On Instagram: @gigihop
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To guide us through Los Angeles, Judith Jones is our « green angel »: foodista, travelista, writer, TV Host and a contagious smile!
She shares all her insider global guides, travel tips, recipes and culinary adventures on her Blog, “The Gourmet Travelista”. You can also see her on Discovery and PBS, hosting travel show, Globe Trekker.
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Los Angeles, land of sea, sun and sustainable living! There is no better city to take advantage of LA’s local, organic and eco-friendly habits, so here’s a sneak peak into my 2 day guide on how you can enjoy being Green in LA.
FOOD SHOPPING
Farmers Market:
I love Wednesday mornings in my neighborhood of Santa Monica because of the weekly, bustling Santa Monica Farmer’s Market. Here you’ll find fresh, seasonal California produce, as well as beautiful flowers and freshly brewed coffee. If you arrive early, you’re likely to rub shoulders with some of the best chefs in the city.
Santa Monica Farmer’s Market: Arizona & 2nd St- Wed 8.30am-1.30pm
http://www.smgov.net/portals/farmersmarket
Erewhon Natural Foods Market:
From a Tonic & Smoothie bar to delicious, organic ready-made hot and cold food, you will find everything you can think of for your body and soul in this cute and trendy health food store.
7660 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
www.erewhonmarket.com
Wholefoods:
This place is heaven for the eco-conscious and health fanatic. Wholefoods is the mecca for all your nutritious grocery needs. Most Wholefoods around the city boast- a dried goods section filled with seeds, nuts and healthy granola’s, an organic fish section, an organic selection of meats, a fresh cheese bar, amongst vitamins, healthy snacks, organic fruits and vegetables galore. You’ll love it.
Several locations around the city
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com
EAT & DRINK
Café Gratitude:
A cool and creative vegan health hotspot, where every dish is named with uplifting exclamations: I love the “I am Humble” dish. Fantastic for fresh juices, smoothies, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
2 locations:
512 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
639 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004
http://cafegratitude.com
Local 1205:
I’m a huge fan of the Juice Counter at this casual Abbot Kinney hotspot. The organic smoothies and cold pressed juices are to die for!
1205 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-6663
local1205.com
blog.jchongstudio.com
Moon Juice
Moon Juice in hipster neighborhoods, Venice and Silverlake, is a must try for those looking for Juice cleanse packages and ridiculously nutritious combinations.
507 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
2839 W Sunset Blvd.
LA, CA 90026
moonjuiceshop.com
la.eater.com
Feed Body & Soul
Feed Body & Soul on Abbot Kinney, not only boasts an amazing sustainable, organic menu filled with fantastic Vegetable and Grain bowls, Proteins, Salads, Veggie dips and delicious organic cocktails, but the décor is also super stylish, trendy and inviting. Perfect for brunch, lunch and dinner.
1239 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90291
feedbodyandsoul.com
Axe
Sit at the outdoor patio on a sunny weekend and savor Axe’s wholesome, sustainable, organic and earth friendly dishes; like their Brown Rice and Vegetable Bowls, and home made soups. Good for brunch and dinner. Love this place!
1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
(310) 664-9787
axerestaurant.com
remodelista.com
Crossroads
This bustling Vegan, Mediterranean hotspot packs in the West Hollywood crowd for lunch and dinner with their small plates of local and seasonal vegetable based dishes, like Baby Kale and Artichoke dip, and Spaghetti Squash.
8284 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 782-9245
crossroadskitchen.com
Elf Café
Eastsider’s love their little hidden hipster gem, which is perfect for an evening glass of wine alongside creative vegetarian dishes, such as Tahini Avocado Puree and Moroccan Kale Salad.
2135 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Pace
Tucked away in leafy Laurel Canyon, Pace is warm, cozy and romantic, but more importantly, it serves a variety of sustainable organic wines, along alongside its local and seasonal menu.
2100 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 654-8583
peaceinthecanyon.com
Fairfax Flea Market:
You are guaranteed to find vintage and recycled gems at this huge Sunday Flea Market, packed full of LA’s stylish young and beautiful crowd. From vintage boots to 30’s dresses to shabby chic furniture, it has it all!
Fairfax High School
7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 655-7679
Reformation
Reformation is an environmentally sustainable fashion brand that repurposes vintage and surplus materials to create a chic limited edition collection. The collection is made locally in their LA studio and sold at fair prices. This is an awesome store for unique pieces!
8253 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 852-0005
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ACTIVITIES
Hiking & Surfing
We Angelenos are blessed with sun, sea and mountains. The best way to keep fit and healthy is to go for a hike with friends in one of the plentiful Canyons that LA has to offer. Walk your dog amongst the beautiful and fit at Runyon Canyon, or head west for incredible ocean and mountain views at Temescal Canyon.If you prefer the fresh ocean air to the mountains, then you must ride the waves, surfing in Malibu or Santa Monica.
On Instagram @gigihop
oceanup.com
Green Bliss Eco Spa
The owner goes to great pains to find eco-friendly products for their clients at this blissful spa. Everything is natural, good for the skin and earth friendly, from bamboo robes to their scrumptious treatments, and they even serve organic champagne and hors d’oeuvres for special occasions. A relaxing, eco-friendly day of pampering.
STAY
Venice Beach Eco Cottages
Bypass the hotels and instead opt for the green alternative. Live like a local at the cozy Venice Beach Eco-cottages. Eco designer, Kelly LaPlante, installed Eco-conscious materials, like a hot tub made of recycled plastic milk jugs, used reclaimed wood furniture, and low VOC paint, as well as displaying local artwork. And only 4 blocks from the ocean! They even donate 3% of their proceeds to charity.
447 Grand Blvd. Venice, CA 90291
(866) 802-3110
www.venicebeachecocottages.com
On Instragram @gigihop
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