My Trip To The Wolf Mountain Sanctuary

I've always had a fascination with wolves and dreamed about petting them one day!!! Finding out about the Wolf Mountain Sanctuary was an amazing opportunity to make my dream a reality!  I had such a great experience at the Wolf Mountain Sanctuary located in Lucerne Valley, CA.  The staff was friendly and the wolves were well taken care of. If you love animals as much as I do,  you should visit the Wolf Mountain Sanctuary.  The staff takes you around and introduces you to each wolf and educates you on each of their backgrounds. The best part of the visit is when you get a chance to feed and pet the wolves. Their mission is to save wolves, they are a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Even if you don't have a chance to visit you can donate to help save the lives of these beautiful, misunderstood and endangered creatures.

25 Degrees

NUMBER TWO 

roasted tomato / burrata / crispy prosciutto / pesto

FRENCH FRIES AND SWEET POTATO FRIES MIX

I've been to the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel numerous times, but I have never been to 25 Degrees and I am not sure why because it's amazing! I was really excited about trying their burgers, since I myself am a burger lover.  25 Degrees was named one of LA's best burger joints, so I knew I was in for a treat.  

The waiter suggested I try one of signature burgers, so I decided to try the "Number Two," which consisted of  roasted tomatoes, burratta, crispy prosciutto and pesto sauce and a side of fries with a mixture of regular and sweet potato fries. When my burger arrived I was in shock of how big it was. Everything about this burger was delicious it was very juicy cooked to perfection  the way I like my burgers,  medium rare.  I thought the pesto and prosciutto would be over bearing, but it wasn't all the flavors were a perfect combination. This was probably one of the best burgers I have had in Los Angeles. Let's not forget about the fries! The fries were cooked to perfection not too crispy and not over salted. 

The next time I'm in Hollywood and craving a great burger, 25 Degrees will be my first choice!

DIY Succulent Box Garden

Ever wonder what to do with your old Birchbox? Here's a great DIY project I think is perfect for all those Birchboxes in your room. It's not only cute, but it's also very simple.

Tools needed:
1- Old Birchbox
Wax paper
Scissors
Succulents

Step 1: Start by picking your favorite patterned Birchbox or you can paint the entire bottom, if you're feeling super crafty. It's a good idea to paint two or three layers to ensure the color stays. 

Step 2: If painting the bottom make sure the box is completely dry, line the box interior with wax paper. The wax paper protects the interior of the box from water damage. 

Step 3: Take your succulents out of their original containers and place them into the box, use dirt from the containers to fill in any empty space.

Step 4: Enjoy! I plan on putting mine on my desk at work. 

MICHELADA RUMBLE

I'll be juding the Michelada contest at the Michelada Rumble on Saturday, October 24th!! I'm pretty excited about this, so come out and have a drink with me. 

 

DONT MISS THE MICHELADA RUMBLE! Saturday October 24th at the Santa Anita Race Track!!

THE LAST EVENT SOLD OUT! 

LIVE MUSIC/ CAR SHOW / ART SHOW/

COME BET ON THE PONIES AND SAMPLE YOUR FAVORT MICHELADA MIXES

KROQ'S DJ JEREMIAH RED WILL BE SPINING ALL THE CLASSIC JAMS!

IF YOU MISSED THE LAST EVENT DO NOT MISS THIS ONE! 

IF YOU WENT LAST TIME! THIS ONE WILL BE EVEN BETTER!

Tickets $10 / $30 VIP includes 2 drink tickets.

 

By your tickets know at the link below: 

http://www.santaanita.com/events/michelada-rumble

 

Shake Shack

I had Shake Shack for the first time this weekend in Chicago and it was amazing!!! I've heard so much about it and I had to make a stop. 

Honestly, I think it's better than In N Out and I love In N Out. Everything tasted so fresh from the shake to the fries. One bite of the cheeseburger and I was in love! The meat was medium rare, juicy and extremely flavorful.  The fries were nice, crispy, not soggy and not too salty. I'm a huge burger fanatic and I must say,  I can't wait until they build a Shake Shack in Los Angeles. 

The next time you visit the East Coast check to see if there's a Shake Shack nearby! You won't regret it. 

