The Huntington Rose Garden Tea Room: Worth the Wait?
After many months of trying to get a reservation at the Rose Garden Tea Room at The Huntington, we finally scored! Was the wait worth it? Let me tell you about our experience…
ASD January Read: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store
James McBride’s newest novel, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store tells the story of the community of Chicken Hill in the 1920s and 1930s. A town of immigrant Jews and African Americans, it focuses on overlapping character stories which ultimately demonstrate the strength, resolution, determination and love of community that these individuals share.
Hollywood’s Famous Musso & Frank Grill (Update for 2024)
Although we did a Musso & Frank post early in 2023, we thought it would be interesting to include a 2024 update. Harriet, I and our daughters visited the restaurant recently and tried some new dishes. We hope you enjoy our latest insights on one of the most iconic, beloved (and long standing) restaurants in Los Angeles
New York City Holiday Windows
I have wanted to travel to New York during the holidays for as long as I can remember. Although there are amazing restaurants, great shopping and many wonderful things to experience, my main motivation was to see the holiday windows. Today I am showing some of my favorites…
The Best French Bistro in LA (at least we think so)
Harriet and I have been hearing rave reviews for Camphor, a French Bistro located in the Arts District in Downtown Los Angeles. We definitely hadto try it! And did it ever live up to the hype…
Winter Duster Coats
It’s almost the end of winter so we thought it was a perfect time to talk about duster coats. Even though it is still a bit warm in Southern California, Wendy and I are loving all of the great options this season. Let us show you some of our favorites….
Killers of the Flower Moon: Read the Book or See the Film?
Undoubtedly you have been seeing a lot of media attention for Killers of the Flower Moon. The Scorsese movie has been getting so much critical acclaim that it seems like a “must see” But Harriet and I also read the David Grann book (the film is based on the book) so the question is to see the film, read the book or do both?
The Blazer You Want for Fall
Fall has finally arrived! Blazers are always a “go to” in Wendy and my closets. This year we are loving plaids blazers which can be worn in so many different ways. Let us give you a preview….
ASD Book Club: Properties of Thirst
One of the most compelling works of historical fiction that Harriet and I have read this year, Properties of Thirst by Marianne Wiggins is set during World War II in the Owens Valley California. Focusing on this period of time, Wiggins interweaves the story of the Rhodes family with events that shaped both California and the U.S.
Afternoon Tea in Los Angeles
Afternoon Tea at The Langham Huntington in Pasadena was such a lovely event for the ladies in our family. My mother wanted to host a high tea, so we are showing highlights of the day. We also give a rundown of some other Los Angeles locations that host an afternoon tea.