There’s a distinct, soul-crushing grief only a true foodie knows: realizing your sanctuary—ORLA at the Regent Santa Monica—has jumped the shark.
Culinary Passages
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By Friday my brain is the processing power of a wet napkin—here are four comfort-food passages that rescue dinner without demanding a culinary pilgrimage.
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Barnaby stayed with Dogsitting by Ally while we went to Las Vegas for Christmas. This is our paw-approved review of that experience — what Ally’s setup offers for a large dog, how he actually did, and whether it’s the right call for families taking a trip and needing real dog care instead of a kennel. Barnaby playing with the pack at Dogsitting by Ally. A Real Social Schedule Instead of sitting in a crate watching the clock, Barnaby spent the days with other dogs — wrestling matches and playful paw-swats around 10:00 AM, group naps around 2:00 PM, and what…
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Think a quick snack in Vegas is harmless? Think again—yogurt and popcorn can hit your wallet like a luxury bill.
Braving the infamous Bouchon Bakery line is a morning rite at The Venetian—suffer a little and you'll be rewarded with the city's best croissant.