by Editor | May 2, 2018 | @abbotkinney1st 10 Years, 1st Fridays Abbot Kinney, Abbot Kinney 1st Fridays, Culver City, Venice
@AbbotKinney1st Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting the Community that loves First Fridays!
Plus coverage of Venice Community Events, Silicon Beach, Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, West LA & more Food Truck Events!
Food Truck Lineup on Abbot Kinney
Venice Bl – California
Chinese Fusion
Cravin’ Crab Cakes
Dreamy Creations
Frach’s Fried Ice Cream
Steamy Bun Truck
Word Of Mouth Truck
Celebrate the End of a Long School Year!
Our VIP Club Members Get Exclusive Rewards!
Food Trucks (rewards at all locations, not just #abbotkinney1st)
Made in Brooklyn NY Pizza (MIB Pizza)
Buy 2 slices get a FREE can of soda!
Dogtown Dogs
Purchase 2 dogs get FREE small tot!
Get Promo Code
Food Trucks cont’d: Whether you call it Abbot Kinney First Fridays, Venice First Fridays, Abbot Kinney First Friday, @abbotkinney1st, 1st Fridays or Food Truck Friday!
California – Santa Clara
Belly BombZ
Chuck Wagon
Crepes Bonaparte
Epikurian Truck
Food Travelers
Mad Dumplings
Mess Hall Canteen
Mexican Chuck Wagon Fusion
Okamoto Kitchen
Phillyfornia
Pinch of Flavor Truck
Rolln Lobster
Smhokin Pot
Thai-Mex Cocina
The Panzerotti Truck
Santa Clara – San Juan
Chunk-n-Chip
Sanook Soi 38
Ridges Churro Bar
Lindo Taco
Wow’s Wings on Wheels
Palms Ave
(side street close to Venice Bl)
Goshen Cuisine
Love Bird
Pickles & Peas
Roni Macaroni
Prince of Venice
The Pudding Truck
The Brig Parking Lot
(private lot close to Venice Bl)
Updated May 3, 2018
Open til 11pm
Dogtown Dogs (VIP Members Get a Freebie- scroll up for deets)
Baby’s Badass Burgers
Coolhaus
Cousin’s Maine Lobster
Falasophy
Kogi BBQ
The Original Grilled Cheese Truck
South Philly Experience
Vivace
Wise Barbeque Truck
More Events on First Fridays:
Venice Art Crawl
Join Venice Eclectic, a magical benefit event themed to honor Venice’s eclectic community of artists performers and supporters of the art. Just off of Abbot Kinney at the historic Lantern House, a place full of colorful art and history. Delectable food, open bar.
May 4, 7-10 pm, Tickets: $125
745 Milwood Ave, Venice 90291
VAC Art Benefit Tickets >
Affair of the Arts, Culver City
Free festival with a ton of artists exhibiting, plus live painting, live music & more in downtown Culver City.
May 4, 5 and 6.
9400 Culver Bl at Main Street,
Culver City 90232
Art Festival Info >
by Editor | Mar 30, 2018 | Culver City, Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice, Westside
If you’re in Los Angeles during Spring Break, it’s time to experience the great outdoors! Surf, swim, chill on the beach, people watch on the pier & more!
Venice Beach & Boardwalk
This is the place to be – there’s something for everyone here and mos’ def something interesting to see. The Boardwalk, aka Oceanfront Walk, has fun shops (touristy but fun); there are
skateboard and surfboard rentals at Jay’s, plus eclectic stands with clothes, jewelry, etc. Walk north from Windward Ave and you’ll hit up more shops, cafes, and restaurants!
Zelda’s Corner Cafe is a great spot to grab a ginormous, tasty sandwich (vegan and gluten-free options) on Westminster Ave (2 blocks north of Windward) and take it to the beach. Groundwork Coffee is there too for those needing caffeine with some great brew.
Santa Monica
Live up your spring break at the Santa Monica Pier! Are roller coasters and arcade games not your thing? No problem! Just walk a few blocks up and hit up the Third Street Promenade where you’ll find stores like Urban Outfitters, Brandy Melville, PacSun, Forever 21, and so many more!
