Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Recommended: El Chato Taco Truck

The Marks: Mark Marcelo x Mark Villa and I made a stop at the famous El Chato taco truck for dinner the other night. Supposedly its the best taco truck that you'll find in the Mid-Wilshire area and anywhere west of it. LA Weekly named the El Chato Taco Truck as one of the "Top 10: Late-Night Grub for Nocturnal Foodies."

El Chato Taco Truck
La Brea & Olympic
Los Angeles, CA 90019



We got 3 burritos for under $15!
The Carne Asada Burrito. It was different that my usual San Diego style burrito because it didn't have sour cream or guacamole, but it was just as delicious. It had a more authentic taste.
Its another recommended spot to hit up when your'e in LA!

Just in case you missed it...

Because I did too! Here's another amazing performance by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys at the 2009 AMA's. Damn, I love Alicia Keys! She's classic!



I was kinda sad that Lil' Momma didn't crash the stage... NOT! HAHA

Recommended: The Village Idiot

I headed out to the Village Idiot on Melrose last week for a brainstorming meeting with the Playmore Group. Thanks to Dean (owner) for taking care of us.

The Village Idiot
7383 Melrose Aveune
Los Angeles, CA 90046
323.655.3331

The Village Idiot is one of those spots people can go to any time of the day for good food, good drinks, and a good atmosphere.
Starters:
+ Mezze plate - grilled flatbread, spiced hummus, smoked eggplant, toasted pine nuts, cilantro - $10
+ Crispy pork belly, wilted greens, pickled apple - $9
+ Warm chorizo stuffed bacon wrapped dates, roasted pepper tomato sauce - $8
+ Pub burger, balsamic onion relish, frieds - $12 + fried egg - $2... So good!
Ben (Clae) got the oak-grilled pork sausage, caramelized onions, yukon mash, with red wine sauce - $13... Emphasis on the pork sausage because there were two! Oh Ben! HAHA
Jerry Meng (3 Steps Ahead) x DJ Ia x Doug Wu (Collective)
Productive meeting... Time to make it happen!

Afterwards I headed back to Mark Marcelo's place to finish the rest of my 26 page paper. Once I finally finished, I was fiending for a drink so I decided to head over to Kiss Lounge for Jenilee (LOHS) and Neran (Diamond) for their weekly Monday 90s party.

TK x Jenilee x Nick Diamond
Neran (right) and his friend were both out reppin' DC!
I went to Kitchen 24 afterwards with Kristen Brockman and Jenilee. Did you know both of them were both "Deal or No Deal" girls?
I ran into a Quest Crew and Stay Fresh who were coming from Wally's (Orisue) birthday bash at Crimson. Good seeing you guys...

Time to end the night with an After School Special! I think they should start sponsoring me! HAHA

Monday, November 23, 2009

Day 4: Back to Cali

[Sunday, November 15th] Everyone meet up in my room Sunday afternoon after they checked out so we could enjoy our last supper together in Sin City. Since people were still drunk from Jet, we decided to get pho at Pho Tai Long. Shit was amazingly delicious!

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Time to roll out... Why does Mink and Mark looked booed up in this photo? HAHA
That's a lot of luggage!
OMG! This was seriously the best tasting pho I've ever had. It was the perfect compliment after a long night of partying!
This picture makes me so hungry...
Why does Edric look so funny in this picture?
Time to say farewell to Vegas and head back to Southern Cali!
I think Hannah's been getting too much attention as my assistant... HAHA! 143!
Before we left we caught the second half of the Chargers vs. Eagles game. Go Bolts!!!
Chach, Ray, Rygar, and I also decided to do some last minute betting and all came up $100! Let it ride! It was the perfect way to end an awesome trip!
I love this photo of the new Louis Vuitton store in Las Vegas! Good bye Las Vegas...
On our way back we all made a pit stop at In N' Out in Barstow. Apparently everyone from San Diego was also making a stop there to because we ran into hella folks.
143!
Thanks again to Hvyrsnl, Usual Suspects LA, 21XL, and everyone else that came out to all of our events that weekend. I love my Victory Nightlife family & friends! I can't wait for Mayweather vs. Pacquaio weekend... Its gonna be even crazier!

This was probably the most sober I've ever been in Vegas, but it was also one of the most productive trips I've had. I had an awesome time and I got an opportunity to connect with lots of different people... Can't wait until the next trip back to Vegas! 143!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Day 3 pt. II: Jet at Mirage with USLA x 21XL x Hvyrsnl

[Saturday, November 14th] Victory Nightlife, Usual Suspects, 21XL, and Hvyrsnl hosted the Pacquaio After Party at Jet Nightclub at Mirage. It was another jam packed event...

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Shout to Carla aka DJ CLA for taking care of all of our DJs and of course bringing all your beautiful friends.
DJ Jonh Magic (USLA) x Justyle (21XL) x CLA x Mark Marcelo (Victory)
Kat (NYR) x Kris (Formality) and other SD folks!
The line was already ridiculous by 10:30pm... But at least it was free before midnight!
Aww... You guys are cute!
DJ Mark Marcelo seriously killed it with all the throwback 90s Hip-Hop and R&B! Proud!
LA fam in the VIP area!
Tracy Nova! =)
If you come out to Vegas, make sure you hit up DJ CLA because she'll take care of you!
So cute... Abel x Ibay (USLA) x Jackie (DBR)! HAHA
Victory x Mindz Alike x Wildboyz
The 21XL family: Jan x Joey x Vince x Janice x Myron x Indo (Muse LA)
I worked the door for a while but it was seriously just too crazy out there!
The main room at Jet was packed but...
Our side room was the place to be! All of our DJs were killin' it!
Rock It Danger aka Jan (21XL) with DJ CLA on the decks!
Monique May x Talia Sunset
DJ Rygar (600 Inc) is in the building!
Usual Suspects x 21XL x Victory x Hvyrnsl
Jenny x Mark Marcelo x Rhoda
Tiff x TK
Crooks & Castles came through poppin' bottles in the VIP.
Arsen (Hall of Fame) x Emil (Crooks)
The view from the VIP area behind the DJ booth... Shit was packed!
Zoo Crew: Mink x Talia x TK
I love Mark Marcelo! No homo...
Shout out to the Mindz Alike DJs for holding it down in Las Vegas: Julz x edROC x Mark Marcelo... Don't feel left out Kev! We still love you even though you're posing really awkwardly in this photo! HAHA
It was off to Grand Lux afterwards for some late night dinning! Holla at the chicken pasta... So good!
Fun times... But I had to leave early to go save a friend! HAHA
To be continued...