Real Mom of SFV

Wordless Wednesday

Posted on October 24, 2013 | Filed Under: Fitness | Tags: Blogger Meet and Tweet, FitBlogLA, Fitness Magazine, Santa Monica | 2 Comments

So this is where I spent my day yesterday. My intention was to write a recap of the event & have it posted today. However this is a crazy week with meetings, events & my daughter's school field trip. Check back by the end of the week & my blog post should be up. It was an amazing day thanks to Fitness Magazine, their great sponsors & the awesome speakers! … [Read more...]

Getting Back to Basics with “Retro Baby”

Posted on October 16, 2013 | Filed Under: Books, Mommy Stuff | Tags: baby activities, developmental stage, Dr. Anne Zachry, games for infants, pediatric occupational therapist, Retro Baby, tummy time | 2 Comments

When my daughter was born (back in 2006), I tried to glean as much information possible from various baby websites to educate myself on all things related to the baby. I also read some of the books in the "What to Expect…" series but I ended up feeling overwhelmed with so much information. How I had longed for a simple, easy-to-read book that gave helpful advice on how to bond with your infant/toddler. Well moms, have I got a book for you! … [Read more...]

Mendocino Farms – New Restaurant Opening in Sherman Oaks!

Posted on October 8, 2013 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: applewood bacon, banh mi, farm fresh produce, jalapeno relish, kid-friendly, locally sourced food, Mendocino Farms, Sherman Oaks, vegan, Ventura Blvd. | 9 Comments

I am always on the hunt for a good sandwich & salad place. So when I found out that Mendocino Farms was opening up a restaurant in the Valley, I was thrilled. I’ve always wanted to try their food, but just hadn’t made it out to their downtown Los Angeles or Fairfax locations. They are all about using farm fresh produce, sourced locally & you’ll be happy to note that their prices are comparable to other sandwich & salad cafes. This … [Read more...]

An Afternoon with America’s Best Racing

Posted on October 5, 2013 | Filed Under: Misc, Reviews | Tags: America's Best Racing, Arcadia, betting, horse racing, Santa Anita Park, thoroughbred | 4 Comments

Disclosure: I was invited to an event at Santa Anita Park along with a select group of bloggers – all opinions are my own. On a beautiful Friday in September, I ventured out to Arcadia. For those of you who read my blog, you’ll know that I had been out to Santa Anita Park earlier this summer for a food festival. However this was going to be my first time at the races! America’s Best Racing had invited me to be a part of the opening day … [Read more...]

SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk

Posted on October 1, 2013 | Filed Under: Fitness, Local Events, Reviews | Tags: charity fundraiser, educational programs, Pier to Pier Friendship Walk, SKECHERS, South Bay, special needs children, The Friendship Circle | Leave a Comment

Disclosure: The wonderful folks at SKECHERS invited me down to their headquarters last month to learn about the SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk. I was treated to a luncheon provided by Fresh Brothers & received a gift card for a free pair of SKECHERS shoes. In return, I got to meet the awesome people at The Friendship Circle of the South Bay. No compensation was received for this post & all opinions are my own. On a sunny day in … [Read more...]

ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen

Posted on September 25, 2013 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: ArcLight Cinemas, dairy-free, ginger ales, gluten-free, Hollywood, meatballs, noodles, organic tofu, rice bowls, ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen, spicy foods, sriracha, steak laab | Leave a Comment

Disclosure: I was invited to a tasting event along with a select group of bloggers – all opinions are my own. ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen is a fast casual restaurant that features a menu that is gluten-free, as well as dairy-free. The concept is simple – you get a noodle or rice bowl, fill it with your choice of meat or tofu, then pick one vegetable, one sauce & a garnish. The set-up of the restaurant is similar to Chipotle (who happens … [Read more...]