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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...]

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania is Available on Digital!

Posted on April 18, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: Ant-Man and The Wasp, Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania, Michael Douglas, Paul Rudd | Leave a Comment

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Guess what dropped today, Ant-Man fans? It’s time to size up your collection because “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania” is available to purchase from all major digital retailers! For those who are not familiar with “Ant-Man and the Wasp” series or who need a refresher (it’s been 5 years since the last movie), check out this synopsis: Super Heroes Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) return to continue their … [Read more...]

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