Jan 2, 2016

Starting off the New Year in style with a visit to my favorite nail specialist. Christine Luong has been doing SFV Granny’s nails for several years. My job is very hard on my nails. Christine’s developed a technique for me that lasts for weeks. And they still look good regardless of all the stuff I deal with! Christine escaped with her family from...

Dec 10, 2015

This little restaurant at the top of Tujunga is currently SFV Papa’s favorite place for chili rellenos. It’s the dish he orders at any Mexican restaurant, and makes or breaks it as far as he’s concerned. SFV Granny goes by the beans. The shredded pork tacos are Great-Granny’s favorite.  So we’ve been back a few times now. Yum!...

Aug 29, 2015

Daughter Lauren and I were toodling across the southern part of the Valley, feeling like a sweet treat was much needed. We stopped by a new (to us) Lyoness Loyalty Merchant, a specialty bakery. Ooh, yummers! Owner Marianne specializes in very artsy, delicious creations for corporate and business events. But she’s got sweet treats on hand for hungry...