Film Review: Backrooms
By Dolores Quintana Empty spaces filled with fear. The fear of a liminal space, or a place that is abandoned or empty, is a lot like one of human beings’ most popular fears, the fear […]
Film Review: I Love Boosters
Boots Riley’s Jewel Toned Revolutionary Cinema Rollercoaster By Dolores Quintana Writer and director Boots Riley’s I Love Boosters is a dizzying, comedic paean to the strength of the individual and the power of collective action. An eminently […]
Menotti’s Brings Giveaways and Exclusive Menu Items to West Los Angeles at West Edge.
The specialty roaster debuts its third Westside location this Friday with free oat milk lattes, Hatchet Hall treats, and a limited-edition espresso drink. Menotti’s Coffee Stop. West L’Orange latte from Menotti’s Menotti’s Coffee Stop, a […]
Chef Sandra Cordero debuts Bar Xuntos: A new destination for Spanish natural wine and pintxos
The Santa Monica favorite evolves into a Barcelona-inspired bodega featuring a massive 200-bottle wine list, female-led vintners, and authentic Basque-style snacks. By Dolores Quintana Bar Xuntos — Vinos Naturales & Pintxos, is the newest phase […]
Interview: Chef Raphael Lunetta Marks Ten Years of His Namesake Santa Monica Restaurant
On his 59th birthday, the local icon discusses the purpose behind his career and the reality of running a small business today. By Dolores Quintana We interviewed Chef Raphael Lunetta for the tenth anniversary of […]
Exclusive Interview: Chef Brian Bornemann on Crudo e Nudo’s 5th Anniversary and the Magic of Sustainable Dining
Inside the 100-Square-Foot Kitchen Where the Menu Changes with the Morning Tide. By Dolores Quintana Crudo e Nudo, the sustainable Santa Monica restaurant that serves local fish and seafood and natural wines, is there for […]
Brekky 4 X One Cedar: the art of the breakfast social returns to Santa Monica
Skip the desert for a breakfast social experience featuring loaded bagels, impressive coffee, and communal dining on Lincoln Blvd. By Dolores Quintana For everyone who isn’t going to Coachella this weekend, the celebration known as […]
Birdie G’s returns: Chef Jeremy Fox to open new flagship at Fairmont Century Plaza
Following its December closure in Santa Monica, the acclaimed California restaurant returns this summer. By Dolores Quintana The best news for fans of Chef Jeremy Fox and his restaurant Birdie G’s has arrived. After what seemed […]
Oscars 2026: Big Wins, Bold Conan O’Brien Hosting and a Best Picture Victory for One Battle After Another
Full list of Academy Award winners as Conan O’Brien hosts a ceremony filled with music, humor, and emotional speeches. By Dolores Quintana The 98th Academy Awards were a remarkable ceremony. The pageantry and drama were […]
Film Review: Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die
By Dolores Quintana Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die is a demented fairy tale that is at once completely irreverent and filled with a hearty love of humanity. It extols the resilience of the human […]
Sweet Laurel Bakery Will Not Reopen in Palisades, Closes Santa Monica Pickup Spot
Sweet Laurel opened its flagship store in Palisades Village in 2018 and built a strong following across West Los Angeles....
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SM.a.r.t. Column: Santa Monica Isn’t Rebounding Yet. It’s Replacing
Santa Monica officially reports numerous new business openings, often highlighted by the media as signs of economic recovery. However, a...
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