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Here's your plan for exploring a unique bookstore with a book maze, cool decor, and a cozy cafe. Watch the video 👇

Are you a bookworm looking for an interesting place to go find new books to read? The Last Bookstore is 100% for you. This place is very…very cool. 

Majestic Bookstore in DTLA 📚

Wander through The Last Bookstore's unique, artsy maze of books, snap unforgettable photos, and explore small shops and a cozy café in DTLA's iconic literary haven.

Bookstore Browsing

✅ Before you go
• Parking is tricky! There are a handful of lots around the area
• It’s open from 11 AM — 8 PM

💪 Pro tips
• Forgot to mention this in the video) there are a few shops on the second floor that are all small businesses selling a variety of interesting stuff (100% worth checking out)
• There is also a cute cafe inside
• They also sell vinyl records, magazines, and cassette tapes


Explore!

The last bookstore has been on my list of places to go to in LA for the longest.

This is one of the oldest bookstores in California,

and it is not your regular regular bookstore.

it's housed in a former bank building which is already really cool and niche,

and then upstairs there's this super intricate maze that's filled with books.

There's also a tunnel made of books inside of here which I

but also if you don't like to read like that,

this is still a really cool place to walk through.

Look at these books hanging from the ceiling,

This place is very Instagram photo dump-able 

but it's just a very beautiful place to take pictures,

or if you're simply just looking for something niche and cool to do in LA.

Here's your plan for enjoying authentic Chinese dishes at the original Panda Express location. Watch the video 👇

If you’re a Panda Express fan, dine in and order your favorite Chinese dish at the restaurant where it all started! 

The OG Panda Express 

Dine at Panda Inn in Glendale for classic Chinese cuisine in a historic setting, and enjoy lunch specials by sharing entrees with friends or family.

Chinese food dining

✅ Before you go
• Street or lot parking available nearby 
• walk-ins are welcome! 

💪 Pro tip 
• they offer lunch specials so I recommend going with a friend or two and trying and sharing different entrees or order family style! 

Eat your favorite Chinese cuisine at Panda Inn

We went to try out the original Panda Express.

I loved the decor and ambience and the service was a 10 out of 10.

We tried the crispy lobster noodles on a whim,

but I definitely will come back for the good food and service.

So if you're a Panda Express lover like me,

I definitely recommend checking them out.

Here's your plan for sipping creative drinks and shopping unique vintage finds in Silver Lake. Watch the video 👇

Have an aesthetic, cool weekend morning by visiting a trending cafe then shopping a vintage & custom flea market

Whimsical Cafe Creations & Trendy Flea Market

Enjoy creative coffees, teas, and tasty eats in a vibrant, stylish setting at Gong Gan cafe—a perfect spot for brunch and decompressing in Silver Lake. No reservation needed.

Creative Coffee & Tea

💪 Pro tips
• Their updated summer menu with exciting new flavors and enhanced favorites just dropped on July 5th
• Yummy food like croffles, French toast, and burgers are also on the menu here if you’re looking to have brunch too!

Sip creative coffees & teas at Gong Gan cafe

Browse one-of-a-kind vintage finds, custom crafts, and accessories from indoor and outdoor vendors at Silverlake Flea, an ever-changing, trendy LA market destination.

Vintage Flea Market Shopping

💪 Pro tips
• If you need some extra hydration for the sun, beverages and small snacks are available for purchase
• Many of the vendors create customs on site - ask them about their process to get your own personalized piece!

Shop indoor and outdoor vendors at the Silverlake Flea

Change up your weekend routine by checking out this hot new artsy cafe,

followed by shopping my favorite on-trend flea market!

eclectic spot that's been going viral lately for serving

up some of the most creative drinks I've seen.

but the real thing is even prettier - and of course tastier!

I got the corn cream coffee I've heard so much about,

and savoring it among Gong Gan’s vibes and browsing

their stylish decor was a great way to decompress.

and I was happy and fueled up for my next stop:

This market has become a go-to of mine for

unique vintage finds and one-of-a-kind pieces.

