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Most people go to Hawaii for the beaches, I go there to eat. Especially desserts. There are so many sweets that Hawaii is known for. From shave ice to malasadas, I’m always on the hunt for desserts when I’m visiting the islands. Kauai is my favorite of the Hawaiian islands and I’ve visited multiple times, […]

I spent my first couple of trips to Japan eating strictly Japanese food, but then I was finally ready to focus on Japanese pizza. On top of my list was, of course, the omakase at The Pizza Bar on 38th. Located on the 38th floor of the Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, The Pizza Bar is a […]

*Updated Jan. 18, 2026 Most of you have probably spent 30 minutes before dinner circling the neighborhood for parking. Or perhaps you just gave up and paid the $15 valet parking charge. Parking in Los Angeles can be hard, or expensive. That’s why I decided to curate this list of the best LA restaurants with […]

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island was one of my favorite places I’ve stayed at. I loved my glamping tent and the surrounding area is stunning with plenty of outdoor activities to fill your time. Plus, the food and drink program is excellent. A stay at Clayoquot is all-inclusive. You get three meals provided with […]

The Inland Empire is home to dozens of craft breweries, some of which have made a name across the state and country with the quality and creativity of their beers. Its proximity to Los Angeles makes it a great day trip destination for a beer crawl, whether you’re into sour beers, stouts or Belgian ales. […]

There’s no denying that prices for everything have gone up compared to five years ago, and that means it’s getting more and more expensive to dine out. That has not stopped me from going out to eat, but it certainly helps when there is a deal. Thankfully, some Los Angeles restaurants have brought back the […]