Local Gem: Angelique Café

A surprising find on a concrete island in the Fashion District of Downtown Los Angeles, Angelique Café is a charming restaurant that transports you to the city of lights (or if you’re like me and haven’t been yet, what you think Paris feels like).

The environment is cozy and comfortable. The patio is perfect for people watching, the upper level has great natural light, and the small balcony is great for intimate meals.

Favorite Dish: Dijon Burger with pommes frites. I know it doesn’t sound very French but the sautéed mushrooms are irresistible!!

Location:
840 South Spring Street
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Chocolate Tastings @TIFA

As if chocolate wasn’t indulgent on its own, TIFA Chocolate offers private tastings in keeping with their founding principle that chocolate should be an experience. These events are perfect for a girl’s night, a unique date, or just for fun.

When: Mondays from 7:15-9:15 p.m.
Includes: 5 artisan chocolates, 2 exotic flavored chocolates, assorted filled chocolates, and drinking chocolates.
Cost: $20 per person
* Reservations are required. Space fills quickly (sometimes months in advance).

If you’d prefer to create a tasting at your home instead TIFA has articles on their site with instructions as well as suggestions on wine pairings.

Location:
5013 Kanan Road
Agoura Hills, CA 91301

How Sweet It Is: Christmas Cookies

The holidays are one of my favorite times to bake (mostly because it gives me the excuse to eat too many sweets)!