That's what happened when I visited Simonette in Culver City on a Friday evening. Located inside Palihotel Culver City, Simonette is one of those spots that feels tucked away in a way that makes discovering it part of the experience. The hotel is nestled into the neighborhood, and once you're there, you get this cute, intimate, open-air setting surrounded by trees and twinkling lights. It was warm that evening, and at one point, I was sitting outside watching leaves fall thro

Sometimes the best part of a dining experience isn't necessarily what's on the plate. I recently stopped by Primecut Taqueria with a few former coworkers/friends, and while the experience wasn't a complete bust, I found myself leaving a little underwhelmed. The restaurant itself was clean, and I really liked the see-through kitchen. There's something enjoyable about being able to sit nearby and watch your food being prepared. The indoor space felt a little smaller, so we deci

There are food tours, and then there are experiences that remind you why food has the power to bring people together. Daisy’s Black LA Food Tour was definitely the latter. I arrived expecting to eat good food, visit several Black-owned businesses, and learn a little more about Los Angeles. What I didn't expect was how quickly a bus full of strangers would begin to feel like a community. From the moment we arrived, there was an energy surrounding the tour. The original plan wa