Articles By: Alyssa Morin

Rockwood Capital buys Rhythm and Hues  campus in El Segundo

Rockwood Capital buys Rhythm and Hues campus in El Segundo

May 17, 2013 4:40 am

El Segundo exists between four borders: the airport to the north, industrial offices, mainly aerospace, to the east, the Chevron plant to the south, and the Pacific Ocean and an industrial coast to the west.

Walking in the South Bay’s botanical gardens

Walking in the South Bay’s botanical gardens

May 9, 2013 12:40 pm

Walking through rows of rose bushes, junipers, succulents and a koi pond at the South Coast Botanical Garden, it is hard to believe that you are just blocks away from the Pacific Coast Highway.

Summer Concerts, from piers to parks

Summer Concerts, from piers to parks

May 9, 2013 11:45 am

The term “Sunday Funday” is used widely in the South Bay social circuits, often referring to day-drinking, bar-hopping, and general debauchery. Fortunately, Allen Sanford of Saint Rocke took it upon himself four years ago to rescue the Hermosa Summer Concerts on the Beach from oblivion, thus creating a cure for the common Sunday Funday.

Forever Young: Andy Hill and Renée Safier keep Dylanfest strong at 23

Forever Young: Andy Hill and Renée Safier keep Dylanfest strong at 23

April 29, 2013 10:52 am

 
You would think they are married.

Manhattan Beach considers tougher smoking ban

Manhattan Beach considers tougher smoking ban

April 17, 2013 3:16 pm

Community members and experts gathered at the Manhattan Beach Council Chambers Monday evening to discuss imposing a more rigorous ordinance against smoking in public places.

Home is where the beach is for actress Danielle Nicolet [Fashion]

Home is where the beach is for actress Danielle Nicolet [Fashion]

April 10, 2013 4:41 pm

Actress and Manhattan Beach resident Danielle Nicolet moved from small-town Ohio to Los Angeles to live with her mother in the Valley at the age of 15. A year later, she struck out on her own.

Camerawoman follows family behind scenes

Camerawoman follows family behind scenes

April 10, 2013 4:17 pm

Kira Hernandez followed her uncle to work and eventually into Hollywood.

Celebrity chef opens restaurant in Redondo Beach

Celebrity chef opens restaurant in Redondo Beach

March 29, 2013 9:47 am

A certain kind of person doesn’t mind going through life working at a job that doesn’t inspire them, going through the everyday motions for the sake of job stability and security.

Best romantic dinner: La Sosta Enoteca

March 14, 2013 1:29 pm

Simple décor, candlelight and the smell of rustic, authentic Italian cuisine make cozy La Sosta a go-to spot for couples celebrating birthdays and anniversaries or just seeking a romantic evening out together.

Best view: The Strand House

Best view: The Strand House

March 14, 2013 1:28 pm

Mike Zislis’ Strand House is another success story for the South Bay restaurant giant.

Best ice cream parlor: Manhattan Beach Creamery

March 14, 2013 1:26 pm

Manhattan Beach Creamery continues its reign as favorite ice cream shop in the South Bay with an unwavering commitment to fresh, inventive homemade ice cream and baked goods.

Best yogurt shop: Yogurtland

March 14, 2013 1:25 pm

South Bay fro-yo fans are loyal to this independent spot that offers a glut of flavors and toppings that you use to build your own sweet creation.

Best bagel shop: Noah’s New York Bagels

March 14, 2013 1:24 pm

The South Bay has enough New York transplants to grant credence to the winner of best bagel.

Best independent coffee house: Java Man

Best independent coffee house: Java Man

March 14, 2013 1:23 pm

For 20 years and counting, Java Man has been a popular spot for South Bay locals to enjoy coffee, homemade soups and sandwiches, and breakfast entrees.

Best coffee house chain: Starbucks Coffee Company

March 14, 2013 1:21 pm

With a dozen locations around the South Bay, Starbucks continues to be locals’ number one spot for daily caffeine injections.