Padel Makes Its L.A. Play—and Gives Angelenos a New Fall Pastime

After the Pro Padel League brought elite competition and familiar faces to Santa Monica, local clubs offer a chance to step onto the court. Jamie Foxx handled the coin toss. The professionals handled the harder part. At Santa…
Norton Simon Explores the Art of Sri Lanka’s Last Kingdom

Thirteen works reveal the craftsmanship, Buddhist devotion and cultural exchange that shaped Kandy. An ivory Buddha, barely 10 inches tall, holds its ground with broad shoulders, a stern expression and carefully carved drapery…
Experience South East Asian Flavors at Star Leaf in Pasadena

Star Leaf, an award-winning restaurant group founded in 2011 by visionary restaurateur Ruth Lin, has made a grand entrance into the United States. Known for its award-winning dining experiences across 43 locations in Asia, Star Leaf has chosen the beloved Playhouse Village of Pasadena for its first US location. This new establishment promises to bring a taste…
Alexander’s Steakhouse Reopens in Pasadena

Attention all foodies and steak lovers. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate luxury dining experience as Alexander’s Steakhouse Pasadena reopens just in time for Valentine’s Day. The steakhouse is a fine dining interpretation of the classic American steakhouse with hints of Japanese
influence laced into the menu…
The Pasadena Symphony Doesn’t Miss a Beat

The Pasadena Symphony’s new Pasadena Presents series, led by music director David Lockington streams from Ambassador Auditorium …
An Appetite for Architecture

L.A. is filled with architectural treasures; pairing design pinnacles with a landmark meal nearby enhances one’s appreciation …
Event Guide: Tournament of Roses in Pasadena

Originally envisioned as a way to broadcast Los Angeles’ sunny winter weather to the rest of the world, the Tournament of Roses’ iconic Rose Parade and the subsequent Rose Bowl […]
Shopping | Cop. Copine Brings Parisian Style to One Colorado

L.A.’s recent influx of Parisian fashion continues with the addition of Cop. Copine to Old Pasadena’s burgeoning One Colorado shopping complex.
Entertainment | 5 Los Angeles Walking Tours
Los Angeles was built around the automobile. But while there’s no denying that Angelenos are a little car-crazy, don’t believe the claim that “nobody walks in L.A.” Check out these five Los Angeles walking tours.
Drink | Sip Cocktails from Alex Kratena at the Langham Pasadena

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Sip Alex Kratena’s whimsical cocktail creations at the Langham Pasadena.
With cocktail culture in Los Angeles rising off the charts, it’s no wonder that LA’s sybaritic sippers regard mixologists as rock stars. Enter Alex Kratena who kicks off his U.S. tour at the Langham, Pasadena on March 25.