California, Rest In Peace

So I took my FIRST trip to Los Angeles last month.  I emphasize the word FIRST, because I will be going back again soon.  I loved, loved, loved it.  I kind of hate myself for loving it so much because I just think money, celebrity, plastic surgery, and mansions.  What it ended up being like for me was the perfect weather, pretty beaches, gorgeous views, and incredible food.

Having a husband that works in the entertainment industry certainly has its perks.  Such as taking an impromtu trip to Los Angeles for a few days with hotel paid for with said husband and his brother, my partner in crime during the trip.  Mr. G unfortunately had to work most of the time we were there.  I had four whole days to take everything in and wanted to make sure I used my time wisely.  Luckily, there are direct flights from Austin to LA, so we made it in to LAX bright and early.

Here is a little rundown of my adventure...........

Coffee Co. Restaurant
Santa Monica/Venice Beach
Katsu-Ya Studio City
Blu Jam Cafe-Melrose
Kogi BBQ truck-Beverly Hills
Mulholland Overlook
Laurel Canyon
Greek Theater
Griffith Observatory
Mel's Drive-In
Watts Towers
In N Out Burger
Pinkberry
Los Angeles Farmers Market
Koreatown
Forest Lawn Cemetery-Hollywood Hills
Myung In Dumplings
Hollywood Farmers Market
Coldwater Canyon Park
Point Dume State Beach-Malibu
Pizzeria Mozza

View from Griffith Observatory

Hollywood Farmers Market picnic

Driving through Laurel Canyon

Mmmm dinner

Santa Monica

Forest Lawn Cemetery-Hollywood Hills

Santa Monica Pier

Photos courtesy of Mr. G