Author Archives: Elena Scott

How to Cook the Perfect Steak, According to the Best Chefs in the West

Whether you want to wow a crowd or treat yourself to a fantastic meal, a great steak is one of the most important (and most… Read More

Move Over, Color-Drenching—This New Paint Trend Is Going to Be Everywhere in 2026

The secret’s out: In the interior design space, color is so in. Some people may prefer to drench their spaces in a punchy pigment—and others… Read More

5 of the Highest-Reviewed Restaurants Are in the West, According to Yelp

Yelp has released its 2026 list of the Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S., highlighting the places diners can’t stop talking… Read More

From Garage Pop-Up to Neighborhood Hub: Inside Chainsaw Cafe

Atop the counter of a bar in New Orleans, a small black Pomeranian named Chainsaw waltzed up and down the platform greeting customers. One patron… Read More

This New Disneyland Rule Could Change the Way You Plan Future Visits

For many visitors, a day at Disneyland involves a bit of strategy, especially when trying to make the most of both parks in a… Read More

These Are the Farms You Need to Visit for the Best Strawberry Picking in California

As spring settles across California, strawberry season begins to arrive in bright red rows across the state’s farms. What better way to make… Read More

A Once-in-a-Decade Wildflower Superbloom Is Sweeping Across Death Valley

Contrary to its name, Death Valley National Park is incredibly alive right now. The vast desert, usually defined by its copper… Read More

These Dairy-Free Desserts Truly Deliver

Whether you’re cooking for a crowd with mixed preferences, navigating your own diet restrictions, or simply curious to try something new, these dairy-free recipes make… Read More

These Retro Nursery Items Bring Vintage Charm into Your Baby’s Room

Interior designers are moving away from minimalism and toward all things vintage. Personalized and rich in history, these spaces double as quiet storytellers. This… Read More

These Stone Fruit Recipes Will Carry You Into Your Sweetest Spring Yet

As the days are beginning to warm, stone fruit season is right around the corner—and few things signal spring’s arrival quite like the first ripe… Read More

Food Vlogger Natasha Zhatko Has Amassed 1.2 Million Munching Her Way Through SoCal—Here Are Her Top Spots to Visit Now

Countless local restaurants, a pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, and a couple of cannabis-infused gummies. This is how Natasha Zhatko (@natashahasthemunchies)… Read More

See the California Filming Locations of the Oscar-Nominated ‘One Battle After Another’

One Battle After Another, the latest film from director Paul Thomas Anderson and a Best Picture contender at this year’s Academy Awards, unfolds against… Read More

The Bathhouse Is Back. These City Spas Are Designed to Soak Your Stress Away.

In the West’s busiest cities, a new style of third space is emerging—one that doesn’t hinge on cocktails or conversation, but on stillness and… Read More

It’s Grapefruit Season—These Are the Fruit-Forward Cocktails You Need to Make

Although it may not seem like peak fruit season during this time of year, grapefruits are the under-the-radar standout, hitting their stride with a… Read More

These Popular West Coast Delis Rival the Classics Back East 

An elderly woman squeezed the arm of Martin McClanan, the CEO of Elephants Delicatessen in Portland, Oregon, and gave him a… Read More

Here’s How to Use Animal Print in Your Home This Year—Without Overdoing It

Animal print can sometimes feel like a daunting design element to incorporate into your home, but it does not have to scare you away. In… Read More

This Iconic East Coast Bagel Shop Just Opened in Los Angeles

Californians can finally indulge in the beloved rip-and-dip bagels with schmear from PopUp Bagels. The beloved Connecticut bagel joint opened its… Read More

This TikTok-Famous Microwavable Meal Is the Most Popular Item at Trader Joe’s

Every year, Trader Joe’s asks you to vote for your all-time favorite products in the Trader Joe’s Customer Choice Awards. Read More

This Coastal City in Washington Is a Hidden Gem–Here’s What to Do When You’re There

Tucked away in southern region of the Puget Sound, right in the dip of Washington State, rests the small but mighty capital: Olympia, Washington. This… Read More

This Western State Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire

It’s one thing to imagine your golden years surrounded by open skies and expansive mountains– it’s another to discover the data actually backs it up. Read More

These Plants Thrive in the Winter 

Contrary to popular belief, cooler temperatures don’t always mean your garden has to suffer. In fact, wintertime paves the way for a number of… Read More

Why the Oregon Coast Is Better in the Rain—Here’s How to Plan the Ultimate Off-Season Roadtrip

There is something uniquely beautiful about a place that still shines in the worst weather. Instead of faltering in the rain, the Oregon Coast almost… Read More

These Lamps Prove How Warm Lighting Can Instantly Elevate Your Space 

Lamps are often the unsung hero of any room, contributing to the atmosphere and aesthetic through their soft, subtle glow. As warm, layered lighting… Read More

No Iron? Here’s How to Remove Wrinkles with Other Household Items

I never travel without a spray bottle. When I was in high school, my mom taught me that spraying your clothes with cold water was… Read More