Los Angeles Top 5

Before I post about our Labor Day weekend, I supposed it makes sense to discuss our Memorial Day weekend in Los Angeles (sidenote: it was also my birthday weekend!). It was only a 48-hour trip. The main purpose was to attend a good friend's housewarming party. During our remaining free time, I did have tourist-y plans. But unfortunately, I fell victim to a fever and I had to spend a lot of time inside the hotel room. Oh well. I was not able to do everything I wanted, but they were certainly highlights:

1) The Bazaar - What an incredible restaurant experience for my birthday! Delicious food? Cool atmosphere? Great service? Check, check and check!

2) Inn at Venice Beach - During a previous trip to Southern California, I fell in love with the Venice Beach area. So I decided for this trip to stay in Venice Beach. No regrets whatsoever. It is a charming hotel (check out their courtyard below) in a great location (check out the nearby canal and beach below).



3) Tour of movie stars' homes - I can't take credit for this idea. Because I was sick and could not do much, the Husband suggested we buy the below map and just drive around looking for stars' homes in Beverly Hills and Bel Air.
4) Pinkberry - I've been wanting to try their yogurt for the longest time. I finally had my chance, and I was not disappointed.
5) On the way to The Bazaar, I saw Crumbs. Being a major cupcake fan, of course, I had to try theirs. Below is their strawberry-banana cupcake, and it was heaven!

I was a little disappointed that I was so sick during this trip, but oh well. I will have more on my to-do list for my next visit.