It isn't every day I drive by a set of huge pair of Nintendo Remote Controllers! Also, if you are…read morefacing the remotes, you will see a large Rubik's Cube to the right! Such a flashback of some fun days my husband and I shared back in the 1980's. The Nintendo Entertainment System was our first gaming system! There isn't much to write about, but if you want to see these, come take a quick drive by! It isn't in the best part of town, but driving by here shouldn't be a problem!

I had seen this spot on yelp. Being lucky enough to grow up with a Nintendo game console years ago…read morethis is something I had to see for myself. This place is right off the 110 freeway and right past the train tracks on a corner. You can miss it if you have never been. But who can miss these giant controllers. Only down side is the location. Parking is kind of tough in this area I was lucky enough to find some close by. The installation is a cool sight to see if your into gaming or just for nostalgia sake. Not much to do but to soak it in and take pictures if you like. There is also a Rubik's cube and a Tetris replica which is all graffitied out. Ever in the neighborhood or want to take a drive check it out. It's one of those hidden gems in LA which is free. 1up!

Visited Infinity Mirror Room and let me just say... yes, it's stunning. The lights, reflections,…read morethe whole illusion makes you feel like you stepped into another dimension. No complaints about the actual experience itself, it's beautiful and definitely Instagram-worthy. BUT. That wait vs. payoff ratio? Wild. You're standing there forever, building up the moment, just to get ushered in and out in what feels like 60 seconds flat. By the time you're adjusting your camera and telling your family where to stand, it's already "okay time's up." Like... we just got here?? Honestly, I'd rather they charge more and give people a few extra minutes. Let us actually take it in, enjoy it, and get decent photos without feeling rushed like we're on some kind of aesthetic speed run. That said, it is a must-see at least once. Just go in knowing it's more of a quick visual experience than something you can really sit with.

On Friday afternoon, my family and I reserved tickets for the Infinity Room next to The Broad…read moremuseum in Downtown LA. Just a heads up, you'll need to book in advance if you want to secure a time slot to see the infinity room. We picked the 3:45 PM slot and waited about 5-10 minutes before entering. There's no food, drinks, or flash photography allowed (which makes sense). To be honest, I was a little surprised by how small the Infinity Room actually is. It's just a tiny platform you stand on surrounded by mirrors so be careful not to get too close to the edges. I think the photos online made it seem much bigger and more "galaxy-like," so I had different expectations going in You're only inside for about five minutes before it's time to exit for the next group. Still, it was a cool experience to check off the list and afterward we walked around The Broad, which made it a fun afternoon overall. I'm very grateful for the memories my family and I got to make together! Quick Note: If you get hungry, Grand Central Market is close by and has a great variety of food spots to choose from! Your welcome!!

Randy absolutely wonderful human being you have to experience for yourself enjoy his beautiful…read morepoint of view on the world through his artwork.

Randyland is the best! It's unique and beautiful on its own, but to make the experience extra…read morespecial, you'll want to reach out to schedule a visit with Randy in person. Depending on the season and the weather, he'll be able to tell you what time of day is optimal for the best light. In my case, he responded quickly and made it so easy. I'm drawn to quirky people who are compelled to do something, do it well, and keep trying out new ideas simply because they love it. That's Randy in a nutshell, and his enthusiasm and creativity are infectious! You'll leave feeling inspired to see the world a little differently and to make your OWN art more often. Enjoy!

If you're in downtown LA and you wanted to enjoy some holiday spirit, head over the Bloc to…read moreexperience the magical holiday show for FREE! Lots of photo op opportunities here under the lighted Christmas tree and giant giant bulb ornament. At every hour starting from 5pm to 9pm, they start playing Christmas songs and the light sparkle to the tunes. See my video for sampling. Everyone is welcome to come here as long as masks are worn at all times and social distancing observed. I even saw some fur babies enjoying the festivities. Your pets are welcome here as well. Lots of tables and chairs for your seating pleasure. There's also Starbucks at the location so you can watch the show while sipping on your favorite drink.

Ahh yes, Grand Central Market. This place was on my bucket…read morelist for years now and I'm glad I crossed it off. Definitely a must check out spot in downtown LA. It's open air so listen, if you go during a hot sunny day like I did, you're going to need something cold to cool you down. I suggest a 40 or a cold brew if you don't drink lol Or I would say, bring those battery operated personal fans. I tried Villas Tacos, and I love the use of blue corn tortilla. They got a sampler dish if you don't know what to eat. I also ate Thai food, and that was amazing too. Literally, so many spots to try out. Food heaven for the foodies. Parking. I mean, I paid at the lot next to it but I paid $10 before a certain hour.. all day too! I think there's a parking garage next to it but idk the prices or anything. Definitely a must try. Go Dodgers!

