I love BYO! I visit this shop multiple times a week. Living and working in this neighborhood,…read moreJulie's shop has become a staple for refilling all my household good needs. I feel such a sense of relief refilling here and it takes away the guilt from supporting single use plastic options. Whether Charlie or Julie are at the shop, I always feel welcomed and happy I stopped in. Thank you for everything you do for the neighborhood!

Thank you Julie for the reply and for the call. It was a frustrating day and just needed my BYO…read morestuff! If I'd known you had to be out the door at 5 I would have come another day. But now I know for the future.

Hmm... I have mixed feelings about the Art of Bloom. In a way, I equate it to LACMA's Rain Room…read more.. where you pay to be in one room. There are 2 ish rooms - first room is the main event with the flowers scattering their petals mingled with scents. The lighting also changes depending on your ambient temperature which was neat as well! The next room uses their AR app where you take pictures of the little things that pop out at you on little platforms. There's a shop, then a mini area where you can smell the scents broken apart - then you head back to the main room to reassess the smells. While I did enjoy the room and artistry... I would suggest the AR room to include opportunities to be able to fit ourselves in all of them. It was difficult because you needed to put your camera so close to the platforms so we were unable to be in it. I had a fun time, but I think maybe a few more rooms would have been nice! They do have a lot of events that sound really cool to do in the room, but they cost more than the $25 ish I spent for this. It made for cute pictures though! P A R K I N G There's a lot nearby that gives 2 hour free parking! The exhibit shouldn't take you much longer than an hour, although I stayed a bit to sit and smell the roses! ;)

I was getting a lot of ads on The Art of Bloom (TAOB) on Instagram so I finally bought tickets and…read morewent to see it for myself. I bought a student ticket for about $21, including service fees. The tickets have timed entry slots and it is recommended to come 5 minutes before your slot but no later than 15 minutes after. We got in, scanned our tickets and signed a waiver, and then we were led to the first exhibit. The first exhibit was their main attraction - a flowered ceiling with lights and petals falling. It was very beautiful and definitely IG-worthy. We were the only ones there so we got to take as many photos as we wanted. The second exhibit is the AR one. You need to download their app and then you can hover over the displays and see cool AR flowers bloom, petals fall, or little people running around. The third "exhibit" is the gift shop. They had perfume, shirts, and tote bags. We bought the AR stickers (a pack of 6 for about $5) so we could use the app at home and see the cool AR flowers and people. Overall, the pop-up was very interactive and elegant. However, it was small and short (we finished in about 30-40 minutes). I loved looking at everything but it is a bit pricey for what it is.

Amazing flavor BBQ. First time eating at Brothers Keeper BBQ in Long Beach and it was excellent. We…read morehad "The Mess" aka chili fries on steroids and spares ribs that fall off the bone with to die for candied yams. We are definitely returning for more and trying their other options. Thank you Mo for a wonderfull experience and guiding us through our first of many meals at your restaurant

Great food! I tried a little bit of everything! The brisket chili fries were so good! The…read morebrisket, sausage and mac and cheese were all delicious! The owner came out and checked on us and made sure we were taken care of and he was great too!

Great spot to refill essentials. I fill up on dishsoap, soaps, dishwasher pods. I try to have a…read morezero waste lifestyle and this place has been helpful. I wish the hours were more accessible because I work during opening hours.

Wish there was a store like this I'm every city…read more Been slowly but surely switching to less plastic. This world is doomed. Called to see if they had the stainless steel safety razor in stock. I wanted to go to this location because I knew that parking wouldn't be an issue. Kelly picked up and answered the phone in the most professional manner. She did get a visual of what I was asking for and was kind and helpful enough to tell me about the other styles. Told Kelly I would be there very soon and was greeted by Kelly. They allowed only two people in at a time because of social distancing. I got to see touch and feel the difference between the butterfly and 3pc razor. It's a lot different seeing things in person than just ordering online. I ended up picking up the butterfly with the longer handle. They had tons of reusable items and refills for sale. I managed to pick up a wooden soap dish and stain remover soap bar. Transaction was done with card. I would have paid cash if I brought enough. Thanks Kelly!

Doggo Nice Day treats are an absolute hit with my pup, Mello! Please forgive the lack of pictures…read morehe gets so excited when he sees them that he does happy jumps and runs off to his blanket to enjoy them in peace. If I try to follow him, he just dashes to another room! I think it's safe to say these are his all-time favorite treats. The wonderful lady who makes them is truly the sweetest. She's kind, loving, and always welcoming. Mello adores her and is always thrilled to see her. It's clear that every single treat is made with love and care. You can find Doggo Nice Day at the Bixby Knolls Farmers Market or online at doggoniceday.com. Please support this independent, family-owned business--your fur babies will love the treats just as much as Mello does!

