@cafewildmb is Manhattan Beach’s go-to brunch restaurant!
Enjoy casual dining in a beach atmosphere and outdoor seating! Great food, friendly service and just 2 blocks from the beach! 🏝
They are open every day for Breakfast & Lunch.
The best part? They are dog-friendly and even have a dog menu!! 🐶
Pop in soon for a breakfast burrito, fluffy pancakes, or mimosa. 🍊 🥂 Pictured is one of their breakfast options and a power bowl.
Only in Los Angeles can you work out with your favorite hockey team on a Saturday morning. 🏒 @lakings
Toyota Sports Performance Center, located in El Segundo, is a major ice skating and hockey training facility that serves as the official practice rink for the NHL’s Los Angeles Kings.
It features three ice sheets, offering public skating, figure skating, and hockey programs for all ages and skill levels, as well as off-ice training, a pro shop, and a cafe.
The center is a year-round hub for both recreational and elite athletes, hosting leagues, lessons, and camps.
I was recently asked why many condos are taking longer to sell in today’s market. While factors like higher HOA dues, rising insurance costs, financing challenges, and changing buyer preferences can impact demand, that doesn’t mean condos aren’t a great investment.
For many buyers, condos still offer an incredible opportunity for homeownership, affordability, and lifestyle. The key is understanding whether a condo is the right fit for YOUR goals.
Thinking about buying or selling a condo and not sure where to start? Let’s chat.
In a city full of iconic hikes, the “Wisdom Tree” trail is one of those hidden gems that truly captures the spirit of L.A.
Located on Burbank Peak in the Hollywood Hills, just west of the Hollywood Sign, this short but steep hike offers panoramic views of both the San Fernando Valley and downtown Los Angeles. 🏔️
The summit is known for three things:
▪️ the lone pine tree 🌳
▪️ the notebook where hikers leave personal notes 📝
▪️ the giant American flag 🇺🇸
The Wisdom Tree became a symbol of resilience after reportedly surviving the 2007 Barham wildfire while much of the surrounding area burned.
Today, people leave prayers, dreams, and reflections beneath it. 📖
A few tips:
▪️ Go early morning or around sunset to avoid the heat.
▪️ Wear good shoes.
▪️ Parking can be tricky, so arrive early.
▪️ Bring water…there are no fountains on the trail.
Have you checked out @milkywayla? If not, you should!
This beloved kosher restaurant has been a local favorite for decades.
Bernie and Leah (Spielberg) Adler opened the doors to Milky Way in 1977.
Their vision was to offer elevated kosher cuisine to the Jewish community at a time when nothing like it existed in Los Angeles.
Leah also wanted to introduce bold, diverse flavors—bringing dishes inspired by Cajun, Mexican, and Thai cuisine to guests who had never experienced them before.
Not long after opening, it became clear that the main attraction wasn’t just the food… it was Leah herself.
With her vibrant personality, independent spirit, and unmistakable charm, she had a gift for making every guest feel like the most important person in the room. People came for the food, but they kept coming back for Leah.
Her memory and spirit continue to live on at Milky Way, woven into the food, the atmosphere, and the community it still brings together today.
Upon entering, you’ll be welcomed by the soft sound of piano music and surrounded by photos of Leah that beautifully honor her legacy.
The Terranea Discovery Trail is an interpretive trail along the blufftop, with a small pocket beach and tide pools (not wheelchair accessible) below Vicente Bluffs. 🏖
The trail features beautiful wildflowers and is suitable for all skill levels. 🚶♂️
The trail is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail, but must be kept on leash. 🐕
Just a hop, skip, and Polar Express ride away from Los Angeles.
Beautiful Los Rios in San Juan Capistrano is a must-visit this holiday season. 🚂 🫖
Pro Tip: lunch at @trevorsatthetracks.
𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗦 is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Rolling Hills Estates.
The unique community offers residents an enjoyable lifestyle that feels straight out of movies!
