Open wide and say om.
ENLIGHTEN
Detox/Retox at Golden Road Brewing
What: Sweat out last night’s party with an hour ($10) of Ashtanga yoga on the lawn, then reward yourself for getting out of bed with a free pint.
Why: The $8 brunch specials include a breakfast burger, burrito, and vegan omelet.
When: Thru Nov. 30. Every Sat., 10:30 a.m.
Where: 5410 W. San Fernando Rd., at Cutter St., Atwater Village (213-373-4677). To register, email dana@goldenroad.la.
ESCAPE
YAS Yoga & Surf Retreat
What: Harvest your chi in an eco-chic tree house that straddles the jungle and the ocean during the weeklong retreat at The Sanctuary at Two Rivers in Costa Rica.
Why: Daily yoga classes, surf lessons, hikes, zip lines, and organic farm-to-table meals sound way better than fighting the holiday mall-bound masses.
When: Dec. 1-7.
Where: Sign up at go2yas.com.
SNACK
Sheila G.’s Original Brownie Brittle
What: The famed brownie buff reinvents her favorite part of the treat — the crispy edges — with crunchy bites of heaven that clock in at just 120 calories a serving.
Why: Try all the flavors (chocolate chip, toffee crunch, and traditional walnut); there’s not a weak link in the bunch.
When: You find yourself fighting for the corner piece.
Where: Available at Gelson’s or browniebrittle.com.
EAT
Knackig
What: Soak up glasses of riesling with authentic German sausage on locally sourced buns at the pop-up-turned-late-night fixture at Mignon.
Why: It’s a serious upgrade from that 2 a.m. danger dog.
When: Fri. & Sat., midnight-3 a.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 128 E. Sixth St., at S. Los Angeles St., Downtown (213-489-0131).
SHOP
Marimekko
What: Bold colors and dizzying prints invade Beverly Hills at the iconic Finnish label’s new flagship stocked with products to liven up your closet and home.
Why: It’s the antidote to winter gloom.
When: Opens Fri. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 370 N. Canon Dr., at Brighton Way, Beverly Hills (310-299-2530).
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