PRIDELY - Los Angeles 2022

Restaurants

Guelaguetza Restaurant

Mole sauce is the star at this kid-friendly Mexican spot featuring Oaxacan fare & colorful decor.

3014 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006

Phone: (213) 427-0608 | Web: ilovemole.com

Osteria Mamma

Family-run trattoria serves Italian comfort food, including handmade pasta, amid modest decor.

5732 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004

Phone: (323) 284-7060 | Web: osteriamamma.com

Fixins Soul Kitchen

Convivial restaurant with outdoor tables serving gumbo, catfish & chicken, plus brunch & cocktails.

800 W Olympic Blvd A150, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Phone: (213) 799-7685 | Web: fixinssoulkitchen.com

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India’s Restaurant

Casual eatery with a large menu of Indian dishes, including vegetarian options, plus a buffet. 4366 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Thai by Trio

Pan-Asian & Thai eatery serving soups & noodles in an airy space. 2700 S Figueroa St #101, Los Angeles, CA

Le Petit Greek

Eatery offering classic Greek fare with sidewalk table options. 127 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Bludso’s Bar & Que

Texas BBQ joint offering classic meats & sides, plus cocktails. 609 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Lou, The French On The Block

Warm, relaxed stop serving a range of French pastries, coffee, sandwiches, quiches & salads. 4007 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA

Moon BBQ#2

Late-night establishment providing all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ meals in an unpretentious atmosphere. 478 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA M Grill

Brazilian steakhouse offering allyou-can-eat grilled meats, plus a salad bar with hot & cold items. 3832 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 202, Los Angeles, CA 90010

Jan 21

Calibash

Crowds turn out for Calibash, a star-studded concert of rap, hip hop, and R&B, The festival is a multi-artist show that is known as “The Year’s Hottest Latin Music Festival.” details at culturela.org.

Feb 18

New Film Makers Film Festival

Each month, NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) presents red carpet screenings of documentary, short and feature films that have been selected from submissions from all over the world, followed by a Q&A with each films director. NFMLA provides a forum where filmmakers can be recognized for their contributions, have open audience discussions about their projects and connect with industry professionals for insight on distribution, production, acquisition and representation. Visit newfilmmakersla.com.

FEB 16

LA Art Show

The Los Angeles Art Show is one of the longest running venues for contemporary, modern, historic and traditional art in the country—there’s something for everyone here, from art history majors to avant-garde gallery owners. Learn more at tripstodiscover.com.

MAR 19

Los Angeles Marathon

Every year, more than 23,000 runners and wheelchair racers take to the streets for this 26-mile slog through the city. But it’s not a typical marathon: this being LA, the route is dotted with cheerleaders, and neighborhoods from Boyle Heights to Downtown LA celebrate with street performances. Learn more at timeout.com.

APR 30

Fiesta Broadway/Cinco de Mayo Covering 36 square blocks and drawing crowds that top 500,000, this free

fiesta lives up to its reputation as the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration in the world. The festival commemorates the day in 1862 when Mexicans defeated French invaders, and is a blowout of feasting, piñata-breaking, music and general indulgence. Learn more at timeout.com.

MAY 5

Spring Into Fair

Tiptoe through the tulips and stop and smell the corn dogs as the 2023 LA County Fair celebrates our new season! From petal to STEM, the Spring Into Fair theme will take root in every corner of the Fair – sprouting learning in agriculture, planting thrills in the carnival, filling bags from the shopping harvest and cultivating palates for the best in Fair foods! Learn more at lacountyfair.com.

JUN 9

L.A. Pride Festival

The L.A. Pride Festival takes place each June in West Hollywood and features an exciting parade that is full of costumes, art, and plenty of enthusiasm. Come to celebrate diversity and inclusion, see a great lineup of artists on stage, and to express yourself. Visit tripstodiscover.com.

JUL 4

July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at the Hollywood Bowl

This has become a popular tradition in Southern California because of its awesome musical performances and fireworks display at this beautiful outdoor venue. Learn more at tripstodiscover.com.

