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Ask the Yenta “Dear Yenta, My boss is currently looking for a children’s book illustrator for a self-published book he wrote.  Where should I look?” Two places to try: Storyopolis – they have a fantastic gallery featuring artwork by children’s book illustrators Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrator’s – they’re on Beverly Blvd.   […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, I’ve been hearing about some new sneaker shops popping up – which ones should I check out?”   Fight Club Los Angeles http://www.flightclubla.com/ On Fairfax  – This consignment store changes its stock daily – with over 1000 styles to choose from.   Kendo http://www.kendo-la.com/ On Melrose  – A posh […]

WOW! Six months has flown by! I’d thought I’d take a look back at at some of the “Ask the Yenta” questions that received the greatest response, and it’s all because of you! Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, I have a couple of kitchen knives that need sharpening – any suggestions? Thanks.” Good question.  […]

Ask the Yenta “Dear Yenta, I am wracking my brain trying to find a nice getaway location for my 12-year-old daughter and me for Labor Day. Must be within a two-hour drive time and have nice shopping. And it can’t be Palm Springs, San Diego or Santa Barbara.” Have you thought about Ventura Beach?  THEN […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, I have a couple of kitchen knives that need sharpening – any suggestions? Thanks.” Good question.  I’ve had the same set of kitchen knives for many years and I know I need a couple sharpened (ok, so I don’t cook that much, but still…) Here are a some great […]

Help spread The Yenta Love!! – Send this to your friends who would like it – just click at the bottom the page and “forward to a friend.” Ask the Yenta “Dear Yenta, I’m looking for a good spinning studio in the Hollywood area. Any suggestions? Hey, check out these top spots for spinning in […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, Where can I find the best gelato that has multiple dairy free options, especially CHOCOLATE sorbet?” Great question especially since Sunday is National Ice Cream Day!!! For full dairy ice cream lovers – head over to Milk on Beverly to celebrate. Just say the secret phrase… “I scream, you […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, I need to get a serious corporate-style head shot done for my new boss – need someone in the BH area if possible.  Any suggestions?” Absolutely!  Here’s a couple studios that do super work! http://www.jonahlight.com/portfolio.asp?i=y http://www.fotostudiola.com/   “Dear Yenta, I’m looking for cute personalized gifts for a newborn and […]

Ask the Yenta “Dear Yenta, can you suggest a good “threading” place? Long story short: I have lots of blond hair on my face – so laser is out, and waxing makes me break out – so I want to try threading because a friend suggested it, but I have no idea where to go? […]

Ask the Yenta “Dear Yenta, Help! I need Father’s Day gift ideas?” Oh – you have sooo come to the right Yenta!!  Here are some fab ideas for dad – and see my “addition to the Y list” (below) on where to find THE BEST men’s ties. The Shave of Beverly Hills Special for Father’s […]

Ask the Yenta “Dear Yenta, I’m looking for a chiropractor/wellness center that has weekend hours – any suggestions?” Hope this helps – wherever you are, your back will be covered!!! West LA Chiropractic With offices in both Westwood and at Olympic/Sawtelle, they have Saturday hours for Chiro, Massage and Acupuncture Chiropractic Center of Los Angeles […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, I have a hand-woven rug – very expensive – and I need to get it cleaned. Where do I go?   Bobcat Carpet and Fabric Care – They will come to you, pick up your rug, hand-clean it, and return it. They do an excellent job! “Dear Yenta, I’m […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta – I was wondering if you could recommend a good exercise boot camp near the Grove. A friend of mine is doing one in Sherman Oaks and it’s inspired me to do one myself?” Hey, here’s a worthwhile spot right inside Pan Pacific Park, which is just next to […]

Ask the Yenta   “Dear Yenta, I’m having a hard time finding a cool leather belt – you know, something substantial, good looking, big buckle…any Suggestions?   I love the belts from Lucky Brand.  They’re thick, substantial and you know it will last a long time (ok, this sounds a little dirty – but it’s […]

Ask the Yenta   “Hi Yenta, If you go to a small hair salon and the owner does your hair, do you give her a tip? I went to a new salon and had my hair blown dry by the owner. I paid the fee, but didn’t know what to do about a tip. What […]