The Lanes, located in Palos Verdes is a popular and highly loved neighborhood with ranch-style homes. Many of the homes have horse stables and access to trails.
The small neighborhood is comprised of 3 popular streets
-Dapplegray Lane
-Sorrel Lane
-Buckskin Lane
From annual events, including a visit from the Easter bunny and Santa, to a Halloween parade- it is a dream place for children to live and grow in.
PERKS OF LIVING IN THE LANES:
GENERAL RULES FOR HOMEOWNERS IN THE LANES
Building plans must be presented to the architectural committee, which is part of the board.
•Homes must be painted white, but trims may have a contrasting color.
•Fences must be three-trail, to maintain the ranch-style feel.
•Bridle paths are deeded easements and may never be obstructed.
•No vehicle may go onto the trail at any time-- at any time, except for hay deliveries or an approved gardening project.
DAPPLEGRAY LANE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Dues pay for the maintenance of the trails, the maintenance of the front entrance, liability insurance, security cameras, the maintenance of our community center, and riding ring which encompasses approximately 3 acres.
It also funds the many events throughout each year.
Although, HOA dues are not enforced.
Every Monday, I will share a resident of the South Bay contributing to making our community a better place.
Today’s MCM title belongs to Steve Robles who jumped back into the ocean just six weeks after being attacked by a shark in hopes of teaching others not to let fear stop them from doing what they love.
Robles grew up in Redondo and Hermosa Beach and is currently residing in Lomita. At just six years old, he began to swim competitively after his older sister signed them up for a swimming team and continued until college.
Today, he likes to swim regularly in the morning with the masters group from 5:00am-6:30am. He goes to the pool about 3 days a week and for the past 3 years, on Saturday mornings, he swims with an open water group and swims from Hermosa pier to Manhattan pier
On July 5th, 2014, Robles was attacked by a shark when he was with 14 of the swimmers from his open water group. 10 of the swimmers were ahead of him by 30 seconds and didn't know what had happened until they were nearing the end of the swim. Three of the other swimmers were behind him by about 5-15 seconds. They were the first ones to rescue him from the encounter.
Robles says, “I did see the shark from underneath me. It was about 12 feet underneath me and then surfaced right in front of me.” However, he quickly realized it was too close to him at that moment and it bit him.
He says the bite held on him for five seconds while he grabbed its nose to pry it off. “I did think that it was one of my last moments so I had no time to be terrified and just had to fight with everything I had in me,” he says.
He had deep lacerations on his right torso area and a deep cut into his right thumb which cut into his artery. The bleeding from the artery didn't stop until about 3 hours later and he lost sensation to his thumb for about a month. He says his torso area still itches like a mosquito bite when he touches the scars, even to this day.
Fortunately, Robles recovered from the bite and was back in the ocean within six weeks. He says, “I felt it was important to get back in right away to overcome the experience and to let others know not to give up something they love doing because of one freak event.”
Others can see the reckless actions of the fisherman who agitated the shark on video. There are over 2 million hits of the actual event on YouTube, and can be found by simply typing in "Manhattan Beach Shark Attack"
Since the incident, Robles has continued to swim and is going to publicly speak about the shark attack on the Catalina Channel swim as a spiritual testimony. He says, “I want to share with people how God is always present and ready to provide his hand of protection on all of us. We in turn need to give our lives to following him. Once I experienced this miracle, I began to clearly understand I am here for a higher purpose!”
Steve continues to swim because he says it is one of the only things that keeps his body from feeling the process of aging. “I am 52 and I can clearly see that I don't move around like I once did at age 30,” he says.
This week Steve will be on a new TV show called, "To Tell the Truth.” It is a revised variety show from the 60's with a modern day twist and will air on ABC. There will be 3 celebrity panelist trying to determine who is the "real" shark attack survivor amongst 2 other impersonators. The sneak peek to the series begins Tuesday night at 8:00pm and his segment will air at 10:00 p.m.
