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Discover lists and roundups on travel, restaurants, food, celebrities, products, and other original content by editor, writer, and lifestyle expert Mar Yvette.

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15 Must-See Movies That Take Place in Los Angeles

Top Lists 21 Dec 2017
While there could never be just one film to fully sum up the experience of my beloved hometown of Los Angeles, there are certain movies that capture a timeless piece of it. Here are my top 15 movies that each have their own way of showcasing the many sides of LA in all its imperfect, beautiful, contradictory, glamorous, gritty, heartbreaking, hilarious, limitless glory.
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Where to find cotton candy in LA

Get Spun: Cotton Candy in LA

Top Lists 7 Dec 2017
Cotton candy, fairy floss, fluffy stuff. Whatever you call it, the spun sugary treat conjures images of summertime carnivals and county fairs. But wait... this sweet snack is so popular it has its own holiday right in the midst of the holiday season on December 7. Find out where to get your fill of the frilly fun across Los Angeles.
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5 Skinny Summer Cocktails

Top Lists 10 Jul 2017
Want the skinny on the best summer cocktails that won't have you busting out of your swimsuit this season? From fruity concoctions that'll keep you cool to a spicy spirit that will heat things up, here are five tasty cocktails that go perfectly with the easy-breezy weather and weigh in at 150 calories or less.
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Hanging out at the saltwater jacuzzi at Miramonte Resort & Spa

8 Hotel Spas Worth the Splurge

Top Lists 26 Apr 2017
Whether you need to de-stress from the pressures of everyday life or just want to treat yourself to a little pampering, there’s nothing like checking into a fab hotel spa for some rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. From an urban oasis in Downtown LA to a soothing oceanside retreat, these SoCal hotel spas are worth a trip.
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