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Topanga Social – Foodie Paradise

Posted on May 8, 2023 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: MANEATINGPLANT, Slab BBQ, Topanga Social, Wanderlust Creamery, Woodland Hills food hall | 1 Comment

Topanga Social - Entrance

Topanga Social is not your mama’s food court, but an elevated food hall with a mix of indoor/outdoor dining options, three full-service bars, entertainment and much more! Last Thursday I attended the grand opening celebration that was covered by media, Westfield executives, foodies and influencers. Keep scrolling to find out everything there is to know about this food lovers’ paradise! There are 27 food and beverage concepts at Topanga … [Read more...]

Meet Wendy, Owner and Head Baker of Ever After Bakery

Posted on May 3, 2023 | Filed Under: Food, Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Ever After Bakery, Lake Balboa bakery, San Fernando Valley bakery, Wendy Ramirez | 2 Comments

Wendy Ramirez_Ever After Bakery-1

I remember watching the news one morning and an interview featuring Ever After Bakery caught my interest. I started following them on Instagram from that moment on. With each photo of baked goods – from cakes to cookies and cake pops, I’ve wondered, “Who is the baker responsible for all of this magical goodness?” I recently reached out to Wendy to find out how she got her start in the baking industry, what she likes best about having a … [Read more...]

Once Upon a Rind in Hollywood {Book Review + Giveaway}

Posted on April 20, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Food | Tags: Charcuterie, cheese plate, Once Upon a Rind in Hollywood, Rachel Riederman, snack board | 3 Comments

Once Upon a Rind - cookbook cover_square

Cheese boards, charcuterie, or cheese plates – call it what you like, these snack boards are all the rage. You’ve nibbled on these snacks at weddings, parties and holiday gatherings. I’ve even bought them from a local purveyor, Honey Plate Co. – a female-owned LA-based business. However, there’s nothing like building your own snack board, especially when they are creatively themed like the ones featured in “Once Upon a Rind in … [Read more...]

Finca Paso Robles {Foodie Review}

Posted on February 3, 2022 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Finca, Finca Paso Robles, Paso Market Walk, Paso Robles restaurants | Leave a Comment

Finca - Outside

Last month, on my way back home to LA from Carmel, I visited Finca Paso Robles for lunch. Now for those who are unfamiliar with Paso Robles, it’s about a 3-hour drive from the San Fernando Valley. The region is known for its many wineries and an awesome light show exhibit called Sensorio. With its close proximity to the Monterey Bay area, about a 2-hour drive from Carmel, stopping in at Finca Paso Robles was a perfect place for a bite to … [Read more...]

Spreading Taco Cheer with Rubio’s Holiday Gift Box!

Posted on November 17, 2021 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: holiday gift box, Rubio's, Rubio's Coastal Grill, Spreading Taco Cheer | 11 Comments

Spreading Taco Cheer - Rubio's holiday gift box

Thanks to Rubio’s Coastal Grill for sponsoring this “Spreading Taco Cheer” giveaway contest. Can you believe it’s already mid-November?!? That means the holiday gift-giving season is right around the corner! Now I know that everyone has a foodie in their circle of friends and family. I can’t think of a better present than Rubio’s “Spreading Taco Cheer” holiday gift box! What’s inside of the limited-edition “Spreading Taco Cheer” … [Read more...]

Stir Up Something Sweet with the Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set

Posted on November 15, 2021 | Filed Under: Food, Product Reviews | Tags: Handstand Kitchen, hot chocolate bombs, Hot Cocoa Bomb Set, hot cocoa bombs | 2 Comments

Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set

Now that its fall, it’s time to enjoy cold weather drinks like hot chocolate, lattes and hot apple cider. What I’ve been longing to try is a hot cocoa bomb, something that I discovered last year on Instagram. I had never heard of it until a friend of mine posted it on social media. She had bought her hot chocolate bombs from a bakery, but little did I know that you can make them yourself at home. Enter the Ultimate Hot Cocoa Bomb Set from … [Read more...]

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