Japanese Garden – West LA
This hidden gem of tranquility and beauty is located near UCLA. The garden is peaceful and quiet. It features a small waterfall, several footbridges over the fish pond plus bamboo trees and flowers. Drive on Wilshire and turn at Bonsall Av and park past the baseball field parking (while you see signs for a Vet’s garden at the lot, this is NOT the Japanese garden.) Walk back on the road you drove on to get to the parking lot and turn right on Bonsall, walking alongside the edge of the baseball field where you see multiple staircases and walk up the hill. There are signs for the garden and a 9 hole golf course.
11301 Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90073 (Note the garden is not actually on Wilshire, this is where you enter the VA property)
Temescal Canyon
Just a short distance away from Pacific Palisades on Sunset at Temescal Canyon Dr, you can explore the multiple hiking paths Temescal Canyon has to offer! Is sweating not your thing? We hear you! Pack up your picnic basket and enjoy the green scenery! Park for free on Sunset or park in a paid lot.
Malibu Lagoon & Fishing Pier
While Malibu isn’t technically the Westside it’s close enough for us! If you want a beautiful drive on PCH with the top down, Malibu is the place to do it! Explore The Malibu Lagoon, a bird sanctuary, with a path leading to the beach, where it’s a short walk to the Malibu Fishing Pier. After that catch a few waves, whether it’s surfing, boarding or swimming! Parking is available at a pay lot by the lagoon or free spaces on PCH.
Text by Janet Gervers & Christian Nicole
Photos by Janet Gervers (except as noted)
Need a Space to Work? Try this for FREE!
Yup, some of us are working during Spring Break, so it might as well be in a spot that’s nice and affordable with good coffee and company! AKFF has found the place to be is CulverWorks – that’s where our office is located. The community here is supportive and fun!
Tuesdays are FREE days between 9am – 5pm. You must RSVP on the Culver Works Meetup page. Say that AKFF sent you!
PS- Our AKFF VIP Club Members get a Sweet Deal on CulverWorks! Check it out!
by Editor | Mar 14, 2018 | Venice
We know that Spring Break is around the corner, so we took it upon ourselves to give you a list of some of our favorite places and events to check out!
Photo Courtesy of VeniceBikePath.com
Jay’s Rentals
What better way to spend Spring Break in Venice! Hit up Jay’s Rentals to find your ride into the Venice sunset and explore the boardwalk. From bicycles to roller blades, Jay’s got it!
1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA
Photo courtesy of Gilt.com
Malibu Wine Safari
Explore the scenic landscapes of Malibu with a glass of wine and a giraffe friend along the way. Malibu Wine Safaris is the perfect activity for a quick getaway!
32111 Mulholland Hwy, Malibu, CA
Explore Malibu Safari
Photo courtesy of HappeningInHighlandPark.com
Highland Park Food Truck Tuesdays
Missin’ AKKF? Need your food truck fix during the weekday? We hear ya! Catch a line up of food trucks in Highland Park every Tuesday from 5pm-9pm.
6338 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
Food Truck Tuesdays Info
Photo Courtesy of eventbrite.com
Raging Runways Festival Fashion Show
Get your hands on ready-to-wear clothing/accessories directly from the runway and party all night with complimentary sparkling wine and gourmet food trucks, March 24th & 25th!
4505 Glencoe Ave, Marina Del Rey, CA
Raging Runways Fashion Show Tix
Photo courtesy of lacslife.com
LA Beer Fest 2018
Drink, eat, play at the 10th annual LA Beer Fest happening in the heart of Downtown LA on April 7th! See, you don’t have to go far for spring break! Get your tickets fast!
450 South Bixel Street, Los Angeles, CA
LA Beer Fest 2018 Tickets
Photo courtesy of eventbrite.com
Bender “SkyFlow” Spring Festival
Drake themed yoga class, need I say more? No? Ok good! April 7th, get your rooftop yoga on with Skyflow in DTLA, then a bite to eat at the various food trucks at the festival! Once you’re done, grab a couple of drinks and enjoy the sunset across the DTLA skyline.
777 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA
Bender Skyflow Spring Festival Registration
Photo Courtesy of la.racked.com
Rose Bowl Flea Market
Looking for a casual Sunday fun day? The Rose Bowl Flea Market is the perfect event for you! Snag the cutest and unique array of crafts, apparel, antiques & other goods from hundreds of vendors, April 8th!
