Don’t hate them because they’re beautiful. Genetically blessed photographer and SF-bred Claiborne Swanson Frank turns the lens on her stunning friends and family. What’s left is a gorgeous specimen of a coffee table tome.
DailyCandy’s Everywhere editor dishes about Prince, mullets, and her favorite condiments. Click through to get to know her a little better.
Want to know more about the elusive Chicago editor, Emily Fiffer? Here’s your chance.
Missionites, hear our call. The Monk’s Kettle generously offers $15 lunch deals starting this week. First up? The famous burger.
L.A. editor Evelyn Crowley’s style obsession du jour: a local collection that offers plenty of California lovin’.
One of DailyCandy Kids favorite finds of last year introduces a new product. Hands off, Mom. This one is for the kids.
It’s your first day back, and yet you already yearn for Friday afternoon. Get inspired by seventeen weekend trips to satisfy your wanderlust. Happy trails to you.
Party like there’s no to-Mayo at the new upscale Mexican restaurant with contemporary flair. Don’t skip out on the flan.
The fiesta is coming, and you get a preview. We’ve found seasonal Mexican by a James Beard Award-winning author and chef, seasonal plates, and endless tequila just over the bridge. See you there.
Head downtown for seasonal Mexican dishes with traditional flavors and an overwhelming selection of tequila. Enjoy ceviche and a margarita on the sidewalk or rotisserie chicken and a mezcal near the wood-fire oven.
No need to go south of the border for good Mexican grub, just head west of the 405, where a casually upscale dining spot awaits.
Dana Hotel and Spa’s new restaurant pays homage to our dear city in its heyday — the 1800s. Executive chef Jackie Shen helms the kitchen, dishing modern flavors and a rich history.
Culinary director Rodelio Aglibot (Sunda, BLT Restaurants) and executive chef Jackie Shen’s (Red Light, Chicago Cut Steakhouse) menu highlights modern cuisine with glimpse of the past (inspiration comes mainly from the city during the 1800s).
Bet on these tips to take you through every step of race-day prep, from creating a snazzy hat to mixing the perfect bourbon cocktail.
Fickle spring temps have your style in an S.O.S. situation? Grab hold of a fresh batch of nautical jewelry and accessories inspired by filmmaking on the sea.
A new batch of salty-sweet cookies and treats so good you’ll want to keep them in a safe. We thought about breaking into the Long Island City factory to get more, but that would be illegal — just like anything this tasty should be.
No question, Mother’s Day should be every day. But since it’s not, make the most of the one Sunday a year dedicated to you — and only you. We’ve found fourteen ways to celebrate being a darn-good new mom.
You want to see this movie. You want to see this movie. You want to see this movie. Take a break from work and see why you want to see this movie.
Bring your grocery list and get your shop on at this new farmers market conveniently located in the heart of scenic Griffith Park.
Get the backstory on Eat, Pray, Love from the author herself at an intimate dinner and book signing. Gilbert divulges the lineage of her passion for food through the republishing of her great grandmother’s cookbook. You’ll eat it up.
We’ve got news! SuChin Pak, DailyCandy’s chief correspondent, is having a baby. A first-time mom-to-be, she’s expecting a bundle this summer. While she counts down the days until baby, her questions pile up. And she’s getting answers.
The latest from the visionary folks at L.A. City Farm, The Autry Farmers Market brings together local and organic farms, specialty food vendors, fresh flowers, and just-baked goods from Homeboy Bakery to the heart of Griffith Park every Saturday.
You keep the dial turned (way) up, whether you’re in the mood to lie on the beach, drive to the mountains, or dance until dawn. Update your music library with indie selections you’ll want to put on repeat.
Put it in park with the stylin’ sisters’ services. And their great-looking staff who will drive you to distraction.
The wine country road is a long and alcoholic one. Make a pit stop at a neighborhood den to refuel on hearty Californian fare and artisanal cocktails. It can’t all be wine in the country, can it?
Duck into the nearly century-old bungalow for rustic California cuisine and artisanal cocktails. The upstairs dining room, basement bar, and outdoor patio beckon.
It’s takes two for a 4-year-old River West restaurant. A new chef brings fine dining back to these parts, dishing ambitious flavor combinations.
Vacay plans worth writing home about: A globe-trotting perfumer and restaurateur debuts a line of cool fragrances inspired by twenty of the world’s most scintillating ports of call.
