There are few record stores more iconic than Amoeba Music. Known for hosting live concerts at their location on Sunset Boulevard, legends like Paul McCartney have performed in store for an intimate group of fans. It’s also a popular place to unload your CD collection and go crate-digging for classic LPs. The independent record store …
Hollywood Entertains the Idea of a “Road Diet”
City of Los Angeles Proposes a Plan to Enhance the Walk of Fame Experience A new diet is taking Hollywood by storm. It’s called the “road diet,” and surprisingly, it doesn’t involve kale chips or cauliflower rice. Rather, it’s a technique in transportation planning that reduces the width of a road in order to achieve …
Thompson Hotel: Architecture and Design
A unique fusion of styles that connects the past with the present Something new is coming to downtown Hollywood. A luxurious hotel that strikes a balance between art deco architecture and mid-century modern design. Thompson Hotel effortlessly fuses the two styles together for a stunning and timeless look. Retaining the integrity and unique history of …
Enjoy a Mountain Escape Without Leaving the City
Winter-Inspired Drink Menu at Ever Bar Throw on a cozy sweater and enjoy a wintery escape in the heart of Los Angeles. Ever Bar has created a seasonal drink program inspired by resort cities like Aspen and Vail. The menu is full of creative aperitifs such as the Hans Gruber, a spiked eggnog concoction named …
West Coast Style Meets Windy City Hospitality
Chicago-based Hotel and Restaurant to Open in Heart of Hollywood Chicago is having a moment in the heart of historic Hollywood. The Godfrey Hotel—a Chicago-based hotel brand with locations in Boston, Chicago, and Tampa—will open a new hotel on Cahuenga Boulevard by early 2020. The project is developed by Oxford Capital Group, designed by Steinberg …
Musso & Frank Grill Celebrates 100 Years of Operation
Hollywood Award of Excellence & Donation Benefit Dinner Where can you find veal schnitzel, spaghetti and meatballs, bouillabaisse marseillaise, filet mignon, and corned beef and cabbage all on the same menu? In Hollywood, there’s only one place. Musso & Frank Grill, the landmark restaurant that’s celebrating their centennial anniversary this year. Opened during a time …
Rock of Ages Returns to Hollywood as an Immersive Dining Experience
The beloved musical Rock of Ages, renowned for 80s power ballads and rock anthems, is returning to Hollywood Boulevard as an all-new immersive theatrical and dining experience, curated by celebrity chef and restaurateur Todd English. The new concept, dubbed as “EATertainment” by English, is bringing back several Rock of Ages alumni including Tony-, Emmy-, and Grammy-nominated …
Photographer Captures Stunning Photos of Capitol Records Building
The photos celebrate the building’s 75th anniversary Many of us take it for granted here in Hollywood, but the Capitol Records building is a world-renowned architectural icon. Local artist Ted VanCleave gives the musical landmark the star treatment in a recently released photography series. Check out his interview about the project here.
The New & Improved Hollywood Pedestrian Experience
As you walk through the historic core of Hollywood, you may notice shiny new signs along the way. The art deco-inspired signage, which pays homage to Hollywood’s glamorous history, is just the first of many improvements from the HEART of Hollywood initiative spearheaded by Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell. The black signs are gilded in gold and are …
LA Eater Names Seven Delicious Things To Eat In Hollywood
Hollywood was a part of a new series from LA Eater about great dishes in various neighborhoods across LA. The list features the grilled lamb riblets at Gwen and the chicken liver bruschetta at Pizzeria Mozza. It is hard to argue with their suggestions as they are some of our favorite dishes. To see the entire …