From the owner: We make bakery treats and frozen yogurt - for the doggos! Human-grade and dog-safe ingredients -…read moremade with love in Long Beach, CA. Custom birthday cakes are also available. You can find us Sundays at the Long Beach Farmers Market at the Marina, Tuesdays at Bixby Park, Thursdays at the Long Beach Bixby Knolls Farmers Market and Saturdays at Bixby Park.

Walking into POP MART feels like stepping into a world where everything is next-level adorable…read more.. and next-level expensive.Honestly, I'd hate to be a parent in here because every single item is tempting. It's one of those stores where you look around and think, "Okay, I don't need this... but I definitely want it."Now, I'll be real--the whole blind box/surprise box concept isn't really my thing. The idea of having to keep buying boxes just to hopefully get the one you actually want? Yeah... that would drive me a little crazy. BUT... then I saw the Snow White piece. And wow. I'm obsessed. They had this huge Snow White art/toy display that completely pulled me in. Do I need to spend over $1,000 on a collectible art toy? Absolutely not. Do I want to? Also yes.Luckily, they had a smaller version for around $300, which still feels like a splurge... but way more within reach (kind of ). Guess I just need to start playing the lottery--fingers crossed. Super fun store to browse, even if you're just window shopping and dreaming a little.

Finally was able to go and get a few things I been wanting…read more Good selection of blind boxes Self serve you can get what you want quickly without any hassle

Attended the Queen Mary Night Market summer events in 6/2024 …read more Lo and behold I spot Khin Khao amongst the crowd as one of the participants vendors . Of course my contemplation of what to eat has been decided. Khin Khao for the win , as always the friendly service and tasty food has remained consistent . My usual favorite from here are their mango sweet rice dessert , boat noodles and the beef salad . Others boat noodles are sweet , not at khin khao, their flavors was superb with a melding of savory goodness taste . Mango sweet rice dessert is a seasonal dish on their menu, I made sure to order a few container for the next day . ( depending on yellow mango season) definitely a must buy from them . Tip: when at home take out the sticky rice and steam until warm or a steam in the steamer. Pour in the sweet sauce into the warm rice mix well and eat with the mango . Yumm

The food is to die for ! Tried them out at the event next to the lakewood mall on Saturday and it…read morewas sooo good I came back for more skewers like next hour before closing :p The beef was so tender and flavorful! It reminded me just like how my friends momma used to cook for me in high school. Taste brought back memories. Perfect char and smokey taste to beef as well. Pickled veg was also really good, not very sweet or bitter but a nice freshness with the beef. Similar to this white kimchi so I loved it! Can't wait to try their other menu options, but the skewers will not disappoint if you . I can't explain it but the seasoning on it is just amazing. Follow them on ig for event updates :)

Just stopped by and the ube tiramisu is very delicious. Kids loved it and so did I. Great customer…read moreservice too.

This review has been long overdue! I discovered Kristin and her bakery at Crafted in San Pedro and…read morehave ordered from her multiple times. Both times were the cookie platters and let me tell you - they are an INSTANT hit with everyone who has tried them. I gave out her instagram handle to everyone I knew like it was Halloween. The quality is so good and more importantly not too sweet. I love a good cookie when it's not too rich. This is dangerously perfect because I could've easily eaten that platter on my own lol. I need to visit her again and order something soon. She has new creative menu items all the time and I have no doubt they're just as amazing. Someone invite me to a party so I have an excuse to bring some dessert! Lol

Great shop that I could spend hours in. Everywhere I turned I found gems --…read more - wearbles in a variety of sizes across multiple decades - comfy furniture - collectibles - home decor - art - books (old & new) - tchotshkies - specialty treasures I met the store owner, Julie, and was fascinated by her story and that she hand-picked every item in the store! Parking in the structure nextdoor is free for the first 2 hours, which could easily be spent browsing The Mom-Up Shop :)

Discovered this pop-up shop while walking to the local post office! Located on the ground level of…read morea mixed-use apartment building, there's so much to see and love at the Mom-Up Shop. The vintage clothing is in excellent condition, there is a good selection of antique decor like vases and even furniture, and a darling kids' section in the back. The best thing? Every purchase gives 100% of proceeds back to Project Womangood and survivors of domestic violence. Staff are friendly every time you visit and while packing up your unique finds. They also offer promotions frequently; check the window for flyers and posts. I've snagged an Anthropologie initial mug for a friend and a collectible Boyd's Bear for very fair prices. If you're driving in, there is paid street parking on 3rd St or Elm Ave. Definitely a recommend from me!