Last month I visited my old stomping grounds (Burbank, CA) for a media event. I took my daughter with me to watch a family-friendly movie, which was educational & fun. We later visited one of my old haunts for lunch & then tried a new dessert place for sweet treats! Here's a little tidbit that most of my blog readers probably don't know - I used to work for the Mouse House. What feels like 100 years ago (but is actually more like a decade … [Read more...]
My Day in the ‘Dena
Happy Friday!! Whew, it's been a busy week. Between my daughter's jog-a-thon at school last Friday, to working a kids expo over the weekend with my UrbanSitter team, plus an Irish Dance recital thrown in the mix...I'm so glad the weekend is almost here. Yesterday I met up with a friend in Pasadena to take a class at Studio Metamorphosis. Melissa is a fitness blogger, Registered Dietitian & all around cool chick. You may remember that I ran … [Read more...]
Lemonade Studio City
Last week I had the opportunity to check out Lemonade, an eatery known for its seasonal southern California comfort food. Lemonade's newest location opened last month in Studio City. I had gotten a taste of Lemonade in Westlake Village over the Christmas holiday break & really fell in love with their fresh, healthy cuisine! So when I found out that we were getting a location in my own "back yard" I was thrilled! Lemonade Studio City is … [Read more...]
DK’s Donuts in Santa Monica
A few days ago I had to drive over the hill to the Westside for a work meeting. Since I was already out that way, I figured that I’d swing by DK’s Donuts in Santa Monica & pick-up some sweet treats for my family. I had heard from folks that DK’s does a version of a cronut that is to die for!! I’ve wanted to try a cronut ever since I first heard about it last summer. What is a cronut you ask? It is a croissant and donut hybrid. DK's Donuts … [Read more...]
Cheesy Corn Casserole
This is a sponsored post. Christmas is a special holiday in my family. Every year I get together with my extended family for a festive dinner at my cousin's house. We love comfort food (in moderation) in our family & I always bring my Cheesy Corn Casserole to the holiday party. It is a big hit, especially with the little ones! Cheesy Corn Casserole Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 60 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 … [Read more...]
Visiting Crème Caramel in Sherman Oaks
Earlier this month, I went to Crème Caramel with my daughter for an after school treat. It's a tiny shop, filled to the brim with delicious sweet & savory treats! If you've visited the various farmers markets in LA, then you may have seen Kristine de la Cruz's handiwork. For the past 3 years, she has been showcasing her bread puddings & crème caramels at various places such as Atwater Village Farmers Market & Silverlake Farmers … [Read more...]