I never see quite the same thing here twice,

all thanks to the vendors who source and create some of the best fashion in LA.

there's an indoor portion of the market as well,

where you can continue to shop amazing vendors inside this funky,

and bags can all complement your new threads -

Here's your plan for making your own creative ceramic charcuterie boards in Chinatown. Watch the video 👇

Serving up some creativity with your very own handmade ceramic charcuterie boards! Led by one of the Element Arts Center’s lovely teachers, get the full guide on how to make your own serving dish to impress your friends at your next party. 

Creative Ceramic Class in Chinatown 🎨

Create your own ceramic charcuterie board at Element Art Center in Chinatown—beginner-friendly, BYOB, and guided by expert artists. Perfect for a creative night out!

Ceramic Charcuterie Board Making

✅ Before you go
• Check out their calendar! Next Charcuterie making class will be on July 20th https://www.elementartcenter.com/calendar
• Totally beginner friendly! 
• Parking can be tricky but street parking and garages available. 
• BYOB! 🍷

💪 Pro tips
• Be creative! Don’t be afraid to do your own thing! 
• Pick one of the great techniques offered at the top of the class 
• Class is about 1 hour, the teacher will help guide you to best utilize your time
• JUST HAVE FUN!! 

Make the perfect charcuterie plate at the Element Art Center 

Serve up some creativity over at the Element Art Center,

We went over to the Element Art Center over in Chinatown,

where they host many different types of classes,

and we were there specifically for their charcuterie making ceramic class.

We got suited up in our aprons and got ready for our class guided by Justin.

He is one of the co-owners of the Element Art Center.

And he was so good at explaining what we needed to do to be successful,

but also allowed us to have full creative rain

It was a lot of fun to see all the different techniques and then to try our hands in it.

We also were surprised with these beautiful

little charcuterie boards for some inspiration and

and this place is bring your own wine and beer,

so I highly recommend to make the class that much more fun.

I loved watching everybody's approach to making their boards,

making them really different and special.

It was so fun to see everyone's creative juices flowing,

I haven't painted in years and it was so much fun to do that.

the Element Art Center does all the hard work for you.

they put it in the kiln for you and they will let you pick it up in just a few weeks after

I think my favorite part was picking out what to

paint in each of the parts of the serving board.

It was a lot of fun and asking people what I should do

just made it that much more of a community

I feel like all of us made beautiful pieces.

and so this will be not the last time I hang up my apron,

Here's your plan for yoga, wine tasting, and enjoying flatbreads at a beautiful outdoor spot.

Watch the video 👇

Check out Sipasana for Sommelier led yoga and wine tasting classes, including monthly events at Ettore Vino & Cucina on every 2nd Sunday at The Original Farmer’s Market by The Grove🤩

Yoga & Wine Tasting with Sipasana🧘🏻‍♀️🍷 

Enjoy a relaxing yoga and wine tasting class at Ettore Vino e Cucina with Sipsana, combining morning flow, sommelier-led tastings, and delicious flatbreads in Fairfax.

Yoga & Wine Tasting

✅ Before you go
• check out Katherine’s IG @Sipasana as well as https://linktr.ee/Sipasana for tickets to upcoming events and to book your own private classes!
• check out the menu from @ettorevinocucina at https://ettore.wine/ 

💪 Pro tips
• bring your own yoga mat and water bottle! This flow is about 45 minutes, and while it isn’t crazy challenging it does break a sweat! 
• Ettore was started by the owners of LA’s famed Osteria Mamma and is the largest sit down restaurant at The Original Farmer’s Market. They’re located in the back at booth 120, and have their own outdoor patio with views of the clock tower 😍
• definitely try the flatbreads, and don’t forget to validate your parking before you leave! 🚗 

Sign up for some Sipasana

A few of us lucky Nudge planner gals got together for an amazing yoga and

wine tasting hang at Ettore Vino & Cucina at the original farmers' market by the Grove.

as well as Ettore’s resident winemaker for a relaxing

morning flow which led into a wine tasting lesson

and we closed out the experience with the most incredible flatbreads!