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The beautiful landscapes and quaint neighborhoods of Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Agoura Hills and Westlake Village make for the ideal hiding place for some of Hollywood’s elite who tend to frequent the area’s many historic and iconic restaurants.
Hearst Castle
California was (and is) such a land of opportunity that if you wanted to live in a castle, you could just build one yourself. And fortunately for the rest of us, you need not be a Sir or a Lady to go visit any of these six great castles in California.
san mateo hiking
From the sweet scents of sycamore forests to unbeatable views of the San Francisco Bay, San Mateo County hosts an assortment of experiences for any hiker looking for an escape from the city.
Chumash Indian Museum
If you’re interested in piecing together what life might’ve been like in Southern California before it was The Golden State, here are five great sites to learn about and experience the region's Native American heritage.
Domenicos Restaurant
Today, 2nd Street in Belmont Shore is a thriving business district lined with both old and new restaurants, bars, and boutiques. And while Belmont Heights remains a mostly residential town, there are still some gems hidden amongst its quiet streets.
Entrance to the Organic Farm in Havana
Cuba is in a period of profound change, which is impacting all aspects of life — including the food system.
Labneh Dip
Labneh is a Middle Eastern cheese that has an ultra-creamy, thick texture and a pleasingly tangy flavor. It is also surprisingly simple to make at home.
Kali Restaurant Charred Avocado Salad
Kali Restaurant on Melrose Avenue offers customers a unique fine dining experience and diverse selection of food, including this delicious charred avocado salad. 
Dining with the Chef delicious food
KCET plans to return to the Los Angeles Times' annual culinary event The Taste in spectacular fashion featuring multi-cultural food programming,…
half moon bay
Encompassing part of the San Francisco Peninsula and bordered by the Santa Cruz Mountains, San Mateo County offers a wealth of rural forests and beaches south of the densely populated Bay Area.
The Lighthouse Cafe
While an influx of young college graduates and big developers has led Hermosa to lose some of its small town charm in recent years, there is still plenty to the beach city that harkens back to the old days.
Succulents: The Huntington Botanical Gardens (1)
You may think that “verdant” landscaping implies green grass and evergreen shrubs, but succulents have an uncommon beauty and can actually survive a drought like this. Here are ways to learn more about succulents and explore the world of desert gardens.
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