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Sawtelle Boulevard is what I consider one of the food paradises of Los Angeles. This stretch has gained a trendy reputation because of its many Japanese influenced lunch/dining options. Over the years, many ramen shops have started to pop in the area.  It has reached the point that if you want wonderful ramen in Los Angeles, you have to stop by Sawtelle Boulevard. This is one of my favorite areas in the big city and I am eager to share my Sawtelle ramen recommendations. Location The ‘neighborhood’ comprises the portion of Sawtelle Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and Olympic Boulevard. This area is located very close to the most popular beaches in Los Angeles County.  Santa Monica and Venice Beach are within a 7 miles distance (15-20 minutes’ drive).  This is an ideal lunch stop for those touring Los Angeles and moving from the beach to Beverly Hills or Hollywood. Why Visit? This one of the best places in the United States to have ramen (some assure this is the best plac...

In This Post... A Peek Behind Burbanks Scenes Getting Behind Burbanks Scenes Was Easier than we Thought. Behind Burbanks Scenes at Warner Bros. Studio A Tiny Peek Behind Burbanks Scenes Making the Big Screen That Much Smaller A Peek Behind Burbanks Scenes D ubbed the “media capital of the world,” Burbank is home to some of the biggest companies in entertainment. Over the years Warner Bros, NBC, and Disney (among others) have produced hit TV shows and movies from this little city just north of Hollywood. Thankfully Burbank is also home to the Coast Anabelle hotel – the second stop of my #GreatCoastRoadTrip. Getting Behind Burbanks Scenes Was Easier than we Thought. The Coast Annabel hotel is conveniently located minutes away from world-famous studios making it the perfect jumping off point for heading behind Burbanks scenes. If the 5 minute drive is too much for you, head next door to the Coast Anabelle’s historic sister property, the Safari Inn, for a tast...

Between Silver Lake and Downtown Los Angeles you’ll find the quirky and cool Echo Park neighbourhood, an upcoming area of the city that’s got a whole lot of charm and lots of hidden spots to explore. This walkable area has cafes, thrift shopping, bars and restaurants all within strolling distance, complete with a sense of community. Here’s our best of’s Echo Park! Things to Do in Echo Park: Yogala A space for healing, meditation and yoga. Strengthen, lengthen and find your bliss with a class at Yogala whose schedule runs from 6:30am with morning practice and peaceful Ashtanga through to candlelight meditation and sleep tight classes at 8:30pm.   1840 Echo Park Ave Pedal Boat Swans at Echo Park Lake Hire a swan boat for an easy $11 an hour and take a paddle around Echo Park Lake. Best at sundown! 1632 Bellevue Ave Baxter Street Stairs Providing some of the most breathtaking views in Los Angeles. Beginning at 1501 Baxter St. and ending at 2101 Park Dri...