(The Kalua plate lunch from Ono Hawaiian Foods restaurant)
Craving something other than fast food and sushi, our friend/tour guide Cristina took us one day to Ono Hawaiian Foods restaurant on 726 Kapahulu Avenue in Honolulu. This little shack of a place offers authentic Hawaiian food served in no-frills plastic plates. This is my type of restaurant, a cozy spot with locals enjoying the dishes. And we weren’t the only ones loving it. At a table next to us sat actor Kal Penn of Harold & Kumar Goes To White Castle. (Shredded pork and coconut dessert, after the jump.) Read More
(Just another day at the Kailua Beach Park)
Last week, we decided to take a last minute trip to Honolulu. The last time I was in Hawaii was back in 2001 when we stayed in beautiful Maui. Back then, the island was pretty desolate with travelers reluctant to visit so soon after 9/11. This time around, I wasn’t too sure what to expect. My only point of reference to Honolulu was the Brady Bunch Hawaii episode. Thankfully, I didn’t encounter any “cursed” tiki charms, creepy spiders or Professor Whitehead, just glorious sandy beaches, warm waters and a retro pink palace. Let’s take a trip… Read More
We seriously heart vintage and vintage experts Resurrection has got our addiction covered. The vintage store still has a good supply of antique YSL jewelry, including this stunning 1970s large scale necklace shown above. And in the same token, mark your calendars for A Current Affair Vintage Marketplace. The event is officially part of Fashion Night Out (we’re giving you all the FNO details later today) but will continue an extra day. That means if FNO events take over your Friday, just swing by the Marketplace the following day to check out vintage retailers and private dealers. Head to the Sales Calendar for more deals.
(From left, the storefront in better times and a look from their line)
This came out of the blue. Mosci on 7813 Melrose Avenue has closed its doors. The contemporary women’s boutique owned by Brazilian-born Flavia Mosci has been in operation since 2005. With inexpensive price points and ethnic printed dresses, the store was a favorite on Melrose with celebs like Leighton Meester sporting their looks. Calls to their PR firm as well as to the store were not returned. The small boutique was located right by the Ed Hardy stretch of Melrose Avenue, which recently saw the addition of Ed Hardy Kids and Ed Hardy Accessories. Can all that Hardy-ness be the culprit? (Pom Pom trades Melrose Avenue for Beverly Hills, after the jump.) Read More
(Author Rick Moody steps away from “The Ice Storm” and reads from his new sci-fi book)
Artist Scarlett Rouge at the Antebellum Gallery: This is the first North American solo exhibit for the French native. “In the Womb: Death, Birth, and Everything in Between” is a multimedia presentation dealing with the materialization of our deepest fears through a series of sculptures. The pieces are made of ostrich eggs which contain oil paintings within them. I’m curious! Opening reception is this Thursday, September 2, 6pm-9pm. Show runs through September 24. 1643 North Las Palmas Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90028. (Author Rick Moody reads and Avatar tunes at the Bowl…) Read More
This idea is so long overdue. Plush Beauty Bar is located north of Santa Monica Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, right in the Whole Foods mini-mall. From the outside, the nail and facial salon may look like most mani/pedi places but look closer. What makes Plush Beauty Bar unique is their mission to cater to mothers in serious need of pampering and a break from the kids. While you get serviced, your kids can play in the enclosed playpen area, watch movies, or sit next to you in benches. There’s comfy armchairs for nursing, changing tables and speedy service. (More mommy love after the jump.) Read More
This 4-bedroom, 2-unit Spanish home on 417 North Alta Vista Boulevard has a few interesting things going for it. First, $99,000 was recently slashed from the current price, which is a good thing. Secondly, it’s currently being used as a senior citizen residential facility. Owners are boasting this as an excellent source of income. That may be true but how weird would it be if you wanted to occupy the house? Awkward. Besides that, the house has an open floor plan, 2-car detached garage and 2,480 sqft. I’m guessing the tiny dogs are not included… (A look inside after the jump.)
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(Celebrating five years at Creatures of Comfort boutique on Melrose—Ashley Avignone from “The Rachel Zoe Project,” left, and Courtney Lowe of LA Vintage Exchange, right)
- In case you haven’t seen the Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington dolls / T Magazine
- Tiger Woods has moved to NYC, introduced himself to neighbors / Gawker
- Be careful what you search for: “57 percent of certain Emmy-related search results online will lead users to malicious sites” / The Informer
- Looking to intern in fashion editorial and marketing / Who What Wear
- Nicole Richie is suing Kitson / Refinery29
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I’ve had my eye on this dark grey maxi dress from Madewell for some time and now it’s a total steal at only $69.99. It’s just one of the many deals available at Madewell’s end-of-summer sale. Tonight, head over to Polkadots & Moonbeams for a star-studded Red Carpet Party. Enjoy cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery, cotton candy, and giveaways. Over in Santa Monica, Aura is still unloading their spring/summer collections, including 75% off Isabel Marant and Alexander Wang. You know what to do. Our Sales Calendar will guide you.
