"Los Angeles 411" - Late Night Thai Food in Hollywood, CA - Torung Restaurant One of my favorite Thai restaurants is Torung, in Hollywood, California. Not only is the food fresh and tasty, but the prices are extremely reasonable.  And Torung opens at 5PM and stays open until 4AM!!  So if you're making it a late night in Hollywood, it's the perfect place. There's nothing better than a nice, fresh piping hot pot of Thai soup delivered to your table in a flaming hotpot. I think the most popular Thai dish is Pad Thai, made with rice noodles in a savory, slightly spicy sauce. But one of my favorite dishes that is not very well known is Yum Woon Sen.  It is actually made with silver noodles made from mung beans.  This also means that there is no "starchy" carbohydrates to this type of noodle.... 09/18/2011

  Grub is one of my favorite restaurants in Los Angeles, but it’s so off the beaten path, that I forget about it a lot.  Then, when I end up back there again...it’s deja vu all over again!  Their mantra...”it feels like home”  is right on.  The restaurant is known for their "California Comfort Food." "Hey Mom, can you make me something to eat?!"  Grub is tucked away in a charming old 1920's bungalow in the post-production area of Hollywood, among the photo imaging businesses, prop houses and other industrial buildings that house many different film and video editing companies.  It’s enclosed behind a wall and hedges, so it’s easy to miss.  They're open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a full wine and beer menu.   But, it’s not so easy to miss that there wasn’t a 20 minute wait for ... 09/15/2011

I just made a $25 donation to help an African village through SaveAfricaNow.org - Pay It Forward I met this organization and it's founders personally at the GoGreenExpo in Los Angeles earlier this year. They are great bunch of people and I truly admire their dedication to help those of our brothers and sisters on the African continent. If you have any disposable income that you can share, even just a few bucks, this is hands-down a worthy and fulfilling cause. OMG.  This is such an emotional thing for me that believe it or not, after I make my donation I have to put it out of my head because my desire to "save the world" will eat away at me and I know how impoverished the continent is, how many adults suffer from diseases merely from lack of ANY healthcare, what kind of atrocities happe... 09/01/2011

Banks are agreeing to more short sale transactions, and short salesare taking less time to sell, which is helping to clear large inventories of distressed properties more efficiently, says James J. Saccacio, RealtyTrac CEO, in releasing new housing data this week. “This is a glimmer of hope that lenders are getting more realistic,” Rick Sharga, senior vice president of RealtyTrac, told Bloomberg News. “It’s a win for borrowers who avoid foreclosure, buyers who get a house in better condition and banks that lose less money, which is also a win for taxpayers.” During the second quarter, the number of homes nearing foreclosure accounted for 12 percent of total home sales, with banks agreeing to more transactions at prices below the outstanding mortgage balance, RealtyTrac reported in rele... 08/26/2011

  So you are in the mood to see the stars, no not the celestial stars, I mean the stars in Hollywood! Take a tour on the Starline Tour Bus located at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California. As a tourist on the Starline Tour Bus, you will get a close-up tour of your favorite Celebrities beachfront homes as well as other iconic landmarks that made Hollywood, California famous today! Visitors from all over the world flock to Hollywood all year long, in hopes of getting a glimpse of their favorite movies stars, while visiting Hollywood’s famous and unforgettable landmarks that help us remember the glamorous Golden Age of Hollywood. The Starline Tour Bus offers great tour packages at an affordable price. They even have Double Decker buses with personal headsets for all of its pass... 08/19/2011

Pet Project - A Story about Puppy Love! This post is being written as an attempt to COPYRIGHT an original story idea by Rob Magnotta.This post was previous submitted in other formats, and it was posted to ActiveRain on Saturday, July 30, 2011. "Pet Project" is a reality show idea with the following story concept. Several contestants filmed, and they are all given the same story: 1) You are being brought here to train a puppy to become an assistance dog (this could be a guide dog, K9 unit, or any other form of trained dog). 2) Over the course of several months, the contestants put the dog which is assigned to them through a series of training exercises all designed to, at the end, produce a dog that will provide assistance to someone.3) During the training, it is extremely likely that ma... 07/30/2011

