I joined Impastiamo's Italian Pasta Sauces Class and had such a great time! The evening was full of…read morewine, charcuterie, and plenty of laughs. We got hands-on making three classics: Carbonara, Amatriciana, and Cacio e Pepe. I picked up many tips for getting those authentic flavors. It was fun, interactive, and way more than just a cooking class. Can't wait to recreate these sauces at home for friends and family.

Our newly formed work team had the very best team building event here and I highly recommend it to…read moreanyone. From the friendly and knowledgeable staff to highly engaging activities and tons of laughter. And the best part? We learned how to make fresh, authentic pasta with a beautiful red sauce.

I haven't been here since Lucky strike branding took over Bowlero. Now, I was told that Lucky…read morestrike in Bowlero are actually owned by the same corporation, but I'm not sure about that. They didn't change a whole lot inside. They added some lighting and they took away so many balls by adding two additional holes so you can fit a large and a medium in one ball I thought that was genius. All in all you know, it is bar food. We did get the shrimp tacos. They were as good as can be expected for you know bowling alley food. We had a beer played a game and took off so it was a good time. It's pretty crowded thank goodness they have two parking lots and it was 2 o'clock in the afternoon and it was packed so I can tell I mean not packed but like pretty full. And just on a sidenote on Sundays and Mondays, there's $20 unlimited bowling so I'm not sure on the timing but check their website and check it out 20 bucks to bowl is pretty cheap for unlimited bowling! There's also like some pizza and beer specials too

I could live with the dark lanes where you can't see the spots but the pins being attached by cords…read moreruins the whole game. I will never bowl at a Lucky Strike or any other alley that has cords attached to the pins. * the cords also scar your ball

Wow wow wow - what an experience. We took our friend Keats for a birthday surprise - and had such…read morean amazing time. No matter if you are local or visiting, this is a one-of-a-kind-gem and a must-see. Host/ investor & Artist extraordinaire Gonzalo was the kindest host! Would I do a 30+ min detour just to go (mandatory to achieve 5 stars in my rating scheme). I just did - and can't wait to go again with other friends.

Opened Saturdays only 12p-3p. This is such a cool spot to visit while in Venice. Allow yourself at…read moreleast 30 mins to an hour. There are areas where you can sit and just enjoy the breeze and the art so spending more time wouldn't be an issue. It's very well-maintained. Reservations are required online, but I don't think it would be a huge issue if you just showed up and paid up the door. I guess that would depend on how busy it is that particular day. But definitely make reservations in advance if you can, but if you just happen to be in the area and want to stop by, it wouldn't hurt to just pull up. $20 adults, $15 seniors, free ages 12 under 90+ Read and learn about the artists behind the work, they have quite an interesting story. This is their home, they live and create here. Respect the art and the neighborhood.

Lovely event for the community. I went to the one this weekend. Since this is right before the…read moreholidays, it's a great opportunity for shopping small businesses to get gifts. There are a lot of people and vendors so this may be overwhelming for some. There was a free workout class in the morning. And after walking around the full length of the event, I ended up with loads of free goodies. I recommend parking a few streets away on Centinela and walking. There are plenty of residential neighborhoods. Kid friendly. Dog friendly too.

I didn't find there was a lot to do except shop and made it through the festival fairly quicklyread more

I came across The Magic Mixologist videos on Instagram and thought, okay this looks cool, so I…read morereached out to have him part of my private event for my birthday... and wow, I'm so glad I did. This was way more than bartending. From the first cocktail, it felt like a full-on experience. Aleko blends insane sleight-of-hand magic with craft cocktails in a way I've honestly never seen before. Drinks were being made, cards were vanishing, glasses were floating, every guest was vibing. What really stood out was how natural and engaging he is. He moved through the crowd effortlessly, reading the room, keeping everyone entertained, and somehow making every interaction feel personal. People were laughing, shocked, pulling out their phones, and still talking about it days later. If you want something that actually elevates your event and not just another bar setup, this is it. Unique, professional, wildly entertaining, and genuinely memorable. Would 100% hire again and recommend to anyone looking to do something different.

We hired Magic Mixology for our event, and they absolutely blew everyone away! This was not just…read morebartending--it was a full-on performance. From the moment the first drink was poured (or should I say conjured?), our guests were mesmerized. The bartender performed sleight-of-hand tricks while mixing signature cocktails, and every pour seemed to come with a touch of wonder. Our guests are still talking about the levitating martini glass and the "vanishing" bourbon shot. It turned our party into an experience, it was incredible!!

Hands down the best!…read more From the moment you walk in, you can feel the welcoming, creative energy. The community here is supportive, friendly, and full of inspiration. One of the best parts of joining as a member is the extra attention and guidance you receive from the owner, Patty--she takes time during your first week to review your goals and special projects, which makes such a difference. The classes are outstanding -- and affordable! You can explore everything from making handles, soy sauce vessels, and teapots to learning how to throw larger pieces. The class sizes are never too packed, so you actually get personal attention while still learning in a relaxed, fun group environment. Whether you're learning centering, trimming, or glazing techniques, the instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and patient. I've learned more here in a few weeks than I did in months elsewhere. They even offer "field" trips where we've gone and done raku and pit fire. It's a great group. Full Circle Pottery truly lives up to its name -- it's a place where your creativity, skills, and community all come full circle.

