Mar Vista’s own Venice Grind is so famous!

There I was, strolling though Whole Foods West LA the other day, when what did I see? Soaptopia products for sale!

Whole Foods West LA, 11666 National Blvd., LA 90064

Chef Amanda Cushman, a Mar Vista resident, has teamed up with Leonora Di Mauro of Italy In Style to create a trip to Italy that’s right out of foodie heaven!

Nine days and eight nights in Sicily, taking cooking classes, tasting wines and pastries and eating gourmet meals galore! From Palermo to Taormina, Sicily’s cuisine will be yours for the tasting – with Chef Amanda as your guide.

Wish I could go! If you’re interested in more information about this gourmet trip to Sicily, please call (310) 230-5256.

{Photos of Italy courtesy of Italy In Style.}

Have you checked out the new patio at Whole Foods West LA? Gorgeous! And getting even better – check it out when you have a chance. It’s a lovely spot to hang out.

Whole Foods West LA, 11666 National Blvd., LA 90064

Bring in a purse to donate and get 15% off your purchase at Silverlining Boutique. Such a deal!

Silverlining, 12095 Washington Blvd., Mar Vista 90066

Salads Undressed!  Tomorrow, Thursday May 19th at 6:30pm at Whole Foods Market West Los Angeles come meet Whole Foods Market Regional chef Derek Harrison. He’ll share some Whole Foods recipe secrets and show you how to make Fresh Seasonal salad dressings and pair them with the PERFECT salad ingredients!  Just in time for your Summer Slim down!  This class is FREE! Plus, participants will receive a gift…

Whole Foods West LA, 11666 National Blvd., Mar Vista 90064

Mar Vista’s own Jean Roth, owner and founder of Rotem Designs, was recently featured in Martha Stewart’s Dreamers Into Doers!

She blogged about it, too!

Whole Foods West LA had a Grand Re-Opening ceremony this morning, complete with Councilman Bill Rosendahl breaking bread with us, after having extensively remodeled their Cafe area. It’s Fabulous! You must come see! (And eat.)

The sign says so.

Silver Lining Boutique, 12095 Washington Blvd., Mar Vista 90066 (310) 751-1483