You can also listen to his radio interview with the former mayor of Manhattan Beach on Monday June 13th from 1:00pm-2:00pm "Powell to the People" here. They will be discussing the multiple recent shark sightings along the coast and my encounter with the great white shark attack.
Despite the challenges Steve has faced, he is able to remain positive. Here Steve is in a costume he created for Halloween.
Thank you, Steve, for using your “freak event” as a way to bring positivity, change and hope to others.
*Photos have been given by Robles in addition to various downloaded from websites*
Every Wednesday, I will share a resident of the South Bay contributing to making our community a better place.
Today’s WCW title belongs to Lynn Aglipay who believes in sharing blessings and giving back to the community as much as possible.
Lynn was born and raised in the South Bay. She has come to believe that when you’re right where you should be, there’s a certainty to what you do. It’s no surprise she feels compelled to give back and works immensely hard to be able to do so.
Today, Lynn is involved in many charities, especially causes that help children. She is the founding and current Board of Director for the Asian Real Estate Association of America, South Bay Chapter (AREAA SB). She says the latter focuses on providing sustainable living for Asians in the South Bay. In addition, she is on the Board of Directors of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Association of Realtors (PVPAR) and Chairman of the Fundraising and Scholarship Committee supporting the Peninsula Education Foundation.
She also is the former Board of Director for Las Amigas de Las Loma and supporting Ortheapedic Institute for Children which provides orthopedic medical assistance to families who cannot afford care. She says, “Sitting on the board of directors for the Las Amigas de Las Lomas, an annual horse show with proceeds going to the hospital, has been one of the most fulfilling areas of my life.”
You’d imagine that she’d exhaust herself with all the committees and boards she manages, yet she also provides monthly dinners and the annual Christmas breakfast to the Toberman House, a community center in San Pedro that provides an after school program for kids.
Lynn believes she has always "given back." She says from the time she was in elementary school; she remembers being taught to give back. “I never thought what I was doing was anything out of the ordinary,” she says. When asked what inspires her to give back to the community, she simply says, “I really don't know...I just do it because it's fulfilling for me personally
For those seeking opportunity to also give back, Lynn says there are many ways to make a difference, whether it is working with philanthropic organizations to playing piano for an elderly neighbor. “It can be a financial contribution or it can be physical contribution, most importantly is that you are making a difference,” she says.
One of the most impactful moments for Lynn when giving back was when she was serving salad at the Toberman House. “When I began serving dinners at Toberman House, most kids didn't like or wouldn't want to eat salad. There was a little boy, who refused to even have it on his plate. I told him to just try it, he refused saying the teachers will make me eat everything on my plate and I don't like salad,” she says.
In hopes of convincing the young boy to eat something nutritious, Lynn told him that if he tried it, she would let the teachers know and he wouldn't have to finish it. She says he agreed to try it and he came back for seconds with a big grin. “That's right, the little boy who initially didn't want to eat salad,” she says.
She also remembers hosting a Christmas breakfast for needy families when Santa came and gave gifts to about 60 children. She says that unlike the rest of the families whose children were so excited to be unwrapping their gifts, she noticed a family of six who sat back and the kids just held onto their gifts. She asked one of the teachers why they weren't opening the gifts we had provided, and the teacher responded saying these were the only gifts the children will have so they’re saving it until Christmas. The moment impacted her greatly and she has never forgotten it.
When Lynn isn’t working or giving back to the community, she enjoys spending time her family and friends. She says that when and if she can get away, they are usually having tons of fun in Mammoth, fishing or skiing or relaxing in Palm Springs.
She loves to South Bay mostly for the lifestyle it allows. She appreciates being surrounded by beaches, views and tranquility. She feels it is important to give back to others because there are so many people in need and we need more compassion for one another.
Thank you, Lynn, for providing efforts to making our community a greater place.
“Giving back to community has been some of the most rewarding work I have ever done, and I look forward to further expand my contributions in the near future. As long as I can contribute and provide comfort for people, I know I am making a difference.”
– Lynn Aglipay
