Author Archives: Elise Thompson

Elise Thompson

About Elise Thompson

Born and raised in the great city of Los Angeles, this food, culture and music-loving punk rock angeleno wants to turn you on to all that is funky, delicious and weird in the city. While Elise holds down the fort, her adventurous alter ego Kiki Maraschino is known to roam the country in search of catfish.

Virtual Adventure: Ride the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster

We could use some adventure right about now, and some beautiful scenery doesn’t hurt either. The Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster in Pigeon Forge Tennessee is the longest Alpine Coaster in the United States at more than a mile long. You … Continue reading

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Live Nature Webcams to Both Relax and Entertain

Sometimes we all just need to watch some kittens frolic. On the Explore philanthropic website, you can also watch hummingbirds, otters, manatees, and gorillas. Some cams are seasonal, and sometimes nothing is happening right at that moment, but most of … Continue reading

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The Metropolitan Opera is Streaming a Different Opera Every Night

During this unprecedented ban on gatherings, New York’s Metropolitan Opera is streaming encores of their “Live in HD” series on its website nightly. The streams start at 4:30pm PST and are available for 20 hours. Tonight’s opera is my absolute … Continue reading

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Curbside Service and Community Support from The Bellwether in Studio City

Yesterday, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced the closure of restaurant dining rooms until at least March 31, 2020, and today LA county implemented the same restrictions. Restaurants can continue offering takeout and delivery. Bellwether, in Studio City, has always … Continue reading

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Liquid Kitty PRBBQ Sunday, March 8th at Harvelles in Santa Monica with Phrance, Savage Republic

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Anti-Comedians Rule a Night of Comedy and Magic to Benefit Australia

When the last comedian of the night, Bobcat Goldwait, commented that it had been a long time since he was the most normal act on the bill, it pretty much summed up the show at the Zebulon last week. Organized … Continue reading

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Mardi Gras 2020: Where to Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler in LA

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, in the Catholic tradition is your last chance to enjoy all of the foods that are forbidden during the four-week ritual fasting of Lent. It is also your last chance to really kick up your … Continue reading

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The L.A. Times Announces its Fourth Annual Food Bowl Coming in May

The L.A. Times Food Bowl is a month-long celebration that takes place from April 30th through May 31st. Yesterday the Times hosted a preview event at the Firehouse Hotel in the Arts District. We were treated to small bites from … Continue reading

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David Lynch Interrogates a Monkey and it is Everything you Could Hope it Would Be

Netflix’s best new release is another slice of surreal heaven from David Lynch. The black and white short film, “What Did Jack Do?” clocks in at only 17 minutes, which is actually the perfect amount of time. David Lynch plays … Continue reading

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Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2020 in LA

The Chinese Lunar New Year in LA has always been a no-brainer. Just head over to Chinatown for their annual Golden Dragon Parade and festival. But Chinatown is not the only game in town. We have found several places for … Continue reading

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