Toluca Lake Magazine
The Cusumano Family: Building Community
The local developers and philanthropists continue a long history of investing in the success of their hometown.
For more than 70 years, the Cusumano family has been deeply invested in the growth and prosperity of the Burbank–Toluca Lake area. Read More »
A Landmark Toluca Birthday
Our honorary mayor reflects on the upcoming centennial with some of the longtime residents who make this community special.
With the centennial of our village approaching in 2023, honorary mayor Fritz Coleman takes the chance to wander back through the past century for a look at our history. Read More »
Putting Compassion Into Action
How the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry works to help neighbors in need
Through the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry, local congregations, individual volunteers, schools and community groups have been working to address hunger in the East Valley area for nearly 40 years. Read More »
Feelin’ Good in the Neighborhood
Ada Pasternak’s journey to Toluca Lake has had many stops along the way. Despite living all over the globe, she’s had one constant presence in her life — music. Read More »
A Sip of Paradise
Kick your feet up and enjoy these tiki-inspired cocktails from the China Trader.
Although it may have looked like a typical Chinese restaurant on the outside, the China Trader on Riverside Drive served as a tropical escape for many locals in the 1960s and ’70s. Read More »
Festive Feasts: Local Holiday Dining
For a gift to truly savor, treat your friends and family to a holiday meal at a favorite neighborhood eatery, providing a deliciously memorable experience while supporting our local restaurants. Read More »
Comfort in a Bowl
Warm up this winter with a pot of Prosecco Trattoria’s vegan butternut squash soup.
Few things are more comforting than a warm bowl of soup on a crisp winter day — especially if it’s bright, nutritious and full of flavor, like the popular vegan butternut squash soup from Prosecco Trattoria. Read More »
A Creamy, Dreamy Delight
You’ll be dreaming of this holiday-themed White Russian from The Front Yard
While dreams of a white Christmas may not come true for those in sunny L.A., The Front Yard has the next best option with its unique, holiday-themed take on the classic White Russian cocktail. Read More »
Local July Fourth Festivities for 2022
Looking for ways to celebrate the holiday weekend in our neck of the woods? You’ve got plenty of options to choose from. Burbank: The 2022 City of Burbank Summer Concert […] Read More »
Summer Fun for Everyone
Chill out during the hottest season of the year with events and activities in and around the city.
From concerts and films to food festivals and sporting events, our guide offers a taste of what to expect this season to help get you started on planning your excursions in and around the city. Read More »
Adventure Is Out There
Pack your gear and head out to one of these camping destinations close to the city.
There are a wealth of campsites near the city that make it easy to leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind. We’ve rounded up a handful of destinations to consider for your next great adventure. Read More »
A Local Tour Through Entertainment History
We caught a sneak peek of the new Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood to see how guests will experience a journey through the iconic local landmark’s past and present. Read More »
Garden Club Memories
Longtime members of the Toluca Lake Garden Club contributed these reminiscences and reflections in honor of the club’s 75th anniversary. Read More »
Keeping Neighborhood History Alive
The newest residents of the historic Walter Lantz home share how they preserved and restored this local gem.
When the Streamline Moderne–style home once owned by famous animator Walter Lantz came on the market in 2019, Haig Youredjian and Greg Weaver jumped at the chance to purchase and preserve it. Read More »
History in Bloom
The Toluca Lake Garden Club celebrates 75 years of cultivating community.
The Toluca Lake Garden Club was founded in 1947 and continues to thrive today, as it celebrates its 75th anniversary of enhancing the neighborhood’s beauty and community spirit. Read More »
Edible Gardens: A Feast for the Senses
Toluca Lake Garden Club members share their expertise.
Many of the avid gardeners of the Toluca Lake Garden Club take advantage of the area’s rich soil and mild climate to grow fruits, vegetables and herbs. Read More »
Take to the Trails
Explore the great outdoors this spring with these local hikes.
You don’t have to venture very far to experience the great outdoors when you live a stone’s throw from some of the best hiking in the city. Whether you’re into steep summit climbs or leisurely walks, there’s a local hike out there waiting for you. Read More »
Make Your Resolutions Reality
Toluca Lake Tennis & Fitness Club experts help us get active and stay motivated in the new year.
We asked four of the Toluca Lake Tennis and Fitness Club’s top trainers for their tips on pursuing better health in 2020. Read More »
Self-Care Inside & Out
Get on the path to looking and feeling your best with these local health and wellness services.
There are a wealth of health and wellness practitioners in and around our community that can help put you on a path to a better, healthier you, from the inside out. Read More »
Cornerstone for a Thriving Community
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center celebrates 75 years
Throughout its rich history, Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center has both shaped the surrounding community and been shaped by it, evolving to meet changing needs with vital local support. Read More »
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Fall 2022
We’re kicking off Toluca Lake’s centennial early, with a very special super-sized edition of our annual History Issue that will hopefully serve as a keepsake for years to come. Honorary mayor […]
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