Brunch at Cortez

Heard great things about this new restaurant, owned by Marta Teegen and Robert Stelzner, and had to stop by to check it out.  The restaurant decor is simple and cozy, I love that the owners decided on having just two long communal tables and a bar.  Miss V thought their chandelier was cool looking.

Miss V and I ordered three things – Chorizo with Egg, Merguez Sausage Flatbread with Yogurt Sauce and Persimmon Pudding.  All were very good, but Miss V highly recommended the pudding.

Cortez
1356 Allison Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90026
tel: 213-481-8015

The Fat Cow Restaurant

Gordon Ramsay opened a new restaurant at The Grove called, The Fat Cow – think comfort British food.  My friend, Lauryl, and I met up for lunch there and we both agreed we’ll return for more (especially the Lobster Mac-n-Cheese!).  We ordered Salted Caramel Milkshake, Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Fish & Chips and Shepherd’s Pie; everything turned out great!  Love that the restaurant is right next to the theater, makes it easy to grab a bite before and/or after the movie.

The Fat Cow
189 The Grove Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Tel: 323-965-1020

*image source: by Bonnie Tsang with Canon 5D and 50mm lens // processed with VSCO FILM

September 2012

September turned out to be one of my busiest months – 1) shot my last two weddings of the year, 2) first time to Chicago, 3) catalog shoot with The Land of Nod, 4) commercial shoots and… 5) helping my little 3rd grader with math (yikes!).  While the past month was challenging, both mentally and physically, I wouldn’t change a thing because I feel so fulfilled.

*image source: by Bonnie Tsang with iPhone, processed with VSCO FILM’s vscocam app and posted on Instagram

Pre-Order / Grace: A Memoir

Here’s a book I’ve pre-ordered, Grace: A Memoir by Grace Coddington.  I admire her!

*available at Random House and Amazon

Metallics

Love these Fall season accessories with metallic that are not over the top.

*3.1 Phillip Lim Axial patchwork clutch and Imoni fish scale gloves are available at Farfetch.

August 2012

With my little girl back to school and I had to travel for work, August was a month of “living in consciousness” – work hard, but always remember to be there for my family and for myself.

*image source: by Bonnie Tsang with iPhone, processed with VSCO FILM’s vscocam app and posted on Instagram

For My Family/Living Room

I’ve been going through a lot of transformations the past year or so, mainly just trying to figure out who I really am.  I love looking at pretty things, the problem with that though is I can never settle on one style.  Of course, if you’re patient enough, time will reveal what works for you and what doesn’t.  Luckily, things are getting clearer and clearer to me recently and I’ve never felt so connected.  I love minimal things, but also something dramatic; down to earth, but also luxurious.  So much conflicts, but when I found the middle point everything just makes sense.

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Charity Campaign with Juicy Couture

Pinning for a good cause – I’m joining Juicy Couture,  along with Alexandra Evjen,  Amy Sia and Erin Hiemstra, to host a Pinterest board dedicating to women that inspire us.  The charity campaign is for Step Up Women’s Network, a nonprofit organization that empowers underprivileged teen girls through mentorship and after-school programs.  Every time you Pin or Tweet with the hashtag #GirlsKickAss and @juicycouture together, $1 goes to Step Up Women’s Network.  We have from now through September 30th to send out our Pins and Tweets to help raise money, so hurry!

*Be sure to watch the Karlie Kloss video.  “Not only do we share the brand’s ideals of empowerment and confidence, but we also recognize the innovative spirit of the video and are thrilled to be a part of the brand’s first foray into film,” Step Up CEO Jenni Luke said in a statement.