My little black book of places worth the bite (and the sip). ☕️🍸✨ A running list of my favorite coffee shops, restaurants, and foodie finds—from really good lattes and cute cafés to meals I’m still thinking about. Only spots I’ve tried, loved, and w...
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New coffee shop find & she’s a cutie. ☕️✨ OFFNOFF has that clean, minimal coffee shop vibe. I got the On Latte and the toasted rice cream on top was sooo good!
OFFNOFF COFFEE | La Palma, CA
Came here with my girls for my birthday and Alba was such a vibe. The food was so good, the drinks were hitting, and the atmosphere had that perfect mix of chic and lively without feeling too much. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to dress ...
Cucina Alba | Modern Italian Restaurant | Los Angeles
One of my favorite little hole-in-the-wall sushi spots. Nothing overly fancy, just super fresh, delicious sushi that always hits. It’s one of those easy, everyday spots I keep coming back to when I want something good without making a whole productio...
I Luv Sushi | Lakewood, CA
I’ve been to LUNA for both brunch and dinner, and the food and drinks have been consistently delicious. I also love the vibe—the decor and ambiance make it feel like a fun place to actually linger and enjoy your meal. When I went for dinner, they had...
LUNA Bistro & Cafe | Long Beach, CA
The Polo Bar feels less like a restaurant and more like someone turned a Ralph Lauren catalog into a private country club—and I mean that in the best way. 😂 Think dark wood, leather booths, equestrian details, plaid and that very classic, old-school...
The Polo Bar: Ralph Lauren Restaurant | New York
A cute coffee stop right on 5th Ave that I really enjoyed! I loved the vibe of WatchHouse—it’s modern, stylish, and has that cozy-but-polished NYC feel. ☕️✨ My favorites were the iced mocha and chocolate croissant. I also tried one of their savory pa...
Watch House Coffee Shop on 5th Ave | New York
I had such a good time at Mother Wolf! I loved the whole vibe—the space is beautiful, the energy is lively, and it feels like a place you go to make a night of it. ✨ And the food was SO good. My favorites were the Fiori di Zucca, Pesche e Burrata, Ri...
Mother Wolf | Los Angeles
Really enjoyed The Drake! I loved the live jazz—it made the whole dinner feel so relaxed and fun. 🎷 And the lamb lollipops were such a surprise because I usually don’t like lamb (it’s too gamey for me), but these were actually SO good!
The Drake | Laguna Beach, CA
Katsuya at LA Live is one of my go-to spots for a drink or a quick dinner before a Lakers game or a concert. It’s such an easy spot to start the night, especially when you’re already in the area. 🍸🍣 My must-orders are the Yellowtail Jalapeño, Spicy...
Katsuya | Los Angeles
I went to Bavel with a bunch of friends, and we pretty much sampled everything on the menu—which is honestly the way to do it! There were so many incredible flavors, and I loved being able to try a little bit of everything.
Bavel | Los Angeles
If you love Mexican flavors with a creative twist, put Chaak Kitchen on your list. The Copal cocktail was so good—mezcal, ancho chile, lime, tamarind agave and a house chile salt that gave it the perfect kick. And the chayote was a surprise favorite....
Chaak Kitchen | Tustin, CA
One of those NYC spots that’s an experience from the moment you walk in. ✨ The space is gorgeous, the food is meant for sharing, and we loved everything we ordered. It’s also a must for Sex and the City fans—the iconic rehearsal dinner scene for Carr...
Budda Kanny | New York
A true NYC classic and a must! 🥩✨ The steaks were phenomenal, but the bacon side was honestly the surprise star—thick, smoky and SO good. Add in the old-school steakhouse atmosphere and all the history, and Keens is definitely one of those NYC dinin...
Keens Steakhouse | New York
A beautiful spot for a special night out ✨ Mar y Zielo is all about elevated, creative cuisine with a gorgeous atmosphere. I loved the experience of trying dishes that felt thoughtful and a little unexpected—definitely the kind of place where dinner ...
Mary Zielo | Colombia
If you’re craving authentic Oaxacan flavors, put Casa Oaxaca on your list. It’s honestly hard to name favorites because I loved everything we ordered! Every dish was packed with flavor and really showcased the richness of Oaxacan cuisine. The kind of...
Casa Oaxaca El Restaurante | Oaxaca
Loved our dinner at Sonder! We ordered the Little Gem Salad, Outside Skirt Steak, and Pork Fried Rice, and everything was so good. Sometimes the best meals are when you order a few things to share and end up loving all of them. Definitely a spot I’d ...