Review: The Village Café
Steamy cabbage soup is prepared at the Village Cafe in Winnetka. Cabbage soup is one choice on their "Soup de jour" special. (Photo by: Chelsea Westman)Steamy cabbage soup is prepared at the Village Cafe in Winnetka. Cabbage soup is one choice on their "Soup de jour" special. (Photo by: Chelsea Westman)A signature patty melt is served with...
Coach to Cubs scout
Chicago native Bob Lofrano sits in his office in the North Gym, leisurely typing player reports for current and prospective MLB athletes. With his tan, leathery skin, and his small, wire framed glasses, Lofrano’s eyes are fixed on his computer. Chicago Cubs memorabilia adorn his office as he prepares himself for a busy day, jampacked with sporting activities.
With flashbacks...
REVIEW: Quieres TacosWay
If Los Angeles is known to do one thing right, it's definitely its Mexican food. Los Angeles has Mexican restaurants in every corner of the city but in the heart of San Fernando Valley stands Quires Tacosway. Serving traditional Mexican food, traditional Mexican seafood and their signature TheWay dishes.
This...
From Kinesiology to athletic director
Susan Armenta at the girls softball game at Pierce College in Woodland Hills on March 27, 2023. Photo by Daniela Raymundo.
From dreaming about being a doctor to becoming one of the first woman to run the Athletics department at Pierce College.
Susan Armenta is a director and a teacher...
REVIEW: Casa Vega
Founder Rafael Vega’s family pictures at Casa Vega’s lobby in Sherman Oaks on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Photo by Lourdes Suasnabar.
As the lights dim, the classic Mexican tune “Contigo,” by the famous trio Los Panchos, resonates throughout the dining room of his hidden gem. With mustard-painted walls streaked with...
Helping students transfer one step at a time
Wearing a warm smile framed by primly-styled sandy blonde hair, Norine Fine, 61, waits patiently behind the reception desk for early appointments.
Fine is a general counselor in the Transfer Center at Pierce College. Her job is not only to help students find their majors, but also to assist and advise them if they are considering alternative options.
“I connect students...
REVIEW: Midnight Hour Records
To all the oldies and punk enthusiasts looking for a record collector haven, The Midnight Hour Records is the place to be.
Located on the corner of San Fernando Road and South Maclay Street, right in the heart of the San Fernando Mall, this mom-and-pop shop is hard to miss.
Zig’s Diner
On the corner of White Oak Avenue and Vanowen Street, Zig’s Restaurant is a small mom and pop diner that is often overlooked by many San Fernando Valley residents.
The diner exudes tranquility and peace of mind. Its big windows allow sunlight to peek in from every direction.
With several options, such as booths, outside seating and countertop stools, it is...
Pascal Patisserie and Cafe
The pleasant aroma of sugary sweets are accompanied by the friendly smiles by staff members behind the counter ready to help customers. With a vast amount of pastries, coffees and hot sandwiches paired with a glass of water infused with mint and citrus, completes a meal at Pascal Patisserie and Cafe.
The cafe opened in July of 2016, this cafe...
Review: Green Cottage Mediterranean Restaurant
From fresh salads to a romantic garden in the backyard, a Mediterranean restaurant located at Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills stands as a testimony of why green is truly a color of life.
Green Cottage Mediterranean Restaurant, inspired by the scenic landscape of Europe and its sophisticated modern design,...