Health + Wellness

Publisher's Picks

Invest in your well-being at four local holistic wellness centers Article by Atira Rodriguez K Wellness A health spa offering a highly effective combination of hyperbaric oxygen treatments and IV nutritional therapy to combat fatigue, chronic stress, anxiety, insomnia and more. IV Bungalow A wellness center offering IV therapy, vitamin injections for increased hydration and energy levels. They also offer mobile service! Simple Health Wellness A healthcare clinic offering an array of...

Life + Culture

A Daughter of Long Beach

Sumer Temple follows her father's path while blazing her own trail. Article by Kat Schuster | Photography by Nirav Solanki Sumer Temple grew up surrounded by the values of hard work, integrity and community service. At a young age, she was immersed in the family business her father, Don Temple, built—learning the ins and outs simply by tagging along with him to work. From her early days decorating filing cabinets with puffy stickers to years later turning the business into a...

Home + Design

Mocha Mousse

Timeless. Sensual. Elegant. Article by Jennifer Morehouse Every year, Pantone’s Color of the Year (COTY) serves as a barometer of global cultural shifts, influencing fashion, interior design, architecture, and even the art world. More than just a color, the COTY is a reflection of our collective mood, a visual echo of societal trends and climates, and technological innovations.  In the realm of luxury interiors, color is not just a visual statement but a narrative. Mocha Mousse, with its...

Real Estate

Q&A With Beatrix Whipple

The CEO of The Whipple Group on real estate, design and building lasting connections. Article by Kat Schuster | Photography by The Whipple Group LONG BEACH CITY LIFESTYLE: Can you share your journey into the real estate industry? What first sparked your interest in this field? BEATRIX WHIPPLE: Growing up, my mom was a residential realtor in Orange County and I grew up surrounded by the business, going to open houses and helping her drop off seasonal gifts to her clients. I remember being...

Food + Beverage

Hidden Gems of Long Beach

Four unique "venue inside a venue" spaces to discover around town Article by Atira Rodriguez The Exhibition Room A secret entrance through a phone booth transports you from Roxanne's to a prohibition-era speakeasy. Claire's at the Museum An elegant oceanfront dining experience on the Long Beach Museum of Art campus. Union Enjoy Southeast Asian-influenced SoCal cuisine while seated in the middle of Compound LB's art gallery. The Wolf's Den at The Wicked Wolf This velvet-rich...

Life + Culture

Long Beach Steps Up To Help Fire-Scarred LA

Long Beach offers relief, aid, and hope to wildfire victims. Article by Kat Schuster and Atira Rodriguez When we think of home, it's more than just walls and a roof – it's where our most precious memories live, where we find refuge from life's storms, where we feel most ourselves. Few of us pause to imagine what it would mean to lose not just the physical structure but the treasured photo albums, the marks on the wall tracking our children's growth and the familiar comfort of our own bed. But...

Food + Beverage

Graze Anatomy

A Step-by-Step Guide To Designing A Beautiful Food Board At Home Article by Andrea Cruz | Photography by Nirav Solanki The food board trend took off during the pandemic as people sought creative ways to enjoy themselves at home. Years later, it remains wildly popular, transforming the simple cheese-and-cracker spread into an intricate display of culinary artistry. Food design has become a cornerstone of home entertaining, elevating casual gatherings into Instagram-worthy events and turning...

Real Estate

835 Locust Ave, 323. Long Beach

Welcome Home to Unit 323 at the historic and iconic Masonic Temple Lofts. This north, south, west-facing end unit, located in the south tower, embodies minimalist, luxurious loft living. With polished concrete floors, high concrete ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows, this corner unit is bathed in natural light. The open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the living, entertaining, and dining areas, creating a fluid, modern space. The kitchen is equipped with sleek black granite...

Real Estate

3810 Wilshire Blvd, 802. Los Angeles

Welcome Home and discover refined living in the largest one-bedroom unit at The Mercury, a stunning adaptive-reuse loft-style condo situated on the prestigious Wilshire Corridor. Originally an office building, this remarkable conversion offers breathtaking views of Los Angeles complemented by luxury amenities. Step inside to find abundant natural light streaming through a striking wall of windows, illuminating an open-concept living space with high ceilings. The sophisticated design features...

Real Estate

115 West 4th Street, 408. Long Beach, CA 90802

Welcome Home to an exceptional top floor unit in the iconic Meyer and Holler-designed Walker Building! This top floor, east-facing 1,745 square foot loft is the epitome of urban chic loft living. Polished concrete floors, open concept floorplan, original oversized 1929 sash windows that overlook Pine Avenue, 13 foot tall exposed concrete ceilings, and exposed concrete beams. Chef's grade kitchen with a custom-built kitchen island, stainless steel appliances, built-in stainless steel...