Tuk Tuk Thai, West LA
Tuk Tuk Thai was founded over twenty years ago. Originally located on Pico Blvd, the restaurant moved to West LA in early 2022. If you are unfamiliar with the area, Sawtelle is a happening street filled with many Japanese restaurants. The restaurant is located on the Northern side of Sawtelle, and the first Thai restaurant to join the well known street. I had the chance to review this restaurant on our sister site EatTravelGo.com. Read a review about Tuk Tuk
Artist Spotlight: Tim Truby
Tim Truby is an award winning landscape photographer who uses post production to add depth and nuance to overcome the camera’s flattening and therefore create a more immersive experience. Landscape Photographer “I’ve developed post techniques that mirror how a painter works. The result - the viewer begins to see the photograph as an interior space to be inhabited.” Sunset, Thor’s Well, Pacific Northwest Portfolio The tidal pool photograph, “Sunset, Thor’s Well” was taken in coastal Oregon under particularly challenging
Extended through December 2026: Hospital of Emotions
On May 27, 2026 art took over a former wing of St. Vincent Medical Center. Hospital of Emotions is presented by House of Art and Dreams,ROYVA Group, as well as St. Vincent Behavioral Health Campus. Curated by House of Art and Dreams, the project will breathe new life into the historic property. The exhibition has been extended through December 2026. Visit our ETG Instagram for extensive coverage. Hospital of Emotions This unique setting alone creates a new artistic experience unlike
Ayara Thai, Over 18 Years and Counting!
In 2022, Ayara Thai celebrates 18 years in business and is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. Established in 2004, Ayara Thai cuisine continues the tradition of crafting home-cooked food. Read my Ayara Thai review on our sister site EatTravelGo.com. Ayara Thai Photo courtesy of Ayara Thai Growing up in a Thai-Chinese community in the Samsen District along the banks of Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, Chef and restaurateur Andy Asapahu received his cooking and business
Artist Spotlight: Eva Montealegre
LA FIRES UPDATE: Artist Eva Montealegre lost everything in the January 2025 LA fires. Her house was burned to the ground and her dog was lost. Her husband David and her had to re-start their lives with nothing. They even had to move out of LA, as they were NOT homeowners, and much of the aid did NOT help renters. Please find it in your heart to donate to her Go Fund Me Page. I know people are always worried
2026 Hollywood Bowl Season
Hollywood Bowl continues with another phenomenal summer season for 2026. This is one of the best venues in LA. I just love it. Guests can enjoy a 360° immersive L-Acoustics sound system, and the newly renamed John Williams Stage debut this year. Visit our sister site EatTravelGo.com to read many reviews on our Music Reviews Page. 2026 Hollywood Bowl Season Photo provided courtesy of the LA Philharmonic Association While many guest-produced events by Live Nation and Netflix is
Free Videos from the Sea Life Channel at Aqua Terra Studios
Aquatic artist/photographer Richard Bilow offers Free Sea Life videos. Richard created the Sea Life Channel at Aqua Terra Studios to share the beauty of the sea with you. Enjoy 100% FREE undersea music videos whenever you desire. The hypnotic healing shorts were shot and edited by Richard with original soundtracks by guitarist Rich Cohen and composer Benjamin Davis. Richard Bilow with client, Shaquille O’Neal; photo courtesy of Richard Bilow During this stressful time, enjoy the peaceful 4-13 minute
Mi Piace, Old Town Pasadena
If you love Italian food, head to Mi Piace in Old Town Pasadena. You will find some of the most scrumptious Italian cuisine. If you love pizza, pasta, or an exquisite Osso Bucco di Vitello - visit our sister site, EatTravelGo.com to read a review (see below). Mi Piace, Lobster and Mussels, photo by Acuna-Hansen For over 25 years, Mi Piace has been a neighborhood favorite located in the heart of Old Pasadena. Mi Piace features an award-winning
The Upper West, Best Burger on the Westside of LA
If you love burgers, head to the Upper West in Santa Monica, and enjoy one of the restaurant’s popular items on the menu. Chef Nick Shipp has supercharged an Americana classic. The Flannery Beef Cheeseburger features American cheese, Worcestershire-caramelized onions, pickles, arugula, so-cal sauce. Best Burger Westside LA photo by Chef Nick Shipp; courtesy of the Upper West The Upper West also offers a happy hour Wednesdays through Sundays from 4:30 to 7:00pm (drinks only). Also on Thursday