Toluca Lake
The Crosby Chronicles
Tales of the Legendary Crooner’s Toluca Lake Homes, Then and Now
Bing Crosby brought his major star power to Toluca Lake for a decade, and his legacy as one of its most prominent residents continues today. We traced the story of the legendary crooner’s two local homes through their past and present inhabitants. Read More »
Glamour Through the Decades
Re-creating vintage beauty looks with Bésame Cosmetics
We partnered with Bésame Cosmetics to re-create some of the most iconic styles from the 1920s to the 1950s. Read More »
Bésame Cosmetics Creates Beauty With History
Bésame Cosmetics founder Gabriela Hernandez strives to bring romance back to makeup with gorgeously designed and historically accurate reproductions of luxury products from decades past. Read More »
First Honorary Mayor Richard Arlen
The pioneering actor lived, loved and golfed in Toluca Lake.
Among Toluca Lake’s earliest prominent residents was boy-next-door Richard Arlen, a top Paramount Pictures star of the 1920s and 1930s. Read More »
Three Stooges Walk Into a Bar in Toluca Lake…
Three Stooges fans may know that the Howard brothers lived in Toluca Lake. What might not be as known is that they were connected to the Money Tree, a popular bar on Riverside Drive during the late ’50s and ’60s. Read More »
Packing the Perfect Picnic
Gourmet Grab-and-Go Options for Your Next Outing
The growing popularity of artisan prepared foods is a boon for picnic-goers, making the task of filling your basket a breeze. Here's a spread of local gourmet grab-and-go options for your next outing. Read More »
Dining al Fresco
Savor a breath of fresh air on these local restaurant patios
Summer nights are best spent lingering over a meal on a cozy patio under the stars. Read on for a wealth of ways to get your fill of the great outdoors while eating out in Toluca Lake and its surrounding neighborhoods. Read More »
Cheers to Happy Hour!
Neighborhood Spots Where You Can Snack and Sip for Less
Ah, summer — it’s when happy hour takes on a whole new vibe, when the sunlight softens and invites you to chill after a hard day with a cool drink in hand. So do Toluca Lake area restaurants and bars, many of which have patios where you can luxuriate al fresco. Read More »
Workouts in the Great Outdoors
Open up your exercise options with these local fresh-air fitness activities
Whether it’s hiking a trail, riding a horse or cooling down at the pool, there are plenty of local ways to get moving while soaking up some sun, enjoying the beauty of nature and having fun along the way. Read More »
Fourth of July Celebrations
Looking for some Fourth of July fun? Make your way to the beach, the Hollywood Bowl or Downtown block parties to chill out and enjoy barbecue, live music and pyrotechnics — or hike up to a scenic overlook where you can get a bird’s-eye view of fireworks displays across the city. Read More »
Summertime in the City
Fun In the Sun and Under the Stars
Our summer 2018 entertainment guide offers a sampling of the many ways to revel in and around the city this season, whether you’re a visitor, recent transplant or longtime resident. Read More »
Cruising at the Car Show
Friday nights at Bob’s Big Boy mean retro hot rods and local legends.
You never quite know what you’ll see at the weekly classic car show at Bob’s Big Boy in Burbank, which draws car collectors, enthusiasts and sightseers from all over Southern California and beyond. Read More »
The Crosby Chronicles
Tales of the Legendary Crooner’s Toluca Lake Homes, Then and Now
Bing Crosby brought his major star power to Toluca Lake for a decade, and his legacy as one of its most prominent residents continues today. We traced the story of the legendary crooner’s two local homes through their past and present inhabitants. Read More »
First Honorary Mayor Richard Arlen
The pioneering actor lived, loved and golfed in Toluca Lake.
Among Toluca Lake’s earliest prominent residents was boy-next-door Richard Arlen, a top Paramount Pictures star of the 1920s and 1930s. Read More »
Ryan Cassidy on Preserving the Past
Hollywood Heritage, Local History and Collecting Artifacts That Tell a Story
Ryan Cassidy’s Toluca Woods home is filled with history — some from his Hollywood heritage, some part of the house and neighborhood, and the rest collected through a lifelong interest in objects that tell a story. Read More »
Local Homes of Hollywood’s Horror Kings
Both Boris Karloff and his frequent costar and rival Bela Lugosi spent some happy years living in our area, the former in Toluca Lake in the 1930s and the latter in North Hollywood a decade later. Read More »
Workouts in the Great Outdoors
Open up your exercise options with these local fresh-air fitness activities
Whether it’s hiking a trail, riding a horse or cooling down at the pool, there are plenty of local ways to get moving while soaking up some sun, enjoying the beauty of nature and having fun along the way. Read More »
Summer Beauty From Head to Toe
Local Services to Help You Breeze Through Beach Season
With all the fun and relaxation of spending long, dazzling days outdoors come some unique beauty challenges, so it’s a good idea to pay extra attention to protecting and nurturing your skin, hair and nails both before and after you hit the beach. Read More »
Drink It All In at These Friendly Neighborhood Juice Bars
Healthy Hydration to Beat the Summer Heat
The many juice bars in and around Toluca Lake don’t just offer a refreshing rainbow of nutrient-packed beverages and wholesome foods — they also add a generous helping of community spirit. Read More »
Juicing Up Nutrition
Juices and smoothies can be a great way to get your nutrients. Find out from a local registered dietitian how to make that beverage even better for you.
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September/October 2018
It’s the anniversary of Toluca Lake Magazine, and we’re marking this milestone in our own history by exploring our community’s legendary past and the ways it continues to resonate. The stories in this issue look back at bygone places and famous former residents, including Bing Crosby, Richard Arlen, the Three Stooges, and — in honor […]
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