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.

Van Eaton Galleries Auctions Collection of Disneyland Memorabilia Today and Tomorrow

Once again, Van Eaton Galleries is auctioning off a mind-boggling Disney collection. This time around it is the collection of Joel Magee. Located in the Burbank Mall, there is everything one could possibly want, from classic uniforms (Oh why did … Continue reading

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Sunday! Sunday! Sunday! Liquid Kitty’s Summer Punk Rock BBQ at Harvelle’s!

Friends, the Kitty may be gone, but the Liquid Kitty pUnk rOck BBQ is back! The owners of Harvelle’s are nice enough to let us make some noise in their fine establishment. Sunday, July 9, 2023. 12:30 pm – 6pm, … Continue reading

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4th of July Fireworks and Drone Shows this Tuesday

Fireworks shows at the Rose Bowl, in Redondo Beach, Pacific Palisades and Malibu have been canceled this year, primarily due to new environmental rules regarding plastics falling into the ocean. Speaking of the environment, please don’t light illegal fireworks, instead check … Continue reading

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Where to Celebrate 4th of July Weekend, 2023

Fireworks shows at the Rose Bowl, in Redondo Beach, Pacific Palisades and Malibu have been canceled this year due to new environmental rules regarding plastics falling into the ocean. Speaking of the environment, please don’t light illegal fireworks, instead check out … Continue reading

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Taste of the Nation LA No Kid Hungry Brought Food, Fun and Frolic to Culver City

The weather was cloudy and cool last weekend as Taste of the Nation No Kid Hungry hosted its fundraiser to help end childhood hunger. But even the overcast skies didn’t dampen the mood as chefs and mixologists chatted and laughed … Continue reading

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Taste the Nation: No Kid Hungry Food Fest is Happening this Sunday!

June 11, 2023, from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Taste of the Nation No Kid Hungry brings its 32nd premium food event to Media Park in Culver City. The strolling event features unlimited tastes, sips and desserts from dozens of the … Continue reading

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Throw a Vegan-friendly BBQ!

It’s once again the official beginning of BBQ season! I have a lot of vegan friends who love barbecues, and it only takes a few minor changes to make them more comfortable at your gatherings. Even if you are super-carnivorous, … Continue reading

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Miniaturized, Rig at Alex’s Bar Next Week!

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Favorites from Masters of Taste: Culinary Masters

Written with Karin E. Baker Last Sunday, the Rose Bowl’s field was dotted with white tents and picnic tables as guests spilled out of the stands to enjoy the Sixth annual Master’s of Taste food event. It was a beautiful day, and … Continue reading

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Tonight! Celebrate the Release of a New Nuggets Comp Box Set with Lenny Kaye!

Becky Ebenkamp will be DJing this Friday night, April 21 at Gold Diggers, 5632 Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood) along with Lenny Kaye from The Patti Smith Group (and compiler of NUGGETS for Elektra Records in 1972). The occasion? It’s … Continue reading

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