Grand Central was perfect to eat different types of foods. Parking was on the location for $5…read more The place was super hot but it's LA in the summer. I ordered a pupusa and some empanadas. My favorite empanada from Nonna's was the Guava one. It was delicious. We orders 6 different ones but that one was the best one I enjoyed the most. I liked all their different murals with Coby and of course my favorite Dodger OTHANI. .

Such a cute little hidden village in the heart of downtown LA. You could drive by and notice signs…read moreof the area but not till you walk through. It's a small stretch but once inside it'll amaze you. Just follow along the pathways and you'll enter an area where it's shops and restaurants. It does get busy so be prepare for that. There's two main parking structure next to it but street parking and public lots are available. Inside you have a small grocery store. Limited in things but they do carry a good selection of produce and Asian items. Then there's all the fun and amazing desserts shops. Anything Asian pastries they should have. The smell of fresh baked items as you're walking by. There's a good amount of ramen and sushi spot with the revolving sushi maybe the most popular at the beginning of the strip. Theres always a line so get there early to put your name down. You have all the fun Asian stores with anime, fun apparel and trinkets. Asian anime lover heaven. The day we stopped by for lunch it was packed. The village was crowded as well as all the parking structure was full. We were walking along the outside of the village as it was too crowded looking for someplace to eat. There was a crowd following each other which I asked someone what was going on and it happened to be a Pokémon battle. Let me say, the place was packed that we thought there was some kind of convention or a tour has happening. It literally brought out so many people. Also I love the fashion there. Kids and adults showing their amazing fashion skills with anime related clothing. The fashion show happening as you're just sitting there on the stoop. The amazing fashion scene where it's all individuality insisted of judgment. Little Tokyo is a hidden spot in downtown that you should check out. It's not big so you could get through it pretty quickly. The restaurant, shops, boutiques, stores are all cute and worth a wander through. LA does have its nice area. Heads up, if it's your first time here. A couple blocks from here is the sketchy area of skid row. Tents and homelessness so just heads up so you're not shocked and freaking out.

JAPANESE CULTURE & CUISINE UNLEASHED! I love Little Tokyo, I feel safe every time I'm around the…read morearea and the businesses are fairly friendly. I haven't had a bad experience with anyone here. Most of the Japanese restaurants are tourist traps although they tout they're "authentic", I'd skip most of them. Overall, more anime events and cultural festivities are blossoming in Little Tokyo, so there's always something to do! I recently visited Kodansha House and one of the night markets near SomiSomi on a Sunday night. Personally, I recommend the discount shops. Theres a lot of bootleg items in some of them, however, I find neat backpacks and anime-inspired gear once in a while! I've gotten decent deals. If you're a visitor there's several hotels and places to stay nearby. Things close up early, but you'll find a few late night bites here and there. Note: The metro is accessible from Little Tokyo.

I have wanted to visit Olvera St and learn more about historic LA for years and finally made it…read moredown. What a fun afternoon! If you've ever wanted the experience of walking the streets of Mexico and visiting an authentic Mexican market without ever leaving the U.S., this is for you. Many Olvera St shops and vendors sell traditional handmade Mexican items, sweets and decor. There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy a tasty meal or beverage. It's also a gorgeous spot to take photos!

A Fantastic Afternoon on Olvera Street!…read more My wife and I decided to spend the afternoon on historic Olvera Street in Los Angeles, and we're so glad we did! We originally thought about making a YouTube video for The Michael Show, but we were having way too much fun to stop and film! The restaurant, the sights, the atmosphere, and the history were absolutely fantastic. We especially loved being able to support this wonderful community and experience a place with so much character and tradition. From special events like the Blessing of the Animals to the historic surroundings, there's always something interesting happening. Parking can be a little challenging, and yes, it can be a bit pricey--but honestly, once we got there, we forgot all about it! It was a beautiful, fun-filled afternoon, and we just wanted to give a big SHOUT-OUT to Alvarado Street. If you're looking for history, atmosphere, good food, and a first-class afternoon, put this place on your list. We had a fantastic time and can't wait to come back!

