Los Angeles - May 05, 2005

Your Favorite Monster

Dedicated E-mail: Monster-in-Law

You thought your relationship with your mother was testy?

Wait till you see Monster-in-Law. Jennifer Lopez and Jane Fonda star as opposites with one thing in common: a fiance and son. And since nothing is better than laughing at other people’s problems, this Mother’s Day take your mom (or mother-in-law, godmother, grandmother, or favorite aunt) out for a bite, a spree, and an exclusive sneak preview of the ultimate mother-daughter film, Monster-in-Law.

First stop: lunch. Nothing eases tension like Italian. Le Marmiton is cool (but not intimidating) and fun (in case you need the distraction). 1327 Montana Avenue, between Euclid and 14th Streets (310-303-7716).

Next up: shopping. Every generation can agree on jewelry. Nearby Moondance is literally a gem of a shop. Whether you’re in the mood for innovative or classic designs, they have it all. Maybe you’ll even be inspired to buy her a treat — if she’s on her best behavior, of course. 1530 Montana Avenue, between 15th and 16th Streets (310-395-5516).

You’ll both need pretty new spring clothes to go with the sparkle, so head over to
a. mason. The store has high-end vintage in the back and elegant up-and-coming talents in the front. The young and the young at heart will both score big thanks to the shop’s killer clothing selection. 1511 Montana Avenue, between 15th and 16th Streets (310-394-7179).

Rather shop together from a cute online boutique? Shariwacks.com has a necklace just like the one Jennifer Lopez wears in Monster-in-Law.

How do you commemorate this special day with your new best friend? A mix CD! Joss Stone, Jem, Esthero, Nellie McKay, and Madeleine Peyroux (to name just a few) are all on the Monster-in-Law soundtrack. Pick it up at the Virgin Megastore on Sunset (or just order online at amazon.com).

Solidify your new bond at a special advance sneak preview of Monster-in-Law on Sunday, May 8. Everyone gets a special rose, courtesy of GlobalRose.com.

Monster-in-Law, in theaters May 13.