Following a glorious weekend of warmth and brilliant sunshine, L.A.'s summery weather trend continues which means perfect beach day conditions. Catching a full day of rays on the sand may conflict with things like a job or school, but perhaps you can sneak away for lunch or hit the coastline for a sunset happy hour after? So, in case you missed it or forgot where to make that happen, here's a friendly reminder of our top 16 beachside bars and restaurants. More»

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Although nothing like yesterday's completely insane temperatures, it looks like today will be the last of the raging heat wave and we encourage you to take advantage by heading for the coastline. We're not suggesting you ditch work or school for a full day at the beach, but maybe just get close enough to one for this evening's sunset over food or drinks or perhaps a lunch date. To help you make this happen, we've rounded up of our favorite spots for boozing at dining by the beach, from Malibu to Marina del Rey. Whether for beach day grub or post-workday drinks, check out L.A.'s 16 best beachside bars and restaurants. More»

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Following an absolute scorcher of a weekend, L.A.'s going to be even hotter today, with less stifling but still warm temperatures carrying pretty much through the week. We hope you found a way to enjoy the "summerlike" conditions of the last few days with something involving a beach and encourage you to head for the coast while they last. You may not be able to ditch work or school for a full day at the beach, but you can at least get close enough to one at some point to appreciate it, specifically over food or drinks. To help you make this happen, we've rounded up of our favorite spots for boozing at dining by the beach, from Malibu to Marina del Rey. Whether for beach day grub or post-workday drinks, check out L.A.'s 16 best beachside bars and restaurants. More»

Scrambling to make brunch arrangements for Mother's Day this weekend or are you unsure of the place you picked to take her? Fret not, for we are here to save you from turning the celebration of the woman who gave you life and put up with your moody, rotten teen years into the anniversary of your big fat blunder. We've done the recon and scouted out the finest brunch spots around town to bring your Number One Lady on her special day. Treat mom like the queen that she is this weekend by using this guide to L.A.'s best Mother's Day Brunches. [photo via]

In case you haven't stepped outside yet today, Mother Nature has brought Los Angeles some nice "summerlike" weather in which to bask this week and through the weekend. With the sun out and the temperatures in the 90s (!), it's making for some ideal beach day conditions and we hope you take advantage. While you're out there, you're probably going to want to grab some drinks and food to round out the day and we're to help with those plans. So whether you're already scouting out a spot on SoCal's famous coastline near the shore or are good admiring it from afar but don't actually want to make contact with sand, following our earlier roundup of eight, here's a guide to eight more of L.A.'s best beachside restaurants and bars from Marina Del Rey to Malibu that are GofG L.A.-approved.

Geographically, we live in one of the smallest cities, but culturally, there is more to eat, see, and do in these 468 square miles than any other place in the nation. The problem is, the typical New York tourist only sees a portion of the best spots in the city. With 5 boroughs and countless neighborhoods, it's easy to get overwhelmed and fall into the tourist traps of the city from Times Square to the Statue of Liberty. When you want to see the New York that inspired Jay Z and Frank Sinatra to sing, you need an insider's advice. Look no further. We've put together a collection of the places and spaces of a New Yorker's New York!

Over the weekend in Washington, Matthew Morrison sang Broadway tunes to high society, puppies and socialites walked the catwalk, the Washington Ballet threw a "Hemingway in Paris" ball, southerners got wild at Taste of the South under a starry sky, and more:

There is only one problem with brunch, that you can only order one dish. However, on the weekend of April 14th, that will no longer be an issue. The Stanton Social is offering a family style brunch with enough delectable small plates to feed a party of four, and with a bottle of Chandon, it will definitely be a party. The highly competitive reservation desk will even offer you your choice of banquette or lounge seating when you purchase the 40% discounted brunch through us! More»

Selecting the perfect date location is not only about knowing the best spots in the city, but it's also about knowing the best spots to suit your date's personality. To help you plan the perfect evening for your lucky lady, we have picked some of the best spots in New York for each type of girl. Not only will you wow her with your inside knowledge of New York, but she will take notice of your insightful venue choice. Whether she is a foodie or a comedian, we know the spot for you.