Hi there! I grew up in Santa Cruz and graduated from UC Berkeley in 2018 with an English major and Spanish minor. After teaching ESL for a few years, I joined the Secret Media Network as a Staff Writer. I love to write about California history, hidden gems, museum exhibitions, and local wildlife.
Next time you’re in Silver Lake wandering down Sunset Blvd, you’ll want to make a point of stopping in at De Buena Planta. This gorgeous plant-based Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles is famed for its verdant...
Weekend 2 of the storied Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has officially come to a close, with headliners Lana Del Rey, Doja Cat, and Tyler, The Creator bringing the house down. As SoCal’s influencer popul...
When faced with the challenge of picking the best Japanese restaurant Los Angeles has to offer, it can be hard to choose a favorite. Here we’ve pulled a handful of the best restaurants that stand out, be it for th...
Nestled in a 100-year-old building in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo neighborhood, you’ll find a nostalgic and casual ramen shop that feels straight out of Japan. This is Daikokuya, a massively popular Japanese r...
Coachella season is upon us! The annual music festival is world-renowned for its distinct style, excellent headliners, and pop culture presence. Whether you already have tickets or you’re just curious…...
Drive past this unassuming staircase in Silver Lake and you’d be forgiven for paying it no heed. Unless you’re an old-timey film buff, it tends to blend in with the residential landscape. But look more close...
We can’t wait for Easter in Los Angeles, a time when the city is full of vibrant spring parties, egg hunts, outdoor brunches, and festive activities. Here we’ve looked into some of the most highly-anticipate...
We’re lucky to enjoy some of the best cuisine from around the globe here in L.A., but Italian food is a true staple for casual restaurantgoers and hardcore L.A. foodies alike. We’ve dived into the best Itali...
The Los Angeles restaurant scene is constantly pushing the envelope with creative ingredient combinations and innovative techniques. Naturally, the bar culture follows suit, and there’s no better place to experien...