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Have a Great Date Night at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago in Beverly Hills
Wolfgang Puck is arguably one of the most famous chefs in the world. His flagship restaurant, Spago, in Beverly Hills,...
The Best First Date Ideas in Los Angeles
Good planning is key on first dates First impressions are critical, so first dates are very important. The location...
The Coolest Vintage Bars in Los Angeles That Are Sure to Amaze
If you're looking for an extraordinary place to bring a date to, or just a place where you can hang out with friends,...
Why the Downtown LA Arts District is An Amazing Date Destination
The Arts District is one of the most vibrant and hip areas of the city. Located east of Downtown Los Angeles, the Arts...
The Best Museum Date Ideas in LA
I believe that a museum is a great place to go to on a date. It's quiet so you can talk, and there are usually...
Awesome Things to Do in Las Vegas That Aren’t on the Strip (at The Frugal Noodle)
Las Vegas is famous for gambling and the Strip, but there are many other cool things to do there that are often overlooked in the afterglow of the casinos. If you aren’t into gambling, or you ran out of money, or you’re just plain tired of the madness of the strip, here are some ideas to check out!
Terranea: A Hidden Gem in Palos Verdes with Spectacular Hiking Trails
Terranea is a hidden gem that’s worth a bit of a drive. Sure, there are other beautiful places to hike along the shore in Palos Verdes. And, there are some great restaurants as well. But Terranea combines the best of both. It’s an ideal place to have a good meal and go for an easy walk with breathtaking views of the ocean. You’ll feel like you’re staying at a high-end resort for a fraction of the cost.
The Best Orange County Date Ideas
Orange County actually has some really charming destinations that are ideal for a romantic date! Here are my...
A Great Summer Date Idea: Hollywood Night Market at Yamashiro
I'm so psyched that the Yamashiro Night Market is back!! (Actually, it's now officially called the "Hollywood Night...
Have a Great Hike with Amazing Views at Griffith Park
Griffith Park is famous for its observatory, but it also offers some great hiking trails which offer amazing views of...
Enchanted: Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens – An Ideal Holiday Date Idea
If you want a magical date experience during the holidays, check out Descanso Gardens Enchanted: Forest of Light in La...
The Best Mid-City L.A. Date Ideas
The mid-city area of Los Angeles offers some of the best restaurants and coolest attractions around, making it a prime...
The Best San Diego Date Ideas
Only a few hours away from Los Angeles, (depending on traffic), San Diego is an ideal weekend date destination. These are the highlights from my recent trips to San Diego that I’d recommend to you.
The Coolest Date Spots in Venice, CA
Venice has become one of the hippest areas of the West Side. Here are my top ideas for fun and interesting dates in...
The Best Free and Cheap Date Ideas in Los Angeles
Going on dates can be really expensive, but it doesn't have to be. There are some really great date ideas in Los...
My Favorite “Secret” Beach – Lechuza Beach Malibu
There are many wonderful beaches in Los Angeles and Orange County, but many of these are crowded and lack privacy. I'd...
A Relaxing Bike Ride on the West Side – The Ballona Creek Bike Path
The Ballona Creek Bike Path is a beginner-level bike path completely free of cars and signals, extending from...
The Top Date Ideas in Culver City and the Surrounding Area
Culver City and the surrounding areas have some really romantic and fun places that are ideal for a date....
Twenty Fun & Romantic Pasadena Date Ideas
Pasadena has some amazing places to take a date! It’s got fine restaurants, bars, shopping areas, cultural events,...
L.A. Vegan Restaurants Even Carnivores Will Enjoy
Has this ever happened to you: You’re a meat-lover, but your date is a vegan, and you never been to a vegan restaurant...
My Four Favorite Restaurants in Old Town Pasadena
There are so many great restaurants, bars, and hangouts in Old Town Pasadena, it can be difficult to choose....
Romantic Restaurants and Bars on Ocean Avenue Santa Monica
Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica has a collection of great restaurants and bars with some amazing sunset views. Although...
Los Liones Canyon Trail – My Favorite Hike
You might have noticed that I've been going on a lot of hikes in the Santa Monica mountains lately. They've all...
All of the Outdoor Movies Playing in Los Angeles, and How to Enjoy Them
In Southern California, watching an outdoor movie can be a nice way to spend an evening with someone special almost...
Temescal Canyon – An Ideal Date Hike
The Temescal Canyon Loop is a popular trail and is an ideal date hike because it’s the perfect length, it’s just the...
Tips for Having a Great Time at a Staples Center Sporting Event
Home of the Lakers, Clippers, and Kings, and host to concerts and other events, the Staples Center is a prime...
Hike the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook for an Awesome View near Downtown Culver City
As a Los Angeles native, I'm always amazed that I am still discovering cool new things to do in the city. One of the...
The Best Museum Date in LA: The Huntington Library and Gardens
I’m a big fan of museums, and Los Angeles has some great ones, including the Getty, the Getty Villa, LACMA/La Brea Tar...
Have a Great Date at Griffith Park Observatory
The Griffith Park Observatory is not only one of the most popular tourist attractions in Los Angeles, it’s also a...
The Skyroom in Long Beach (Will Return in 2021)
SPECIAL NOTE: Unfortunately, the Skyroom is now closed for a multi-year remodel. The building will be transformed from...
A Great Walking Tour of Downtown Los Angeles
If you are into history or architecture, the highly-rated Free LA Tour can be a great outdoor date idea! I recently...
A Fun, Unique Date Idea: Horseback Riding in Malibu!
I recently had a friend visiting from out of town who wanted to go horseback riding in the LA area. I had never...
The Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival
Depending on what type of entertainment you and your date enjoy, the Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival might...
The Top Three Most Romantic Restaurants in Los Angeles
Proflowers has come up with a list of the 245 most romantic restaurants in America. Los Angeles has three in the top...
The Best Santa Monica Date Ideas
Santa Monica is an obvious and popular destination for hanging out with friends or someone special. It's got...
A Unique Date Idea for the Adventurous: Venice First Friday Food Trucks
On every first Friday of the month, over thirty food trucks congregate along in Venice along Abbott Kinney Blvd,...