There are many ways to dye. Learn the best from the designer behind our favorite swirly, multicolored dresses and pants. The Brooklynite hosts a four-week course that will take your tie-dyeing from hippie to hip.
Renovated Frogtown warehouse Elysian is a little slice of heaven nestled between the 5 and the Los Angeles River. Kitted out with an open kitchen, seven communal tables, and strategically placed pieces of Middle Eastern decor (Persian rugs, moucharaby tables), the loftlike space functions both as an event venue (nota bene, wedding planners) and as home to the underground dining series, Night In.
The host of the venue’s pop-up dining series, Night In, discusses what makes it the hot new meal ticket in town (apologies to Monsieur Lefebvre).
You’ve got to have a very steady hand to do your little’s nails. But with these new nail pens less precision is needed. Manicures for everyone.
Who’s that (DailyCandy) girl? You’ve probably noticed our illustrations look a bit different. Here, the artist behind them gives us a glimpse into her colorful world.
April 26-29: Catch Portland Cello Project at The Triple Door, get your dose of David Sedaris live, screen films from the country’s best young filmmakers, and find your way around Columbia City during the Street Scramble.
April 26-29: Grilled cheese gets its moment to shine, a sneak peek of an anticipated Los Feliz eatery, and sample sale scores from Elizabeth and James and Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent.
April 26-29: District crosses the Bay, babes on bicycles, a lyrical evening, a charitable beer garden, and free burgers at Super Duper.
April 26-29: Free yoga, a peek into Hollywood homes, a Hill Country trip that’s the cheesiest, and a chance to gorge yourself on oysters before the season ends.
April 26-29: Southport & Irving restaurant opens, Pastoral throws its Artisan Producer Festival, Sarca slashes prices 40 percent, and zombies roam Andersonvile.
Inspired by the friendly mom-and-pop bistros in Napa and Sonoma Valleys, Tom and Geri Foley open the neighborhood wine bar where there’s always a pour to match one of their seasonal American dishes. Hearty brunch selections, too.
If your house is ready for some new food rules, we’ve found the primer. Karen Le Billon’s new book chronicles her North American family’s transition to life in France and their struggle with what to eat. Ten easy-to-implement rules are accompanied by tips and recipes you’ll all enjoy.
April 26-29: Score 40 percent off A Peace Treaty scarves, free your inner artist with wild workshopping, stock up with a damn-good new art source, get in on social shopping, and download an app that keeps it all together with ease.
April 26-29: Help yourself to a cupcake (or five) for a good cause, tame your tatas at Intimacy, stop by AMS Salon’s new space, and shop the No Libs sidewalk sale.
April 26-29: Ready your reusable tote for two summer market staples, load up on Mexican wares without crossing the border, get hooked on a new jewelry line from Canada, and shop Zero + Maria Cornejo at a discount.
April 26-29: Bags at a bargain, anonymous art in the sky, a revelatory magic act, and 100 Unforgettable Dresses.
April 26-29: Squeeze in a Love Your Skin microdermabrasion on your lunch break, snag an airbrushed tee during the Inman Park Festival, attend Picnic for the Planet, and nosh on MoonPies while admiring Southern art.
April 26-29: Rock out with your wok out at Sweetlife, catch a (croquet) match made in heaven, and brunch on unexpected bacon and eggs at Mintwood Place.
Cedric Maupillier (formerly Michael Richard Central) nods to his French-brasserie past while winking at his adopted American homeland. Brunch items include classics like airy waffles and surprises like Bacon and Eggs (pork cracklin’ with pickled eggs). Dinner is more cafe style, with entrees like panfried skate wing, excellent steak frites, and whole roasted dorado (everything but the bones). Make a reservation and ask for the secret window seat. Walk-ins must learn to love the bar.
April 26-29: Gorge on heretical pies at All Star Pizza Bar, rest up in a bubble of pure air, gorge again on bacon and beer, and flex your volunteering muscles in the great outdoors.
The MVPs behind Inman Square’s All Star Sandwich Bar strike again with deliciously heretical pies like the Chili Relleno (tomatillo salsa, Cotija, poblano, chorizo, corn, cilantro) and Red Head (shaved steak, smoked bacon, smashed new potatoes, onions, horseradish cream). Early risers can shock their systems with The Dukes of Hazzard breakfast pizza (hominy-ricotta grits, maple breakfast sausage, soft-baked eggs, cheese, pickled chilies).
Where’s the party at? We found out it’s wherever Audrey Napoleon goes. Read our interview with the DJ who knocked our socks off.