So you made it to Hollywood and want to sit in on a live show, why not catch a live taping of the Jimmy Kimmel Live Show in Hollywood, California! The Jimmy Kimmel Live Show is filmed at the El Capitan Theater located at 6838 Hollywood Boulevard in none other than Hollywood, California. The Jimmy Kimmel Live Show is well known for getting big musical acts on stage as well as up- and-coming artists to show off their talents. This crazy show is also known for its crazy interviews with the hottest celebrities in Hollywood. The Jimmy Kimmel Live Show is going into its seventh year with ABC and is still going strong! For more information regarding the Jimmy Kimmel Show please visit the link provided: http://abc.go.com/shows/jimmy-kimmel-live/index Sounds like a fun way to be entertained in ... 07/26/2011

If you are a magic enthusiast, then a visit to the Magic Castle in Hollywood, California is a definite must! The Magic Castle is located at 7001 Franklin Avenue in Hollywood. The Magic Castle is a famous club for magicians and magic enthusiasts from all over the world to hang out at and enjoy each other’s craft and illusion. The Magic Castle was built in 1908 and has seen Hollywood change throughout the years. Yet, the Magic Castle itself has not changed and is still the same gorgeous place as it was when it was first built. You can dine at the Magic Castle in an inviting Victorian elegance and charm that this amazing place has to offer. For more information regarding the Magic Castle please visit the link provided: http://www.magiccastle.com/ What a great place to enjoy a great show a... 07/25/2011

Come out and catch a performance at the Ford Amphitheater in Hollywood, California! The Ford Amphitheater is located at 2580 Cahuenga Boulevard in the awesome world of Hollywood. The Ford Amphitheater is located in a 45-acre County Regional Park and is owned and operated by the Los Angeles County. This awesome amphitheater is one the oldest performing arts center in the Los Angeles County that is still in use today. How cool is that! The Ford Amphitheater hosts about 200 diverse events each year for every one of all ages, which includes dance, music and awesome family events. For more information regarding the Ford Amphitheater please visit the link provided: http://fordtheatres.org/index/ Sounds like a fun way to beat the summer heat! 07/13/2011

Looking for something to do this weekend and not sure where to go, well then come check out the West Side Story at the Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood, California! The Los Angeles Philharmonic and MGM will be presenting the West Side Story performances on Saturday and Sunday, July 8-9, 2011 starting at 8:00 pm at the Hollywood Bowl located at 2301 North Highland Avenue in Hollywood. Bring a date and celebrate this awesome iconic movie’s 50th anniversary while listening to and watching this classic romantic tragedy as well as academy award winning musical of all time. For more information regarding the West Side Story at the Hollywood Bowl please visit the link provided: http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/ What a great way to spend a weekend evening! 07/07/2011

Traffic & Los Angeles Real Estate Illustrated here with Photos. What is your Traffic like?  Traffic & Los Angeles Real Estate illustrated here with Photos. Traffic has always been interesting at best and more and more challenging as the years go by. I have enclosed here a few pictures to illustrate my point.   More cars, more people and longer drives to get to the Property we as Realtors want to show. We have an unwritten Rule of 10-15 minutes are normal if someone is running late to a showing on the West Side of Los Angeles.  As you some of you know, we are by Appointment only on 90 per cent of the Property Showings.  It would be nice to get a phone call, text or an e-mail from the prospective home buyer or the agent representing the home buyer that they are running late. Never the les... 06/29/2011

The Marquee Residential Property North Hollywood , CA,  91605 Studio Bedroom 1 Baths 975 Starting From For more details on this and other great rental properties nationwide: http://www.treehouseforrent.com   06/14/2011

Join the celebration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s 144th Birthday at Barnsdall Art Park on June 10th from 6-10pm. The event is presented by Friends of the Hollyhock House in conjunction with the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles. Frank Lloyd Wright (June 8, 1867 to April 9, 1959) is one of America’s most revered and well- studied architects, famous for his prairie style and concrete block creations. What better place to celebrate his birthday than at Barnsdall Art Park, on the west lawn of the famous Hollyhock House, commissioned by Arline Barnsdall in the early 1900’s. Fundraising Effort to Restore and Revitalize the Barnsdall Park Grounds Friends of Hollyhock House is once again embarking on a major fundraiser. The event is being co-hosted by the Los Angeles Art Deco Society- a group that cel... 06/09/2011