1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA
Food truck events in Los Angeles on a regular basis :
Santa Monica, Miracle Mile, Venice, #Dtla, West LA, #Noho.
by Editor | Jan 19, 2018 | Culver City, Venice
CulverWorks
Looking for office space? Check out CulverWorks! CulverWorks offers a convenient coworking space for freelancers and independent professionals. Need a conference room for an important meeting? No problem! CulverWorks has it covered.
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 5 Day Passes $75, Save $50
Posh Organic Nails
Treat yourself to the best nails shop down Lincoln Blvd! With over 500 gel colors you’ll never be limited ever again. Your nails are guaranteed to catch some eyes!
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 10% off of $20 or more!
Spa Del Rey
Spa Del Rey’s mission statement is easy: “Organic and Vegan products and treatments to renew your state of well-being while promoting balance and harmony with nature.” With the latest spa therapies, you’ll never want to leave. Treat yourself!
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 20% off any regular priced 6o min spa service!
The Dailey Method
The Dailey Method, conveniently located on Abbot Kinney Bl, is here to help you achieve a strong, lean, sculpted body through an evolving mix of fitness practices that samples the best benefits from multiple disciplines.
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 20% off any package or $59 introductory special!
Neckwork Expert, Mar Vista
Life has its share of pains in the neck (bosses, family, etc). Holding onto the pain is a choice. It’s time to Release, Realign, Refresh and Renew with customized massage therapy that unleashes the REAL you!Master Massage Therapist Yvonne Larson customizes each treatment to the individual needs of her clients.
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 40% OFF Ninety Minute Massage.
J. Lee Photography, Santa Monica
This Santa Monica photographer specializes in headshots, portraits, and lifestyle photography. You’re in LA and you need a great headshot for your audition – and one you can afford by an experienced photographer- we got it right here for AKFF VIP Club Members!
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: $99 Headshot: 1 Look, 3 Edited images.
The Whole 9 Gallery, Culver City
The Whole 9 Gallery is a gallery and retails store in downtown Culver City and an online community dedicated to empowering creatives. The shop on 3830 Main Street features handcrafted gift items including ceramics and jewelry plus fine art.
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 15% OFF Anything in the Store.
Fitness Partners:
Cardio Barre
Beginner and advanced Barre classes are available at Cardio Barre!
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 10% OFF any single class or package (Santa Monica)
Pure Barre
Crush your goals this 2018!
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 20% OFF ALL Packages and Retail (Santa Monica and Brentwood)
The Bar Method
Transform your body at The Bar Method!
AKFF VIP Club Members receive: 20% off Introductory & All Packages (Marina Del Rey, West LA, Brentwood, West Hollywood)
Food Truck Partners:
Dogtown Dogs
Dogtown Dogs is your one and only stop for delicious hot dogs!
AKFF VIP Club Members: Buy 2 dogs get a FREE small tot
Funky Chef Cafe
Get your taco and pasta fix with Funkt Chef Cafe!
AKFF VIP Club Members: 25% OFF ALL menu items
Made in Brooklyn NY Pizza
No need to go to NYC for their signature pizza! Grab a slice with Made in Brooklyn NY Pizza truck!
AKFF VIP Club Members: Buy 2 slices get a FREE can of soda
CulverWorks photo Courtesy of CulverWorks
by Editor | Nov 9, 2017 | Venice
Meet Emmarie Dempsey, GirlSpace Founder
Female focused coworking spaces is a rising trend in the coworking world. Emmarie Dempsey, founder of GirlSpace recognizes the need for this type of work environment after managing 6 successful spaces alone. Like any great entrepreneur, Emmarie is forging forward in crowdfunding to raise $60k to launch GirlSpace by 2018. She shares her story of what inspires her to open GirlSpace.
What’s your background?
Born in the Philippines, raised in Michigan, and started “ living life” as we call it in sunny California immediately after graduating from Michigan State University. I was part of a sorority where I learned about comradery and the sense of feeling safe around other women. Ever since graduating, I’ve never had that comradery feeling again and I always thought it would be great if my workplace had that sense of feeling.
How did you discover coworking?
I applied for an office manager position for a company called Cross Campus. They were a coworking startup at the time focusing on app developers. Members mainly consisted of all men and it literally felt like I worked at a fraternity. Working there gave me my first taste in coworking.
GirlSpace Founder, Emmarie Dempsey & AKFF Blog Founder, Janet Gervers
What makes you want to open a coworking space of your own?
