I hadn’t been back to Los Angeles in more than 10 years, my mom more than 30.
We had a lot of catching up to do!
We didn’t really have any plans — except to eat and visit my sister, who lives in Ventura. But everything in between — the sights, the shops, the bakeries — we left up to chance. Well, and Google Maps.
I booked a bed and breakfast spot in the remote Topanga Canyon online and decided to visit my sister on the first full day we were in town. After that, it was up to our smartphones!
Here’s what the drive from Topanga to Ventura looked like, with scenes from Santa Barbara to come later:
Off we go!
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Hi Cat! Love your drive to Ventura. Leo Carrillo was my favorite cowboy in the 50’s The Cisco Kid! Takes me back to the good old days. Strawberries are my favorite!
I didn’t realize how involved Leo Carrillo was in conversation in California!
Hello Cat,
I never been to LA.
You’re kidding, right?!?!?!
I’ve heard such mixed reviews about IN-N-Out, I can’t wait to eventually try it for myself! It looks good. Also I love Airbnb, it’s so convenient and you can get such good deals. Too bad it’s not allowed in NYC!
In-N-Out is a good burger, no doubt. But there are probably better burgers — for a higher price. Five Guys is great, too. So is Umami — but you’ll spend $12 to $15 on one. I think for a decent burger, made fresh and to order, you can’t go wrong with In-N-Out.