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.

The Best Halloween Events in LA 2016

You may have noticed that The LA Beat is obsessed with Halloween. There are so many events, how do you decide? We offer a hand-selected list of events, and have weeded out the douchey ones. Check out last year’s list … Continue reading

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Favorites from LA Magazine’s Food Event

Once again, Los Angeles Magazine hosted one of the best events of the year on the verdant expanse of Saddleback Ranch. The day was cool and sunny in spite of a short rain shower. There were lots of old favorites to enjoy … Continue reading

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Salt & Straw Presents Halloween-Inspired Flavors

This month, Salt & Straw is featuring its “Spooktacular” series. Created by Tyler Malek, Salt & Straw’s Head Ice Cream Maker, the Halloween flavors will be available by the scoop and pint at all Salt & Straw locations through October 31st. One … Continue reading

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Favorites from the 6th Annual Taste of Mexico

The Taste of Mexico’s mission is to highlight regional Mexican cuisine, while preserving its flavors and traditions. The huge event at Plaza de Cultura y Artes last weekend definitely delivered, featuring cuisine from Oaxaca, Yucatan, Sonora, and even adding a Baja Gastronomic Pavilion. … Continue reading

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Scary Movie Alternatives for the Halloween Season: Oct 18th Race with the Devil

Everyone has their staples for Halloween watching, like John Carpenter’s “Halloween” and “Nightmare Before Christmas.” But be forewarned, gentle reader, because your master of Scarimonies (God, I sound like the Crypt Keeper), Dukey Flyswatter, will suggest some gems and themes … Continue reading

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The 8th Annual Hollywood Subway Zombie Walk is Tomorrow!

Have you started to feel like you are slowing down? Has your gait become uneven? Sudden craving for brains? If so, lurch on down to the 8th Annual Hollywood Subway Zombie Walk tomorrow. The mob of zombies will be meeting up … Continue reading

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Pier del Sol Raised Funds and Spirits Last Weekend

Last Saturday the sky was blue and the weather was sunny on the Santa Monica Pier. It was the perfect Day for Pier del Sol, an annual event to raise funds for The Special Olympics. It’s a family-friendly atmosphere, and there … Continue reading

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Children’s Bureau’s Celebrity Chefs and Wine Tasting Coming to DTLA Oct 20th

The 7th annual Celebrity Chefs & Wine Tasting event will take place next Thursday, October 20, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Casa Vertigo in Downtown Los Angeles. Hosting the event is Children’s Bureau, a nonprofit leader in the prevention and treatment of … Continue reading

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LA’s First “Taste of the NFL” a Rousing Success

Last Wednesday, LA’s inaugural Taste of the NFL took place at the Globe Theatre at Universal Studios. Current and alumni players and cheerleaders from the Los Angeles Rams joined local chefs to benefit the Food Bank. Some of us also got our first good look at Rampage, the Ram’s mascot, who … Continue reading

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Save Music in Chinatown Rocks Sunday, October 16th

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