As a woman entrepreneur, we tend to discuss all the barriers we have in common, one of which is the need to feel safe at work. The media today exposes bullying and sexual harassment in the workforce therefore, it’s important GirlSpace is a safe haven for us.
What influenced the decision to create a female focused space?
I had a baby and a full time job. How wonderful would it be if we could provide a better child day care option for working mom entrepreneurs? Yes, having a baby can change your world views and lifestyle!
What are the benefits of a female focused coworking space?
I like to use the expression, birds of a feather, flock together. Working in a female focused workspace can provide that special je ne sais quoi that no other co-ed space can offer. I’m talking about having that “Me too!” moment when girls get together. It’s that comradery feeling you get and that is what keeps women going and feeling inspired and capable.
Do you ever receive any criticism for having a “female only” space? If so how do you respond?
I’m quick to give them the lay of the land meaning, this isn’t a “no boys allowed” club or anything of the sort. And it is legal to have a female focused coworking spaces as they are on the rise after all. I guess the number 1 rule about men at GirlSpace is men can work here but cannot be members. Along with having a day care, that’s what separates us from other coworking spaces.
Find out more about GirlSpace >
AKFF Recents on Coworking:
New Co-Working in Culver City and Venice!
AKFF’s List of Spooky Westside Halloween Parties! Cultural Events & Coworking News too!
Photos: GirlSpace and AKFF
by Editor | Nov 1, 2017 | 1st Fridays Abbot Kinney, Abbot Kinney 1st Fridays, AKFF Specials, AKFF Venice VIP CLUB, Culver City, Food Trucks, Venice
Use the hashtag #AKFF to share your your photos of your delicious food with us! We can’t wait to see your pics!
Food Truck Lineup on Abbot Kinney
California – Venice
Steamy Bun Truck
Pinch of Flavor Truck
Dreamy Creations Cupcake Truck
Frach’s Fried Ice Cream
Pickles & Peas
Boba Time & Me
Pink Taco Truck
LA Dodgers AKFF Member Specials!
Become a member today and see special deals we have for you from our NEW Partners! Offer lasts thru Saturday! Get it Here >
Neckwork Expert, Mar Vista
Life has its share of pains in the neck (bosses, family, etc). Holding onto the pain is a choice. It’s time to Release, Realign, Refresh and Renew with customized massage therapy that unleashes the REAL you!Master Massage Therapist Yvonne Larson customizes each treatment to the individual needs of her clients.
Special Offer for AKFF VIP CLUB Members only: 40% OFF Ninety Minute Massage.
J. Lee Photography, Santa Monica
This Santa Monica photographer specializes in headshots, portraits, and lifestyle photography. You’re in LA and you need a great headshot for your audition – and one you can afford by an experienced photographer- we got it right here for AKFF VIP Club Members!
Special Offer for AKFF VIP CLUB Members only: $99 Headshot: 1 Look, 3 Edited images.
The Whole 9 Gallery, Culver City
The Whole 9 Gallery is a gallery and retails store in downtown Culver City and an online community dedicated to empowering creatives. The shop on 3830 Main Street features handcrafted gift items including ceramics and jewelery plus fine art.
Special Offer for AKFF VIP CLUB Members only: 15% OFF Anything in the Store.
Santa Clara – San Juan
Rice Balls of Fire
Marcel Waffle
Blue Nova
The Queso Truck
SoCal Caribbean Halal Food
Santa Clara – California
Vchos
Rolln Lobster
Street Kitchen LA
Chancos’s Tacos
Del Solar Fish Tacos
Tender Grill Gourmet Brazilian Kitchen
The Original Frilled Cheese Truck
Roni Macaroni
The Fix On Wheels
I Love Funnel Cakes!!!
A Beautiful Life Jamaican Food Truck
Stopbye Cafe
Smh0kin Pot
Brooks – San Juan
Ridges Churro
The Brig Parking Lot
Baby’s Badass BBQ
Border Grill
Kogi Truck
+ more
Extra First Fridays Event:
High Voltage at Electric Lodge
Presents: D and E
Created by Jeremy Nelson and Luis Lara Malvacías, D and E is a series of highly structured improvisational duets. You won’t want to miss this!
Can’t make it to the Friday show? No problem! Catch the performance again the following day, November 4 at 9pm!
1416 Electric Ave, Venice, 90291
More Event Info
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