By Brianna Chu It’s a confusing and tumultuous time for everyone, and restaurants are chief among the many industries and businesses that are taking a hit right now. In an effort to support some of the hardworking folks in our service industry, below is a compilation of some restaurants in the Arcadia, Monrovia, Pasadena, and…
Given that the weather is only going to get better for a while, you are probably already planning your next trip in the wilderness or hike around Pasadena. After all, it’s always nice to spend a lovely day outside with your friends and your loved ones. Plus, if you couldn’t resist the temptation over Christmas…
If you happen to spend your vacations in sunny California, give the city of Pasadena a try. It may not be as glamorous as Los Angeles or as beautiful as San Francisco but it may surprise you with the number of activities you can do, regardless of your age. Here are some of the things…
It’s fascinating to me that historical buildings have a way of bringing life to a location. When describing places that I have visited, the ones that cause goosebumps to create the memories that last a lifetime. This is especially true in Italy. Staying in Florence at Antica Torre Di Via Tornabuoni 1 was an incredible experience….
On a grey Saturday at 9:45 a.m., people line the sidewalk along the eastern end of Colorado Boulevard in Old Town Monrovia. The Peach Cafe’s unassuming, charming exterior hides a buzzing, crowded interior packed full of patrons. The establishment itself is half outdoor covered brick patio, half coffee (and seemingly also wine) bar and seating…
By Greg Aragon One of the many great things about Southern California is that even in winter, I can still get away to a beach city and have a great time in the sun. Such was the case on my last visit to Huntington Beach. The place is legendary around the world as one of…
By Greg Aragon January through April is whale watching season along the California coast and into Baja California. Each winter, thousands of gray whales travel about 5,000 miles from cold Alaskan waters to the warm bays of Mexico. When spring comes, the animals turn around and head back. There are many great places to see this…
By Greg Aragon One of my favorite places in winter is Ojai, where beautiful landscapes and small town charm mix to form pure relaxation. A friend and I recently took a day off work and snuck away to this little hideaway. It was only for the night, but the memories will linger for a long…
