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Tao Comedy Studio
Open mics, shows & school
Tao Comedy Club in Los Angeles is a hidden gem of a comedy club. It's also a school of comedy, where you can follow Bobbi Oliver's different approach...
by
Val
Douroux
Activist Kitchen
Cooking Culture, Comedy, Change
The Activist Kitchen is a free space of expression, part stage, studio and shop, where comedy, music and art collide in an intimate, creative space.
by
Val
Douroux
Dynasty Typewriter
LA Stand-Up Comedy
Dynasty Typewriter is LA’s quirkiest comedy gem — fun, bold, and brilliant, showcasing legends and rising stars in a truly unique theater space.
by
Val
Douroux
Whacko
Gift Shop
Whacko is the perfect place to stop and shop in LA. The gifts are original and the vibes are right. Get something unique in this eclectic gem!
by
Val
Douroux
Best Thrift Shops in LA
Trash and Treasure
I love thrift shopping! Like treasure hunting, you never know what you're going to find. There's joy in seeing new value in old things. Breathing fresh life into something recycled.
by
Val
Douroux
LAX LAYOVER GUIDE
Fun Things To Do LAX
If I have a few hours to kill before a flight out of LAX, or if I want an inexpensive beach day, here's what I do: I start at Hank's & then go to Trask....
by
Val
Douroux
Leanna Lin's Wonderland
LA Art and Charm!
Last time I visited I bought a book for my son titled “You Are Loved” by a local LA author, and Ouiji board earrings for a friend’s birthday...
by
Val
Douroux
Garden of Oz
Hidden Hollywood Garden
Hidden in Hollywoodland, the Garden of Oz is a mosaic masterpiece of art and quotes. A private gem that invites you to pause, gaze, and be inspired.
by
Val
Douroux
Olvera St.
LA's Oldest Neighborhood
Olvera St. is the liveliest, and oldest, neighborhood in Los Angeles. I come here to get immersed in Latino culture. The buzz of the people is amazing...
by
Val
Douroux
Ritual Acai
Best Açaí in LA
My favorite bowl is the “Ritual of Champions”. It has acai, hemp seeds, strawberries, bananas, cacao, and peanut butter drizzled on top.
by
Val
Douroux
St. Felix
Hollywood Club Crawl starts here
I've been coming to "St. Felix" in LA for almost ten years. This is where the Hollywood Club Crawl starts. I like their new post-pandemic extras!
by
James
Hsiao
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