My husband and I took a semi private class here on a weekend, I forget if it was Saturday or Sunday…read moremorning, but we each paid $80 and had a two hour class. Our teacher, Megs was great, but could have explained the process a bit better. She more showed us and had us follow by example, sometimes jumping in and taking over for us when things got out of hand, like our clay being totally off center and wobbling horribly on the electric wheel. We both made two ceramic pieces, but had to pay an additional $10 each to have those fired in the kiln. The $80 we paid covered the one piece we were allowed and the extra $10 was for the additional piece we made that we requested to be fired in the kiln. I didn't like how we couldn't come back and fix up our pieces, like sand it down and glaze it. I was really looking forward to glazing our pieces, but we could only look at a wall full of color choices and write ours down to have it painted by someone else and fired. Full-Circle said they would call us in about a month to come pick it up. It's been a month, and they did just email us to pick up our pieces, showing us a photo of both of ours. Unfortunately, we couldn't pick it up before Hanukkah, and my husband wanted to gift his mom a handmade ceramic piece, but it wasn't done in time. We really like how close the studios is to our home. We could have walked there but left the house late that morning, so we drove. We got lunch at the taco place next door afterwards. We had free street parking that day so it must have been a Sunday. We enjoyed our pottery class and would pay to be members, but it's too expensive, so a single class will do for now.

The three-day carnival festival was held here over the weekend, on Venice Blvd between Overland Ave…read moreand Motor Ave. There were a few of arcade games, carnival rides, and food trucks.

It's always fun to go to the Abbot Kinney Festival. Lots to look at. Before the pandemic there…read morewere more bars on Abbot Kinney, not so much now.

Just another great way to harold the end of summer…read more.. AKF is thrown annually, stretches the entire length of Abbot Kinney Blvd. and has a little of everything: * YES - Lotsa food stands w/ interesting offerings (ie: Hotato's "chips" on a stick) * YES - Jewelry stands: both affordable and some pricier * YES - Art, signage & poster, clothing/tee stands * YES - Live music & DJ * YES - Fun people watching * YES - Most of AKB's original shops are open as well * WOA: - Street (free) parking. Tons of bikes were parked as well. - Pet-friendly. - Pretty clean; they were smart in placing tons of trash cans throughout. Too bad it's only hosted once a year.

My wife and I took the beginner pottery class at Good Dirt LA with Amber, and it was such a great…read moreexperience. We had an absolute blast from start to finish. Amber made the class really fun and approachable--she's incredibly knowledgeable but explains everything in a way that makes you feel comfortable, even if it's your first time touching clay. The studio itself is beautiful--clean, welcoming, and just a really cute, inspiring space to create in. You can tell a lot of thought went into the vibe of the place. It made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this class for anyone looking to try something new, have a fun date, or just get creative. We'll definitely be back!

I had taken a couple of wheel-throwing classes before, but I never fully understood how to properly…read morecenter my clay. For me, this was always the hardest part, and with it being the first and most crucial step, I figured pottery just wasn't for me. I decided to try it again, thinking, "Okay, third time is a charm!" I can confirm that luck was on my side today! Ruey, the instructor, was able to explain and demonstrate how to cone and compress the clay in such a comprehensible, beginner-friendly way, I was almost embarrassed I hadn't understood it until then! I can't wait to come back and take another class! Such a good price for the knowledge and confidence I gained!

Very unique and entertaining exhibits. I enjoyed the combination of nontraditional exhibit topics…read moreand truly eclectic array of specimens, though I found some of the exhibits to be a bit misleading, such as the collection of diatoms. My favorite exhibits were the Decaying Dice, Tell The Bees, and Cat's Cradle. Partner really enjoyed the architecture-focused set of exhibits. A bit crowded in the exhibits near the entrance, but the crowd thins out the further you walk into the museum. If the jumble of information I presented in this review confuses you, then I would recommend that you visit the museum. It's immersive in the sense that I feel as though I traveled to many different worlds just by walking from room to room in a large house. I would certainly visit again if I was in the area.

The Museum of Jurassic Technology is an interesting way to spend an hour in Culver City! I wish I…read morecould show you but respect their wishes of no photos/videos inside. It's one of those weird niche museums you just gotta walk through and experience. It's a little bit of history, a little bit of histrionics, some gorgeous displays to walk thru, interesting bits to read, and an interesting collection for sure. My favorite part was their little garden with a few special birds. Such a peaceful and cute area, with tea offered at special times! What a nice touch. It's only open Thursday to Sunday with a $15 entrance fee and reserving a time in advance is best, so plan accordingly. For me, it was an interesting place to pop into once but I don't see myself coming back again~ nor would I bring out of town guests. I like quirky and weird - i AM quirky and weird - but just felt confused when I left.