626 Night Market Returns to Santa Monica
Next event set for March 12-13 By Dolores Quintana In partnership with Downtown Santa Monica, the incredibly popular 626 Night Market has opened 626 Night Market Mini at Lot 27 in Santa Monica. It started […]
James Beard Foundation Nominates Santa Monica Chef for Best Chef In California
Chef Bryant Ng of Cassia up for award By Dolores Quintana Chef Bryant Ng of Cassia has been nominated as theb Best Chef in California by the prestigious James Beard Foundation (JBF). He is currently […]
Gluten Free Restaurant Offers Over 30 Wines By The Glass at New Location
From the creators of Sinners & Saints comes a new local gem, 401k Restaurant offers a fully gluten free menu and over 30 unique wines by the glass allowing diners the freedom to explore a […]
Young Musicians Take the Stage at John Adams Middle School for the First Time Since March 2020
Over 150 students in grades 3–8 will be performing across six different large ensembles Nearly two years after the pandemic shut down all in-person operations and concerts for Elemental Music, the young musicians of this […]
Film Review: “Dog”
FILM REVIEW: DOGRated PG-13101 MinutesReleased February 18th Congratulations for a job well done to Channing Tatum and longtime collaborator Reid Carolin, each on their first outing as director on the film Dog. Tatum’s career began […]
Bryan Cranston Mesmerizes in “Power of the Sail” at the Geffen Playhouse
In view of his enormous body of work in television, film, and stage, multi-awarding winning actor Bryan Cranston should be declared a national treasure. Whether his character is a criminal in “Breaking Bad,” or a […]
Hawaiian Donut Shop Moving Into Former Santa Monica Ben & Jerry’s
Holey Grail coming to Main Street soon By Dolores Quintana A Hawaiian donut shop that uses taro root dough is moving into the former Ben & Jerry’s space on Main Street in Santa Monica. Holey […]
Local Diner Celebrates 40th Anniversary with a Special Giveaway
Beloved, award-winning local restaurant John O’Groats is celebrating its 40th Anniversary on Saturday, February 26th. In celebration of the big day John O’Groats will give each of the first 40 parties who arrive a $40 […]
Interview With Aero Theatre’s Gwen Deglise
American Cinematheque’s Gwen Deglise talks about what the theatre has to offer community By Dolores Quintana The Aero Theatre at 1328 Montana Avenue is the Westside home of The American Cinematheque. The American Cinematheque was […]
Spotlight On Black Health And Wellness During Black History Month
Building Bridges Art exchange in collaboration with The City of Santa Monica is highlighting black artists during Black History month with an exhibit showcasing black history, health, and wellness..Sponsored by Grace Medical
The first protest at René Redzepi’s Noma pop-up at the Paramour Estate (Video)
The protest was organized by Jason Ignacio White and One Fair Wage after the owner and chef of Noma, René...
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Film Review: Oscars Landscape 2026
My Oscar choices and predictions. The 98th Academy Awards, Sunday, March 15th at 4:00 PM, on ABC, and streaming on...
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