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.

Favorites from Masters of Taste: Sweet Masters

Posted on April 19, 2023 by Elise Thompson

Masters of Taste, the annual fundraiser for Union Station Homeless Services, categorizes its participants into various types of Masters, and their “Sweet Masters,” always delight. Who doesn’t love dessert? Here are a few of our favorites from this year’s Rose … Continue reading →

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Favorites from Masters of Taste: Beverage Masters

Posted on April 16, 2023 by Elise Thompson

Written with Karin E. Baker Masters of Taste, our favorite local fundraiser, takes its beverages as seriously as the cuisine. At the 2023 strolling event at the Rose Bowl, they offered beer from the likes of Tarantula Hills Brewing Company, … Continue reading →

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80s Punk Legends and a 90s Silverlake Reunion Play Two Awesome Show to Raise Funds for Young Musicians this Saturday!

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Elise Thompson

Do you wanna rock? Do you really wanna rock??? If you regret not being around for LA’s great music scenes during the 80s and 90s, here’s your chance to hear some historic shit! If you were lucky enough to be around, … Continue reading →

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The 2nd Annual D. Day Jamboree at The Sardine!

Posted on March 26, 2023 by Elise Thompson
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Today! Rock out at the Offbeat!

Posted on March 25, 2023 by Elise Thompson
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Wednesday Night, Enjoy a Reading of Six Short Plays to Benefit Planned Parenthood and Theatre of NOTE

Posted on March 21, 2023 by Elise Thompson

If Planned Parenthood has ever needed your support, it needs it now! Wednesday night, March 22, 2023, come support Planned Parenthood/Theatre of NOTE while enjoying a fun night with “six quirky, fun, short play readings centering around women’s reproductive issues and … Continue reading →

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Saturday! The Mormons and Carnage at The Sardine in Pedro

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Elise Thompson
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Shoreline LB’s Shamrockin’ Mardi Gras this Saturday!

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Elise Thompson
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Where to Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler in LA: Mardi Gras 2023

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Elise Thompson

Traditionally, Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, 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 heels. … Continue reading →

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Where to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in LA 2023

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Elise Thompson

After a two-year hiatus on in-person events, the parades and celebrations are back! Even the rain is going to stop just in time for outdoor events. There are a variety of ways to observe the Civil Rights Leader’s birthday, from … Continue reading →

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