If you are a classic movie lover, then come on down and check out the classics at the Grauman’s Egyptian Theater in Hollywood, California! The Grauman’s Egyptian Theater is located at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California. The Grauman’s Egyptian Theater will be showing a double feature of Humphrey Bogart’s Classics “High Sierra” and “The Roaring Twenties” on Friday, June 10, 2011 starting at 7:30 pm. Can’t make it on Friday night, don’t fret my friends, the Grauman’s Egyptian Theater will be showing many double features of classic movies throughout the entire weekend. How cool is that! For more information regarding the Grauman’s Egyptian Theater please visit the link provided: http://www.americancinemathequecalendar.com/egyptian_theatre_events What a great way to enjoy the... 06/09/2011

Frank Lloyd Wright's Hollyhock House is a beautiful example of this famed architect's work. The Hollyhock house was built for oil heiress Aline Barnsdall between 1919 and 1921 and was Frank Lloyd Wright's first Los Angeles project.  The majority of his buildings are actually in Oak Park, Illinois where he designed 25 structures that were built between 1889 and 1913. Write is famous for his prairie style architecture of open spaces, and earth hugging buildings and furniture to match! Frank Lloyd Wright had a prolific 70-year career during which he designed a plethora of amazing buildings. He has been called America's most innovative and creative architect and for good reason. 17 of his buildings have been designated by the American Institute of Architecture architectural as major contrib... 06/04/2011

If you are a humongous Star Wars fan like I am, then you do not want to miss out on the Star Wars in Concert Event at the Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood, California! The Star Wars in Concert will be held on Friday and Saturday, June 3-4, 2011 at the Hollywood Bowl located at 2301 North Highland Avenue in awesome Hollywood. This awesome concert will be narrated by Anthony Daniels who was the voice of (C-3PO) in all awesome six films! How cool is that! There will be edited footage from the Star Wars films displayed on a three story tall, high definition LED super screen that will knock your socks off! AWESOME!!!! I know I keep using the word awesome but I just can’t help it, I am a Star Wars addict! For more information regarding the Star Wars in Concert please visit the link below: http://... 05/30/2011

    If you are a wine connoisseur then a trip to the L.A. Wine Fest 2011 in Hollywood, California is a must! The 6th Annual L.A. Wine Fest 2011 will be held at the historic Raleigh Studios located at 5300 Melrose Avenue in Hollywood on Saturday and Sunday, June 11-12, 2011. This awesome event will feature the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine Tour that will provide visitors with fantastic tips on food, entertaining and so much more! There will be 500 different samples of delicious wines, delectable beers and spirits for everyone to sample with pure delight, while tantalizing their palates! For more information regarding the L.A. Wine Fest 2011 please visit the link below: http://lawinefest.com/ I don’t know about you, but I am so there! 05/18/2011

  I came across this article yesterday…Need Help With your Mortgage…Get your House to “Work” for you! Imagine, getting your mortgage paid just for using your home as a billboard…crazy! This article comes to us from our friends at The Truth About Mortgage.com   If you’re having trouble keeping up with mortgage payments, which we know many of you are, there’s a new solution. It might be a little less conventional than a loan modification or a short sale, but it’s still a solution, at least, according to a new company called Adzookie. The “free mobile advertising network” is looking to create some buzz, and probably some capital, by offering the extreme home makeover. So “if you’re prepared for bright colors and stares from neighbors,” head over to their website and fill out the short for... 04/13/2011

A comprehensive, high-visibility marketing program supports Windermere Destination properties: - Access to mailing lists for marketing Destination listings to qualified buyers and sales associates specializing in second home properties. - Network of more than 8.000 Windermere agents throughout the West to find qualified second-home buyers. Agents in our second-home markets correspond regularly with Windermere agents in our urban areas to find the right buyer for your property. - Access to special advertising rates in publications such as the Wall Street Journal and business journals in major cities. This allows us to market your property well beyond the reach of our local MLS and hometown newspapers. Our company is able to offer you great service around the corner...and around the glob... 04/03/2011

Photograph by Robert Swetz 2011   This photograph was taken in Hollywood California and there is so much more to the photograph, and I will share more information later. What is so special about this photograph?   Marilyn Monroe - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Marilyn Monroe born Norma Jeane Mortenson, but baptized Norma Jeane Baker, was an American actress, singer and model. After spending much of her childhood ...en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marilyn_Monroe - Cached - Similar Death of Marilyn Monroe Arthur Miller Something's Got to Give Some Like It Hot Joe DiMaggio James Dougherty Happy Birthday, Mr. President The Prince and the Showgirl 03/25/2011