This is such a beautiful landmark railway…read more This is my second time visiting the railway and it's always beautiful to come and take a slow easy ride down to the other side of the streets. Note: get yourself a TAP card so that you don't have to pay $1.50 instead you only pay $.75 one way.

Celebrating 125 Years!!…read more Angels Flight, a 298 foot funicular / inclined plane, originally opened on December 31, 1901. It connects Hill Street with California and features two vintage cars, Sinai and Olivet. It is open from 6:45am-10pm every day! This was so fun I rode both cars - up, down and up again! $1.50 each way... such a deal! The ride itself takes less than a minute and besides a little shimmy and shake when the cars pass each other, it is a straight shot. You can pay with your metro card, debit/credit card or cash. It's a fairly streamlined process & you pay at the top. The gates for the funicular are automatic at the top and bottom of the hill & only the top is staffed by an employee. If you want to save $1.50, you can always walk up the nearly 300 stairs to the left of the funicular & get your steps in! Peace.

This is an excellent company and I'm so happy with my decision…read more Let me start by saying this is the first time I've hired a muralist and I am also a first time father. This was important to me. Jeanine took the time to listen to what I was looking for and suggested a few things to help grow my idea. I loved that. She came over and was so kind and really took time to understand this was more than just a job; this was something my kid is going to grow up with. She took measurements, and even took color swatches of the carpet and furniture to make sure we matched the color palette! She quickly mocked something up and a few days later I had a photoshopped mockup for approval. Once we approved it we setup a date and I paid the deposit. Marcus was the artist that was assigned to this project. He was so kind and wonderful in my home. He let my wife and I peek and see progress, and would check in with me if he had any questions. He's a really talented artist and executed my vision faithfully. At the end of the day my wife cried (with joy), we have our incredible mural and I couldn't recommend this company enough. Really pleased with how it turned out and I will be calling them again for my next mural or art project.

The mural in our dining room by Hattas Studios is the absolute HIGHLIGHT of our home. Jeanine and…read moreher team took a few ideas we had and turned it into an absolute DREAM. There is not a person who comes into our house who does not remark on how beautiful it is. We documented the process on our TikTok @Living_in_History if anyone would like to check it out to see how they work. The design team is incredible at what they do. The muralists they send are such professionals, so talented, and a joy to have had in our house. They are extremely tidy while they work, and I just have nothing but positive things to say.

Yelp Event Sneak Preview:…read more The theme at this year's cARTeL art installation party was for artists to create their own planet....encouraging you to ponder the moving forward in science and knowledge while contemplating your infinite vision in life. What I like about cARTel is that they look for a variety of different artists every year. They don't just have a group of friends promoting each other. They accept applications, interview candidates and showcase people's talents who are passionate about their art. This preview allowed us to hear the artists' perspective as they were still putting their installations together. From what we saw they have a lot of work to do tonight, but it got me excited about how it'll look upon completion tomorrow night. I wished I had known about this sooner. There are tickets still available. $11 general admission where you're given an entry time block (you can stay as long as you like once in) and $20 VIP which gets you in at any time and front of the line pass to the bar. The bar will be stocked by Stacked wine. The space is large! Featured on the 11th floor. Many segregated areas. There will be a photo diorama type area that reminded me of a Jurassic Park vehicle surrounded by avatar. Cool hanging light installations. You'll walk on Frank's paintings, but don't worry he wants you to. They are all for sale $5-100. Listen and you'll hear moon chimes. There is a space reserved in the back where Dj's will be spinning all night long: Robin People, GOJIRA, FunkTheFresh, Korova, Neo Fresco with Marvel the Gr8, Lo Fi Sugar, Professor Possessor. If you don't have anything to do why not have a good time supporting the arts! Might be better in concept than execution, but so curious to see how it turned out. Most of the installations were nowhere near to completed the night before!! Not tempted enough to return for the actual party. Parking: Private lot attached $5 after 4pm. Pay at the machine before you get in your car to leave.

Gaaaah, why did I not hear about this sooner? I would have bought tickets to see the entire thing…read morewhen it was completed. There are still tickets left. So trust me and do yourselves a favor and come to this. From what we are able to see, its already shaping out to be amazing. This event is done by the same people that do 'brokechella'. They make these events awesome and minimal amount of funds. As a yelp elite member, we got to tour of the place plus seeing the artists set up and walk through. A sneak peek, if you call it. Too bad I have existing plans. :( sadness. I can't imagine 1000 ppl being in this space tho.