Education

Starting the School Year Smoothly

Building Calmer Routines and Greater Independence at HomeEvery family knows that the busiest moments of the day—getting out the door in the morning, transitioning home after school, tackling homework, and getting ready for bed—can sometimes feel like a series of negotiations. For families of children who struggle with executive functioning, these everyday routines can be especially challenging.How can parents make these moments feel calmer while helping their children develop the skills to...

Food + Beverage

Moveable Feast

Toronto-born Terroni brings its spirited take on Southern Italian cooking, warm hospitality and family tradition to Brentwood Village Article by Carole Dixon If you notice a long line of cars down Barrington Place in the early evening, there’s a good chance it’s the bustling valet at Brentwood’s latest restaurant arrival: Terroni. For Angelenos, the name is familiar. Terroni has been a Los Angeles institution for nearly 20 years, known for its pitch-perfect pizza, impossibly light and crisp...

Health + Wellness

Taking the Plunge

As Los Angeles embraces a new era of at-home wellness, Redwood Outdoors brings the Nordic sauna tradition—and a beautiful new showroom—to Montana Avenue Article by Maile Pingel On the westside of Los Angeles, wellness has long been more than a trend—it’s a way of life. Cold plunges have joined Pilates and green juice in the daily vernacular, recovery has become as important as the workout itself and increasingly, rituals once reserved for spas and wellness retreats are making their way into...

Event Planning + Services

Labor of Love

Article and Photography by What began with an emotional encounter nearly two decades ago has grown into one of Los Angeles’ most beloved culinary events. On October 17, chef Suzanne Goin, restaurateur Caroline Styne and chef David Lentz will once again bring together an extraordinary roster of chefs, vintners and mixologists for L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade , benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and its mission to fight childhood cancer. Since its inception in 2010, the event has raised...

Life + Culture

Nancy Silverton’s Next Course

More than four decades into a career that helped define Los Angeles dining, the legendary chef is still moving forward—this time with a deeply meaningful new restaurant in Pacific Palisades Article by Amanda Eberstein  When Nancy Silverton hops on a Zoom for this interview, she is exactly where one might hope to find one of America's most influential chefs: in the dining room at Chi Spacca, her intimate, meat-centric restaurant at Melrose and Highland, surrounded by plates of food. But today...

Health + Wellness

Naturally Delicious

Article by Hannah Smith  At Parakeet Café, wholesome food is anything but ordinary. Since opening its first spot in La Jolla in 2017, the Southern California favorite has expanded throughout the region, bringing its vibrant, ingredients-driven menu to Brentwood Town Center on San Vicente Boulevard. The beloved café takes a thoughtful approach to healthful eating, starting with carefully sourced ingredients and building layers of flavor through fresh herbs, spices and smart cooking techniques...

Entertainment

Halloween Happenings

Three beloved westside traditions bring pumpkin patches, trick-or-treating and plenty of spooky fun to the neighborhood  Article by Hannah Smith  Halloween is a little sweeter when it comes with traditions the whole neighborhood looks forward to. This October, three longtime local favorites are back, from picking out pumpkins on the honor system at Brentwood Country Mart to gathering amid the natural beauty of Simon Meadow and braving the annual Haunted House at Brentwood Science Magnet...

Life + Culture

My Town: Rick Lox

Article and Photography by For Adam Alper, every great meal is worth the hunt. Better known to his hundreds of thousands of followers by his social media moniker, Rick Lox, the popular food influencer has built a loyal audience through his honest, no-holds-barred restaurant reviews and relentless pursuit of the perfect "Lox Level, 10/10." Whether spotlighting iconic institutions or hidden gems, his mission is simple: help people discover restaurants truly worth their time. Although his search...

Education

Executive Function Skills Every College Student Needs

College success requires much more than intelligence, strong reading skills, or knowing how to take good notes. Students may arrive on campus academically capable and still struggle to keep up with assignments, manage their time, remember expectations, initiate difficult work, or recognize when they are falling behind.The difference is often executive function (EF).Executive functions are the cognitive and behavioral processes that help us manage ourselves and our actions in order to accomplish...

Education

The Wisdom of Roses

When I was a child, I spent hours tending to the roses that grew in our yard. I was fascinated by the way something so delicate could emerge from something so ordinary. The roses needed more than water and sunlight; they needed attention. I quickly learned that the goal of beautiful blooms was met with care for the entire plant.I recall kneeling beside the garden, gently pressing my fingers into the soil, pulling away weeds, checking the leaves, and ensuring the roots had what they needed to...