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La Conde in DTLA (now named Mama Por Dios)

Fun Birthday Dinner Idea

Celebrate at Mama Por Dios - DTLA with a delightful array of food, fun drinks, and vibrant entertainment like fire dancers, perfect for Instagram-worthy photos!

Birthday Dinner

✅ Before you go
• Be prepared to get lit!

💪 Pro tips
• Dress cute for lots of IG worthy pictures

Good variety of food!

Hi guys, come with me to a fun birthday dinner here at La Conde in downtown L A.

The ambiance was great and they also had plenty of

good food to choose from and they were delicious.

and as a nurse, I had to get this IV drink. Of course.

there were plenty of entertainment such as fire dancers

The bathroom was cute for pictures and we all had to blast.

Stop by an ultra-popular Pasadena bakery known for their chocolate chip cookies, then craft your own adorable bag charm buddy

Acclaimed Cookies & Bag Charm Crafting 🍪🧸

Indulge in decadent chocolate chip cookies and specialty coffees at the chic BadAshBakes, a must-visit Pasadena bakery renowned for its elevated sweets.

Eat cookies

💪 Pro tips
• Find parking in one of the lots beside or behind the bakery, then walk to Lumee - only half a mile between them 
• Give yourself extra time before your reservation at Lumee, as this spot does get a line!
• Check out their hours and current specials on their IG: https://www.instagram.com/badashbakes_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== 

Snack on delicious cookies at BadAshBakes

Customize your own adorable bag charm character at Lumee DIY Pasadena, choosing every detail from fur color to outfit and accessories in a fun, creative workshop.

Bag Charm Crafting

✅ Before you go
• Make a reservation for your Moro Doll Animal Figurine making spot here, as they can’t always take walk ins due to space: https://diy.lumeela.com/pages/r-b-sub-selections 

💪 Pro tips
• If you want an even more hands on experience, you can choose the “from scratch” option; this allows you to build your character’s body with the instructor rather than selecting from a pre-made body like us
• Different Lumee locations offer different projects, like rug tufting and jewelry box making, so check them all out for even more fun crafting!

Create your own bag charm character at Lumee DIY Pasadena

then make your own custom bag charm at a DIY studio!

The vibes in here are elegant and elevated,

but the star of the show for me is their classic chocolate chip.

And paired with one of their specialty coffees,

Next, head over to Lumee DIY to build-your-own bag charms.

You get to customize every part, starting with your fur color.

Then you browse so many teeny tiny outfits and accessories -

we gave them their faces and personality,

and at the end there was a special ceremony to name them.

it was such a fun and peaceful experience crafting together.

Here's your plan for enjoying jumbo focaccia sandwiches and light chocolate mousse at an Italian deli. Watch the video 👇

For an epic summer picnic, visit this Italian deli serving up fresh focaccia sandwiches 

Premium Italian Sandwich Shop 🥪

Grab ultra-fresh, jumbo focaccia sandwiches and classic Italian deli eats at Lorenzo California in Beverly Hills—perfect for a delicious summer picnic or casual lunch.

Focaccia Sandwiches

💪 Pro tips
• They were named one of the best restaurants in Beverly Hills by Infatuation LA in May 2026, for very good reason!
• Paid parking is usually available in the garages on Camden just around the corner
• I had the Tacchino, made with roasted turkey, and they are of course known for their namesake the Lorenzo, with mortadella
• If you’re looking for a heartier meal, they have pastas, chicken milanese, and other specials based on the day of the week - just ask what’s currently on menu!

Grab jumbo focaccia sandwiches at Lorenzo California

With the sunny days of summer picnic season upon us,

check out this Beverly Hills Italian sandwich spot for mega-sized flavor!

a good Italian deli sandwich is always top of my list,

and this spot knows how to make them special!

and the toasted almonds on mine were the perfect crunchy addition.

I didn't even know what I was missing before!

so are perfect to share, or to bring along in your cooler for a day outdoors.

Dessert is a can't miss, with perfectly portable,

Here's your plan for savoring diverse eats, enjoying lobster rolls, and shopping with tastings in DTLA. Watch the video 👇

Head to The Row on a Sunday afternoon for all the most crave-able food 🥟🥤🍪  

Eat Around The Row in DTLA

Explore Smorgasburg LA on a Sunday for a global street food feast—don’t miss the standout spicy wontons from Zindrew! Great for sampling diverse eats with minimal wait.

Food Vendor Sampling

✅ Before you go
• parking available onsite. First 2 hours are free 
• smorgasburg LA is only on Sundays from 10am to 4pm 


💪 Pro tips
• The spicy wontons from Zindrew were SO GOOD 
• Amazing melting pot of food from all over the world 


Head to Smorgasburg LA 

Enjoy a perfect lobster roll and fries at Rappahannock Oyster Bar, with both indoor and dog-friendly outdoor seating for laid-back summer vibes.

Lobster Rolls Dining

✅ Before you go
• all walking distance from eachother 
• indoor and outdoor seating so dog friendly 


💪 Pro tips
• fries are excellent, drinks are excellent- amazing summer vibes ☀️ 
 


Lobster Rolls at Rappahannock

Enjoy free tastings of unique wines and spirits at Flask & Field, the perfect spot for finding gifts or treats for yourself while shopping at The Row.

Wine Tasting

✅ Before you go
• walking distance from all 
• tastings are from 1pm to 4pm


💪 Pro tips
• grab a birthday or housewarming gift here! 🛍️

Free Tasting at Flask and Field 

They're so good that I bought the sauce that came on it.

All the vendors were so kind and friendly.

We got some free samples from some of the vendors.

I remember the crowds being really intense,

but we really didn't wait in line for anything.

Definitely a fun way to start our afternoon.

We then wanted to head to one of our favorite seafood restaurants in the row

We then went over and did some shopping through the row.

They have so many good places including Flask and Field,

which is one of our favorites that have free

tastings all the time and they're always really delicious.

for gifts or just for yourself and you're grabbing something for the weekend.

A Sunday at the Row is a Sunday well spent.

Here's your plan for relaxing star gazing, cozy tea, and tasty treats in Glendale. Watch the video 👇

Spend a quiet and peaceful afternoon exploring Glendale College’s planetarium and end the afternoon with a cozy warm drink and treat at the Americana on Brand 

Star Gazing and Treats in Glendale 

Enjoy peaceful meditation sessions at Glendale College Planetarium every Monday and Wednesday afternoon, perfect for relaxing and stargazing in a tranquil setting.

Meditation Session

✅ Before you go
• 3 dollars for all day parking available on campus 
• open to the public on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:00pm. Calendar can be found here: https://www.glendale.edu/students/campus-resources/planetarium

💪 Pro tips
• leave yourself some time to get to the planetarium as the parking is on the other side of campus 


Free Meditation Monday at the Planetarium 

Sip on thoughtfully brewed teas and unwind at CHAGEE Americana, Glendale’s newest tea house—perfect for a relaxing, cozy treat after stargazing.

Tea House Visit

✅ Before you go
• parking available at the Americana
• No big lines, quiet and easy walk in! 

💪 Pro tips
• ask the employees about their favorites and suggestions 🫖
• they do not have coffee 


Cozy tea and newest Tea House

Enjoy a fresh Italian treat at DELUCA'S ITALIAN DELI, perfect for a quick lunch or snack by the window. Warm up your pastry for extra comfort.

Bakery treat break

✅ Before you go
• perfect for grab and go lunch 
• offered me parking validation 


💪 Pro tips
• ask them to warm up your treat! 🍪
