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.

Top Chefs and LA Rams Team Up for the LA Food Bank

On Wednesday, October 5th, LA’s inaugural Taste of the NFL will take place at the Globe Theatre at Universal Studios. Current and alumni players, plus cheerleaders from the Los Angeles Rams will join local chefs to benefit the Food Bank. Also on hand will be Rampage, the Ram’s … Continue reading

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Blood and Acid: When the First VCRs Gave us Cult Movies

The advent of videotapes in the late 70s and early 80s brought the movie experience into the home for the first time. No longer were we slaves to whatever was on the Friday Night movie, and an entire library of … Continue reading

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Bob Log III Live This Thursday!!! Cats! Don Bolles! Chicken Hypnosis! Knife Throwing!

One-man-band Bob Log III will be concluding his three-month North American tour at HM157 in Lincoln Heights this Thursday, September 29, 2016. Bounce on his knee to his Delta blues stylings and find out if he really can play the fastest song in … Continue reading

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James Beard Foundation’s Taste America Hosted One Hell of a Cocktail Party Last Friday

The elegant courtyard of Vibiana in downtown LA was lit with cool lavenders last weekend for the opening reception of the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America. Four of LA’s best chefs provided a sampling of regional fare in line with the Taste America … Continue reading

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Graffiti Artist Pegasus: Gods and Monsters Solo Show Opens Oct 1st at Artists Corner Gallery

Anonymous London graffiti and street artist Pegasus, known for his “tributes” to pop culture figures, as well as his support of political movements like gay rights and Black Lives Matter, will be bringing a new show to Artists Corner Gallery in … Continue reading

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Son of Monsterpalooza Makes Us Totally Geek Out

Last Friday, Son of Monsterpalooza descended upon the Burbank Marriott, bringing thrills, chills, and an impressive roster of makeup artists and movie stars. There were so many cool art galleries, shops, and displays that we didn’t even make it in … Continue reading

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The LA Beat Talks with Chef Neal Fraser about Face Forward’s Charity Gala Happening this Saturday

On Saturday evening, Face Forward’s Seventh Annual Charity Gala themed “Havana Nights” comes to the gorgeous Vibiana event space downtown. Starting at 6pm, guests will enjoy Cuban inspired cuisine by Top Chef Master Neal Fraser, cigar lounge, mojito bar, conga … Continue reading

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James Beard Foundation’s “Taste America” Returns with a Weekend of Regional Cuisine

The fourth annual James Beard Foundation’s Taste America event returns to LA this weekend before continuing on its national epicurean tour. Taste America focuses on regional flavors from coast to coast, heading to great American food cities like San Francisco, Chicago and New Orleans. Friday, September … Continue reading

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LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade Raised Over $1 Million for Cancer Research While Having Lots of Fun

The 7th annual LA Loves Alex’s cookout broke a new record in its 7th year. The exciting auctions raised more than $440,000, including a women’s chef dinner with Suzanne Goin, April Bloomfield, Giada De Laurentiis and Sherry Yard. The sun was … Continue reading

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A Callout to Women of the World from Yoko Ono

Yoko Ono loves collaborating with the masses, as demonstrated by her wildly popular Wish Trees in 2008. On Sept. 6, Yoko Ono sent a callout to women around the world, inviting them to share a testament of harm done to them … Continue reading

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