Have a Romantic Weekend Getaway at Ojai Valley Inn
It all started on a hot summer day when I wanted to go for a swim. But, I did not want to go to a pool full of hipsters holding drinks at a Hollywood hotel. I wanted to go to a real pool and swim some laps! I did a search online and concluded that I’d need to...
The Best West L.A. / Beverly Hills Date Ideas
As I write this in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, so many of the things that we love to do in Los Angeles are closed. Yet, things will return to normal someday, and I write this article with that fact in mind. Some of the great date spots below are closed now...
Six Non-Obvious Virtual Dates To Try During Quarantine
Guest post by Alessandra ContiMatchmaker at Matchmakers In The City. I asked my friends at Matchmakers in the City, a certified personal matchmaking firm with offices in Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C., for date ideas in the age of...
Ten Ways to Meet Single People During the COVID-19 Shutdown
Dating doesn’t have to stop during the quarantine I read an article about how a guy got to date a young woman that he saw from his window by sending his phone number using a drone! These are strange and grim times, with a terrible disease threatening us and many...
The Most Romantic Restaurants in Los Angeles for Those Special Occasions
This is my list of the most romantic restaurants in Los Angeles that you need to book for anniversaries, birthdays, Valentine’s day, or when you really want to impress someone special. The restaurants on this list either have exceptional ambiance, or exceptional...
The Best Date Ideas in Malibu, Topanga, and the Pacific Palisades
Malibu is a great place for an all-day or half-day date when you want to get away from it all without straying too far from the Los Angeles area. You get beautiful beaches and mountains, as well as great restaurants and other attractions. Check out these date ideas in...
The Best Downtown L.A. Date Ideas
Downtown Los Angeles is an ideal date destination with great restaurants, bars, and attractions, many of which are within walking distance. Traffic and parking can be difficult in downtown L.A., so park your car in a good central location (like Pershing Square) and...
The Most Romantic Restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles: 71 Above
71 Above an ideal destination for a special occasion like an anniversary or birthday, or if you just really want to impress someone on a first date! Often, restaurants with a gimmick like a good view or special location have mediocre food. That’s not the case...
The Best BBQ in Los Angeles Mid City and West Side
Los Angeles is not a town known for its BBQ, but it actually does have some good spots if you know where to look! I love barbecue: the brisket, ribs, cole slaw, beans, potatoes, biscuits, and of course the sauces! Here are some of my favorite BBQ places on LA’s...
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, has been on my bucket list for a while, and I finally got to try it! Getting There and Parking Spago is located in the heart of Beverly Hills on...
The Best First Date Spots in Los Angeles
Good planning is key on first dates First impressions are critical, so first dates are very important. The location you pick should be fun, but not too distracting. It should be edgy, but not too crazy. The logistics need to be right, and of course, it should be...
The Coolest Vintage Bars in Los Angeles That Are Sure to Amaze
If you’re looking for an extraordinary place to bring a date, or just a place where you can hang out with friends, check out some of my favorite vintage Los Angeles bars below. These will surely impress! 1. Clifton’s / The Pacific Seas (DTLA) The first...
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 District is one of my favorite daytime date destinations in the entire LA area! It’s undergone an amazing revitalization with cool galleries,...
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 interesting things to see and comment on. Maybe you can even show off some of the stuff you learned in that art history class you took in college. And...
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 favorites. 1. Laguna Beach My pick for the best Orange County date area is Laguna Beach. Once a secluded beach town, the secret is out, and traffic and parking...
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 Market at Yamashiro”). This is one of my favorite summertime Los Angeles events! Starting in May 2019, it will be every Thursday...
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 downtown LA, Century City, the Hollywood sign, and the valley. I’m going to tell you about my favorite trail which begins at the Glendale Peak...
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 Canada Flintridge. It really is “enchanted”! Logistics You definitely should buy your tickets in advance as this does sell out almost...
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 date destination. By “mid city”, I’m referring to the area roughly between La Cienaga Blvd on the West and Western on the...
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 Venice. 1. Abbott Kinney My favorite date hangout area in Venice is Abbott Kinney Blvd, named “The Coolest Block in America” by GQ...
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 Angeles that are cheap or free. Here’s my list! 1. Hiking Trail to Sandstone Peak Hiking tops many lists of cheap date ideas for good reason. I...
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 like to tell you about a “hidden gem” that I found.. a beach that feels like a private beach far away from the crowds of the city....
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 Culver City to Marina del Rey. It can be a great date idea if you go at the right time of day (avoiding the heat of mid-day) and make plans to hang out...
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. Here are my top recommendations. 1. The Culver Hotel Grand Lobby I consider the Culver Hotel to be the jewel of downtown Culver City. Completed in 1924, it...
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, museums, and a lot more, making it worth visiting even if you live far away. Here are my top date ideas in Pasadena and the surrounding area! 1....
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. Here are my personal favorites based on food, service, and ambiance, in no particular order. 1. Mi Piace Right in the heart of Old Town on the...
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 it’s gotten more crowded and touristy lately, it’s still a good bet on off-nights when it’s less insane, especially with Palisades...
