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My Cool Cousin list for Los Angeles:

Santa Anita Park-

A day at the races is always an enriching (sometimes anti- enriching) experience. Santa Anita is a beautiful racetrack with well kept grounds and fun for the whole family (there is a playground at the in-field). Check out the horses, lose some money, enjoy a cigar or few brews in the sun.

Galco’s Old World Grocery-

I love obsessions and how they manifest in the real world. Galco's is no exception. Under one roof you'll find thousands of contemporary and vintage soda labels. It's really fun to walk the aisles and find the most obscure flavor you can. I recommend the classic recipe Dr. Pepper still made with prune juice and cane sugar.

Ricky’s Fish Tacos-

THE BEST fish tacos in LA, Ensenada style. Check his twitter before heading out because the truck moves around. Fish tacos, Shrimp tacos and on occasion, Lobster tacos!

Runyon Canyon Park-

Hollywood is a weird place, the revolving door of Los Angeles. In addition, if you go to Hollywood hoping to get a glimpse of celebrities...it's not going to happen. Instead, go to Runyon Canyon, where beautiful people go to be seen. Fake boobs and wash board abs are the norm on this somewhat steep and beautiful hike. You may run into celebs but more likely Snapchat/Instagram photoshoots. A strange glimpse into the glam world of celebdom.

Highland Park Bowl-

Great place to play fancy bowling. If I were to time travel back to the 50s or whenever bowling was cool I'd imagine I would be in Highland Park Bowl. Good drinks too.

Kindness & Mischief Coffee-

K & M, the most beautiful, friendly cafe in HLP. Their ice coffee is like jet fuel and their mint tea will leave your mouth tingly. Can't recommend enough.

Musso & Frank Grill-

Musso & Franks is as old school as it gets. If you absolutely HAVE to go to Hollywood, dip into this haven where seemingly nothing has changed in 50 years. I suggest getting a quick bite and definitely order the Martini.

Borneo Kalimantan Cuisine-

I can't get enough of the Chewy Noodles. This place is amazing serving Indonesian food, somewhat like a mix of Indian, Thai and Chinese. Cash only, get there early.

Footsies-

Footsies, a place to dance, get drunk, smoke in back, and meet fast women.

Banh Mi My Tho-

Tucked away in a SGV mini mart is Banh Mi My Tho. $4 Banh Mi, tastes like Saigon. Keep in mind this is take out spot, no chairs, no nonsense. SOooo good.

Beer Belly-

Bring some friends to Beer Belly. Its Casual and Laid back but serves some mean food. Great Beer selection for the craft beer head. Duck Confit fries are where its at.

Mama Lu’s Dumpling House-

here is great debate who has the best soup dumplings in SGV. Some say Luscious, some say Din Tai Fung. I say Mama Lu's.

La Chuperia-

These Micheladas are INSANE! Complete with a 32 if you want. Neighborhood dive for local Dodger fans. Great Craft Beer selection and super good nachos, the world's favorite food.

Philippe The Original-

For over 100 years Philippe's has been serving some of the best French Dip sandwiches around. Casual and feels like home. Here is the order: Lamb sandwich double dipped, potato salad, pickled egg, tapioca pudding :-), lemonade.

OB Bear-

Korean Fried Chicken wings are on another level. OB Bear, in my opinion is the best. 1 order wet, 1 order dry, leek pancake, pitcher of Hite, 2 bottles of soju.

Cafe Dulce-

Cafe Dulce only serves the best. Vietnamese Coffee is the best in the city. Wash it down with an amazing Pastry department. Green Tea Donut........

El Tepeyac Cafe- Boyle Heights-

Probably the most famous restaurant in Boyle Heights. Manuel's has been around forever and is famous for the Manuel's Special, a burrito twice the size of your head. Get one with Machaca (shredded beef).

Primera Taza Coffee House-

Low key community based coffee shop. They serve amazing Lonche Sandwiches and source their coffee from single farms and regional areas of Mexico.

Moles La Tia-

Fantastic Mole Poblano and great brunch spot. Chilaquiles with mole is amazing.

Los Angeles Flower Market-

The Flower Market is for the early riser. Adjacent to Downtown and Skid row there is a massive warehouse that supplies all the flowers to every vendor in LA. For a small admission fee one can explore the hundreds of vendors and get a bouquet at wholesale prices. The smell is amazing. Really great resources for wedding planners or anyone planning their own wedding. I'd recommend the Flower Market and then venture over to Santee Alley.

The Santee Alley-

Beware: Some people might get culture shock going to Santee. The streets are packed with small shops slanging their wares to the volume of people seeking good deals. Go buy a Dodger hat, half off Levi's and don't be afraid of the street food.

Indie Brewing Company-

Indie is a badass brewery tucked away in a warehouse. Great IPAs and Kolsch. The owners support local businesses and use their space to elevate local artists and chefs.

Phat Birds-

Chef Max has been doing Fried Chicken pop ups all over LA for sometime and has a great location in East LA. Try the Nashville spiced white meat, very juicy.

Ramirez Beverage Center-

Over 1200 labels of Craft Beer and beyond. If you are looking for something specific, this is the place that will have it. Raminez is so big they give you a discount if you don't mind beer being warm.

Mariscos Jalisco-

Don't be scared. I know it's near the projects, I know seafood from a truck sounds weird, but trust me this place is great on a hot day. Go to Ramirez beverage center, get a beer in a paper bag, and get Shrimp Tacos/Tostada Mixta from Maricos Jalisco.

In-N-Out Burger-

Forget everything else. Go die in a hole if you don't stop at In-N-Out when visiting this beautiful concrete city. Get the 3x3, the world's most perfect burger. Bread:Meat ratio rivals Galileo's finest discovery . If you a G, extra onion. You'll find many around town but this one is near the airport.

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