List Of Vegan Bags & Shoes For The Animal Lover

I'm trying to stay away from buying leather, so I found a list that's been really helpful and hopefully all you guys find it helpful too!

Shop Vegan Tote Bag here

Vegan Friendly Bag Lines

Deux Lux
Reveal
Matt & Nat 
Melie Bianco
Rozcoo 
CrystalynKae 
Susan Nichole
Queen Bee
Sparrow
Eena Maria
Murval
Amy Kathryn
Hyde SK
Big Buddha
Timbuk2
ReLoad Bags 
Schandra handbags
Paz 
Passchal 
Redhanded Bags 
Stella McCartney
Sarah Donegan
LeSportsSac
Kling
Cherry Berry
Ro & Co 
GG2G
Pansy Maiden
Jill Milan
Dungaree Dolly’s
Gunas
Viva Zapata
Las Focas
Collina Strada 
Cornelia Guest
Follie Follie
Malia Designs
Betsey Johnson 
Angela Roi
Heather Belle
Timi & Leslie
The Underground Chic
Cykochik
Hipsters For Sisters

Vegan Friendly Shoe Lines

Cri De Coeur 
OlsenHaus 
Noah 
Mink Shoes
Beyond Skin
Charmone
Bourgeois Boheme 
Mohop
Stella McCartney 
Milk And Honey Shoes 
Novacas 
Neuaura Shoes
Form And Fauna
Melissa Plastic Dreams
Manimals 
Blowfish
Bensimon 
No Harm
Macbeth 
Okabashi
Simple 
Blackspot 
Keep 
Ospop
Unstitched Utilities 
Toms 
Terra Plana 
SoftStar Shoes 
Supra Footwear 
Klub Nico
Krze Studio 
Hooves 
Tieks 
Blake Brody
Irregular Choice
Keep Company
Jeffrey Campbell 
Bernie Miev 
Wills London 
Fayvel 

Cruelty Free Beauty Brands

I made a list for all those animal lovers who want to buy products that DO NOT test on animals!!! I hope this helps. You can also view the full list here.

100% Pure
A Perfume Organic
Aesop
Afterglow Cosmetics
AHAVA
Alba Botanica
Anastasia Beverly Hills
Ardell International
Aubrey Organics
Avalon Organics
Aveda (Estee Lauder)
Bare Escentuals
Barefaced Mineral Cosmetics
Barry M
Bath & Body Works
Becca Cosmetics
Blinc
Bonne Bell
Boots (no.7)
Burt's Bees
Butter London
Catrice
CO Bigelow
Carol's Daughter
Crabtree & Evelyn
Deborah Lippmann
Dermalogica
Dr. Brandt
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Dr. Hauschka
Duwop Cosmetics
EcoTools Cosmetic Brushes
ELF Cosmetics
Everyday Minerals
Eyeko
FACE Atelier
Flower Beauty
GOSH Cosmetics
Hard Candy
Henri Bendel
Hourglass Cosmetics
Illamasqua
JANE Cosmetics
Jane Iredale
John Frieda
John Masters Organics
Josie Maran Cosmetics
Juice Beauty
Julep
Jurlique
Kevin Murphy
KMS California
Kora Organics
Kryolan Professional Cosmetics
LA Girls
LA Minerals
LA Splash
Lavanila
Lipstick Queen
Logona
Lorac Cosmetics
LUSH
Manic Panic
Me! Bath
Milani
Mirenesse
Model's Own
Murad
NARS Cosmetics
New Look Cosmetics
NYX
OCC
One Love Organics
Organix Hair
Original Sprout
Oscar Blandi
Pacifica Perfume
Paula's Choice
Paul Mitchell
Physician's Formula
Pur Minerals
Renee Rouleau Skincare
Sigma Beauty
Smashbox Cosmetics
Sally Hansen
Soap & Glory
Sonia Kashuk
Stilla Cosmetics
Sugarpill Cosmetics
St. Ives
Suki
Tallulah Jane Natural Perfumes
Tarte Cosmetics
Tata Harper Skincare
theBalm
The Body Shop
The Honest Company
TOM Organic
Too Faced Cosmetics
Trish McEvoy
Tsi-La Organics
Urban Decay
Victoria's Secret
W3LL People
Weleda
Wet n Wild
Yes to Carrots