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Barbie: It Takes Two – The Music of Friendship {DVD Giveaway}

Posted on May 7, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: America Young, Barbie movie, It Takes Two – The Music of Friendship, NCircle Entertainment | 1 Comment

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Barbie is a perennial favorite among kids and adults alike; however, it seems like she is having a resurgence in the past several months what with the World of Barbie pop-up in LA and also the new Margot Robbie movie coming out this summer directed by Greta Gerwig. What I’ve always liked about Barbie’s animated movies, is that they focus on friendship and promote courage, loyalty, honesty and confidence. These are characteristics that any parent … [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

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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...]

Champions is out now on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD {Movie Giveaway}

Posted on May 2, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Bobby Farrelly, Champions, Kaitlin Olson, Woody Harrelson | 9 Comments

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“Champions” is a feel-good comedy directed by Bobby Farrelly and starring Woody Harrelson ("True Detective"). Harrelson plays Marcus, a hot-headed assistant basketball coach. After getting into trouble with the police, following an argument with the head basketball coach played by Ernie Hudson ("Ghostbusters"), Marcus is forced to coach a team of intellectually disabled young people as part of his community service. Admittedly, Marcus’ … [Read more...]

World of Barbie LA {Pop-up Review}

Posted on May 1, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events, Pop Culture | Tags: Barbie pop-up, Build It Barbie, Santa Monica Place, World of Barbie | Leave a Comment

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A wave of nostalgia hit me the minute I stepped into the World of Barbie. I grew up playing with dolls and was obsessed with all Barbie products – the Dreamhouse, her car, clothes and shoes. I loved to make up little stories in my head while Barbie and her friends walked around Barbie’s house. So when I heard that the World of Barbie pop-up tour was coming to Los Angeles, I just knew that I had to visit! My mom bought me my first Barbie. … [Read more...]

Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret {Movie Review}

Posted on April 24, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Abby Ryder Fortson, Are You There God? It's Me Margaret, Lionsgate, Rachel McAdams | Leave a Comment

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As a sixth-grader, I was a huge reader of books. I was (and still remain) a big fan of Judy Blume’s books. So when I found out that “Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret” was being adapted into a film, I had high expectations. Having grown up in the ‘80s, I remember reading the book (several times in fact) and it holds a special place in my heart. Last week, I was invited to screen the movie in LA and I’m happy to say that it exceeded my … [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

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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...]

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