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THE LANDMARK HARD ROCK MEGA CASINO OPENS ON TEJON TRIBAL LANDFeatured

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February 6, 2026

MICHELE STUEVEN Until recently, the only thing that sleepy Mettler, California (at the bottom of the Grapevine on Highway 99) was known for was watermelon stands and the spot where James Dean got a speeding ticket before his fatal crash in Cholame. Now, it has become the new landmark home of the Hard Rock Casino Tejon. Hard Rock International, which is owned by the Seminole Tribe in Florida, in partnership with the Tejon Indian Tribe, opened the first phase of the entertainment destination located 15 miles south of Bakersfield on Tejon Indian Tribal land in Kern County, and it’s a…

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A Malibu Classic Reopens: Inside Mastro’s Ocean Club’s Return After the Palisades FireFeatured

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January 31, 2026

When Mastro’s Ocean Club reopened in fall 2025, it felt like a sense of normalcy returning to a stretch of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). The restaurant had miraculously escaped the Palisades fire, but road closures, clean-up, and recovery required a five-month shutdown. When the doors finally swung open, locals were quick to return, drawn in by the iconic ocean views, impeccable service, and indulgent menu. And, more importantly,  to support local businesses impacted by the natural disaster. The structure Mastro’s calls home has long been part of Malibu’s dining lore. Before opening as Mastro’s on a winding stretch of PCH,…

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Buena Park: SoCal’s Ultimate Holi-stay Destination

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October 19, 2025

Welcome to Buena Park, aptly named “SoCAL’s FUN City,” where world- class thrills, award-winning cuisine and rich cultural experiences combine to create the perfect getaway without leaving your home region. Buena Park’s agricultural roots run deep, built upon natural artesian wells that made farming possible in this semi-arid region. Before theme parks transformed the landscape, dairy farms and berry fields stretched across the area. Buena Park is the birthplace of the boysenberry and every boysenberry can be traced back to the city. Today, Knott’s Berry Farm still serves some of the best berries and jams in California. And every spring,…

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For Wellness and Serenity, Go Direct(ly) to The Cayman Islands

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June 23, 2025

WITH CAYMAN AIRWAYS’ NONSTOP FLIGHTS FROM THE WEST COAST TO GRAND CAYMAN, TREAT YOURSELF TO CULINARY DELIGHTS, WELLNESS AND SERENITY FOR A FULL WEEK. The bluest of blue in water and sky is the backdrop to the quiet and refined luxury and wellness vibe of the Cayman Islands. There is no shortage of hospitality, good food, crystal clear water, sunny days or options for wellness on the islands. Known for culinary excellence, natural beauty, diverse marine life and an inviting culture, it is the perfect escape for anyone. Recently, as a female solo traveler, I found it safe and accommodating,…

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Pink's Hot Dog
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Happiness Is A Warm Bun  

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April 11, 2025

Pink’s has made Hollywood a hot dog haven for 85 years  By Carrie Bell While scanning the classifieds for employment inspiration in 1939, Betty and Paul Pink spied an ad for a pushcart. A plan started to percolate. The couple borrowed $50 from her parents, schlepped the cart by foot two miles to an empty lot on La Brea and Melrose and worked out a deal to “borrow” electricity from a nearby hardware store using the extension cord the owner sold them. A few homemade signs and a batch of Betty’s special chili later, and the Pinks were officially in…

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