Now that summer has come to an end, you'd think that it's time to put on our sweaters and scarves and have endless servings of Pumpkin Spice lattes. Wrong. It's still pretty hot even though it's technically autumn now, but that's just normal LA weather. We're still soaking up the sun, hitting the beach and enjoying plenty of frozen treats - like gelato. Studio City is one of the hot spots of the San Fernando Valley as most of it runs along Ventura Boulevard: home to some of t

Mexican food is comfort food: hearty dishes, deep flavors, rich spices and they aren't afraid of carbs - that's what I love about it. I may not be of Mexican descent, but I grew up eating Mexican food. It's one of my favorites. While I was in Cancún, I stopped by El Rincón de Los Antojos to try some authentic dishes just like abuela would make - and yes, abuela still takes care of the cooking. El Rincón started as a backyard operation and with plenty of community support it g

With the summer's end within reach, I spent a few days last week in Cancún exploring the city sights, beaches, a day trip to the neighboring state of Yucatán to see one of the glorious world wonders, and of course, eating. I haven't traveled much outside of the States, so an international trip was in order. I've heard great things about Cancún and I wanted to explore it for myself. Traveling to a foreign country can be tricky, so here are a few tips for first time travelers,