AUG 6

Festival of the Chariots

This Indian tradition attracts 50,000 people who chant and cheer for three honored deities, representations of whom are paraded from the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium to Venice Beach on elaborately decorated chariots. A free Indian feast is held at the end. Visit timeout.com.

EATING

THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do. Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short. InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead continued on page 12

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

SEP 2

Gay Labor Day Weekend L.A.

Paul Nichols and Justin David present an amazing end of Summer party for the Labor Day Weekend in Gay Los Angeles! Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with two stunning parties for a weekend of fun to remember. Learn more at gaytravel4u.com.

OCT 30

Nights Of The Jack

Thirty miles northwest of Hollywood, tucked in the Santa Monica Mountains, there’s a strange and shadowy wonderland that everyone’s been whispering about. This season, we’re back and brighter than ever with our notorious Halloween event. We’ve summoned Jack o’ lanterns from every mystical sphere and devised a spook-tacular illuminated light show under the autumn sky! It’s not just an illusion, it’s an experience. Learn more at nightsofthejack.com.

Nov 24

The Secret Garden, The Musical

Based on the popular children’s book of the same name, The Secret Garden follows the story of Mary Lennox, a young British girl born and raised in Colonial India. Details at theatermania.com.

LOS ANGELES LGBT CENTER

This center offers a broad range of health & social services, cultural education, and leadership development resources for the LGBTQ+ community in the Greater Los Angeles area. Web: lalgbtcenter.org

TRANS LIFELINE

Trans Lifeline provides peer support for the transgender community, and is run by and for trans people. Web: translifeline.org | Phone: (877) 565-8860

SAGE NATIONAL LGBT ELDER HOTLINE: (877) 360-LGBT (5428)

The SAGE Hotline connect LGBT older people and their caregivers with friendly responders who are ready to listen. Web: www.sageusa.org

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE FOR LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

Offering info and resources for LGBTQ+ individuals who are struggling with suicidal feelings or mental health crises. Web: 988lifeline.org | Phone: (800) 273-8255

LGBT NATIONAL HELP CENTER

A national resource that provides LGBTQ+ community with free & confidential support and referral resources via phone, text, and chat. Web: lgbthotline.org

211 LA’S LGBTQ+ PAGE

This page includes information on free and low-cost health, human, and social services for LGBTQ+ individuals and families in LA County. Web: https://211la.org/lgbtq

PFLAG LOS ANGELES

PFLAG is the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ family and ally organization, with over 400 local chapters dedicated to creating safe communities for LGBTQ+ individuals and families. Web: pflag.org/chapter/pflag-los-angeles

IT GETS BETTER PROJECT

The It Gets Better Project inspires people across the globe to share their stories and remind the next generation of LGBTQ+ youth that hope is out there, and it will get better. Web: itgetsbetter.org

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

AIR CONDITION SERVICES

Integrity Comfort Systems 14

AUDIOLOGY

The House Institute Hearing Health Centers 8-9

CABINETRY

Image Cabinet + Stone 7

ELECTRIC

Eagle Eye Electric 15

FRAME STORE

Framed in Montrose 17

FURNITURE

Jerome’s Furniture 17

HEALTH CARE Chapcare 16

HEALTH CARE

SCAN Health Plan 5

HEARING AIDS

The House Institute Hearing Health Centers 8-9

INSURANCE

BMP Insurance .....................................17

HEATING

Integrity Comfort Systems 14

LAW

Mesriani Law Group back outside cover

The Law Office of Jacqueline D. Yu, A Professional Law Corporation 15

REAL ESTATE LAW

The SK Group 1

REALTOR

Coldwell Banker Realty 3

REALTOR

Marc Gross - Mr. Lister LA JohnHart Real Estate 17

SENIOR LIVING

Pacifica Hollywood Hills Senior Living 13

SPA

UNWIND

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TRAVEL AGENT

Cruise Planners front inside cover