanted to share with you information on a unique Summer Cake Camp hosted at Duff’s Cakemix where kids can learn to “cake it up a notch!” Summer Cake Camp is a one-week session (Monday-Friday) for kids ages 9-17. The camp will teach kids how to decorate like a pro! You'll learn … [Read more...]

Duff’s Cakemix is now open in Tarzana!

Posted on April 23, 2018 | Filed Under: Food, Mommy Stuff | Tags: DIY cupcake decorating, Duff's Cakemix, Tarzana bakery | Leave a Comment

Duff's Cakemix signage

Duff’s Cakemix is a DIY cake & cupcake decorating studio. For those of you who read my blog, you’ll recall my daughter & I visited Duff’s in West Hollywood last year. We had so much fun cake decorating. So when we heard that Duff’s Cakemix opened a new location in Tarzana, we couldn’t wait to check it out! My daughter invited her BFF to join her at Duff’s Cakemix. After checking in at the front, a Duff’s employee walked us through … [Read more...]

Nutrition Tips for Babies & Kids from Dr. Tanya Altmann & Stonyfield YoBaby

Posted on February 19, 2018 | Filed Under: Food, Mommy Stuff | Tags: organic yogurt, Stonyfield, YoBaby | Leave a Comment

Stonyfield YoBaby organic yogurt

Recently I attended a brunch hosted by Stonyfield YoBaby where bloggers & influencers gathered together to learn more about children's nutrition. The event was held at Claudine Artisan Kitchen & Bakeshop in Encino, where we were able to sample YoBaby Organic Yogurt, along with other delicious food. Dr. Tanya Altmann, a Calabasas-based pediatrician & assistant clinical professor at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, was the guest … [Read more...]

Sesame Ginger Salad at The Habit Burger Grill

Posted on February 14, 2018 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Sesame Ginger Salad, The Habit, The Habit Burger Grill | 1 Comment

Sesame Ginger Salad The Habit

Salads or burgers – which do you prefer? Why not both! My family’s favorite burger joint, The Habit Burger Grill, recently introduced a new Asian-inspired salad that is packed with flavor. My hubby & daughter love The Habit’s fries & CharBurger with cheese. The CharBurger is typically my go-to meal at The Habit – I just love the taste of a chargrilled beef patty (not fried, like other places). Occasionally I switch things up … [Read more...]

Fresh Brothers NEW White Pizza {Giveaway}

Posted on November 20, 2017 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Fresh Brothers, Fresh Brothers Pizza, White Pizza | 15 Comments

Fresh Bros White Pizza

Just in time for the holidays, Fresh Brothers is offering a new White Pizza. The three cheese pizza is topped with ricotta, Romano & mozzarella cheeses. My family loves pizza & I’m a huge fan of all types of cheeses. When I heard about the new Fresh Brothers White Pizza, I was eager to try it! Fresh Brothers is known for their commitment to quality by using premium ingredients, making pizza dough from scratch every day and … [Read more...]

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