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    Los Angeles Gift Guide

    by Jennifer Smith

    Is it just us or does everyone feel that giddy, childlike thrill brought on by the thought of presents? Sure, we’re in a recession but great gift giving doesn’t… more

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    L.A. Thanksgiving Planner 2009

    by Matthew Allard

    The holiday season has arrived. Which, let's be honest, means one very important thing: Roast feast. Whether it's turkey or tofurkey--pull up a chair, slap on a… more

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    Editor's Favorites: Matthew Allard

    by Matthew Allard

    Nickname: Mallard | Last album downloaded: Lusine's A Certain Distance | Last book: Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer | Who'd play me in a movie: Ryan… more

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    Cheap Eats: L.A. for $1 or Less

    by Mar Yvette

    I'd buy that for a dollar! When budgets are down and the national unemployment rate is up (it's the highest it's been in 26 years, folks), it's time to buckle… more

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    Handmade Helpers: Best Places to D.I.Y.

    by Matthew Allard

    'Tis always the season to do-it-yourself. That's right, with your own two bare hands. After all, handmade gifts and D.I.Y. crafts cost nearly a fraction of some… more

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    Where to Find L.A.'s Finest Local Beers

    by Matthew Allard

    Eat a loaf of bread and pad your briefcase with saltines because you're going to need a little something extra to sop up all the suds on our local brew list.… more

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    Belly Up: 12 Beer Bars in Los Angeles

    by Mar Yvette

    Not fond the frou-frou wine scene? Prefer a cold one at a cool bar to a fancy cocktail at some sweaty club? Whether it's an old favorite like Father's Office or… more

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    The Best of Silver Lake

    by Cadien Clark

    Posers, man. They're everywhere ... Sometimes they're even closer than you think. Full disclosure: I love the Eastside, but I do not live there. Still, I have… more

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    Where to Throw a Party in L.A.

    by Charlie Amter

    Looking for that perfect last-minute back room hideaway for your office holiday party? Or even just an unforgettable birthday celebration, bridal shower,… more

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    8 Great Fish Tacos in L.A.

    by Cadien Clark

    Need your post-summer seafood fix? Take advantage of our unique perch on the Pacific and start gorging on this straight-outta-Baha delicacy. Grilled, fried,… more

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Local Lists

5 Places I'm Thankful for in Los Angeles
Posted by susielol - on November 19, 2009
5 Places I'm Thankful for in LA
Posted by rebeccajcitysearch - on November 18, 2009
L.A. is a vegan vacation wonderland
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Los Angeles Vacation
Posted by Valerie L - on November 06, 2009
Whether you are a first time visitor or you loved LA so much that you decided to come back, here is a list of places you may not have been to. Even if you've lived here…more

Just Reviewed

1 Star Rating: Poor Too Much Change!
Posted by doglover999 yesterday
Review of WagVille : We had our dog groomed at Wagville all last year—during 2008. The tall blond groomer (Tad?) was GREAT, and Wagville even won an award from City Search for best of grooming in 2008, for this groomer's impressive…more
2 Star Rating: Below Average Can't pour a proper pint
Posted by la2bcn 18 hours ago
Review of York : These guys do not know how to pour beer. So as to save money they will pour you a pint from a pint glass they they served earlier. Plus there beer is flat. To get a proper pint you need to go to the Verdugo.
4 Star Rating: Recommended Easy shopping
Posted by EdgarT on November 19, 2009
Review of The Sofa Company - Pasadena : After a month of shopping for a sectional, we enden up at the sofa company. We were pleased with that experince. The salesperson, Jeannie, was very helpful. She helped us with the fabric selection, the sectional…more

Top Reviewers

24 reviews 1 rated helpful

Top Reviewer: Melissa Gage
Last reviewed El Rey Theatre on November 16, 2009
“Citysearch Editorial Review”
Built in 1936 as a movie house, this indie music venue can pack in about 900 for standing-room-only shows in the atmospheric grand ballroom. Beyond an art deco lobby with sweeping side…more

8 reviews 1 rated helpful

Top Reviewer: CSMobileUser
Last reviewed Capri Salon14 hours ago
“overpriced”
Lauren is way over priced for a stylist only out of school a year! Especially needs to build up speed before charging experienced prices!!

6 reviews

Top Reviewer: Michael Fran
Last reviewed Seven Grand on November 01, 2009
“Don't Go Anywhere Else for Whiskey”
Where else can you order whiskey, scotch and bourbon from all around the world and play pool with interesting, good looking people? The music is great, like most Ced Moses bars, as is…more