I spent only one night in Boulder, Colorado before returning home to L.A. a week ago. And I didn’t waste my evening there at some rag-tag, take-out joint. I dined, people. At Oak at fourteenth, in downtown Boulder.…
Lazy Sunday
I doubt today will actually end up being lazy, but it’s a nice idea. And no matter what, it will be lovely to be home, hanging out with Mister. Just being us. I’m glad I know enough…
Art in Public Places – Boulder, CO
When I got out and walked around Boulder, CO during my short stay there, I spotted the sculpture above, on Pearl Street. I don’t know why, but she seemed a little out of place to me. …
A Room With a View
This was the view from our hotel room in Boulder, Colorado. I took this photo the day we arrived. It was a balmy 72 degrees. The next day? Not so balmy. This was the view… …
Mizuna in Denver, Colorado
Last weekend, while in Denver, Colorado, I feasted at a restaurant called Mizuna. That joint was beautiful, intimate and I would go back there in a heartbeat. I’m gonna tell you right now – I had…
A Dose of Autumn
I spent the weekend in Denver, Colorado, where I got a lovely dose of autumn. Not only did I enjoy the changing colors, I also enjoyed the cold. It dipped below freezing, and there was even some snow!…
Mystery Larder
Recently I was privileged to visit the basement of someone who is mightily prepared for the apocalypse. And I mean this in the most respectful, envious way. Friends, these people have one heck of a larder. Seriously,…
One, Two, Three, Drink!
A week ago, Mister and I joined Beer Club for a field trip to Oktoberfest. In Germany, they have Munich. In Southern California, we’ve got Alpine Village in Torrance. Six of one, half a dozen of another… …
When Will Fall Fall on L.A.?
This crazy L.A. weather is taking its toll, friends. I keep wondering, when will fall fall on us here? Soon, I hope. If it’s already fall where you live, I’m jealous, jealous, jealous! But I’m not so…