Toluca Lake Magazine Issue Archive
Summer 2025
This issue follows Toluca Lake’s lively beat, from our constant community events to the local music scene. To curate the perfect soundtrack to your summer, check out our guide to some of the most noteworthy area restaurants serving up live performances, then travel back in time to the Palomino, North Hollywood’s legendary bygone country-Western hotspot. As the neighborhood’s vibrancy continues to make it a desirable location to live and work, we also bring you insights on the real estate landscape from two local pros, plus an interview with City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian on what he’s doing to ensure our city remains a place where residents and businesses can thrive.
A Front-Row Seat to the Local Music Scene
Nothing sets the mood quite like live music — especially paired with delicious food, cocktails and the buzz of a crowd unwinding during happy hour, celebrating a special occasion or cozying up for date night.
A Pitch-Perfect Dining Experience
When Verse opened its doors in 2020, it instantly became a can’t-miss destination in Toluca Lake, earning praise for its harmonious blend of innovative cuisine and star-powered entertainment.
The Palomino Club
North Hollywood’s legendary Palomino Club helped birth California country swing and many a music icon’s career with its high-energy, inspirational atmosphere and down-home touches.
Working Toward a Brighter Future
Citizens of Toluca Lake and other portions of the East San Fernando Valley have a new representative on the L.A. City Council this year — but Adrin Nazarian is far from an unfamiliar face in the community.
Real Estate Resource Guide 2025
Although the Southern California real estate market continues to be competitive and often challenging, our area is home to experienced, trustworthy agents who love the community and are dedicated to serving it.
Stacking Up Support at the Annual Pancake Breakfast
Organized by the Chamber of Commerce and hosted at Fire Station 86, the 17th annual Old-Fashioned Pancake Breakfast was a powerful symbol of recovery, togetherness and local pride.
The End of an Era: Paulanna Cuccinello Starts a New Chapter
After 35 years in the heart of Toluca Lake’s Village, Paulanna Cuccinello closed the doors of Pergolina in late May and has transitioned her store exclusively online.
Collaborative Chamber Event Spurs New Connections
The Toluca Lake and Burbank chambers of commerce joined forces to bring the neighboring business communities together for an evening of fun, conversation and connection.
Celebrating 30 Years of Empowering Youth
The Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley rolled out the red carpet at Warner Bros. Studios, welcoming nearly 400 attendees to a gala fundraiser celebrating its milestone 30th anniversary.
Assemblymember Nick Schultz Fosters Open Dialogue With Residents
With his address to the Greater Toluca Lake Neighborhood Council, Assemblymember Nick Schultz made a strong impression by doing something rare in politics — he asked to be there.
TLHOA Reflects on Progress, Looks Ahead
At the Toluca Lake Homeowners Association’s annual general members meeting, approximately 50 attendees gathered to reflect on recent accomplishments and set the stage for the upcoming year.
Savoring the Sounds of Summer
Through all life’s ups and downs, a tempo of togetherness defines our neighborhood’s signature style. The spirited pace will no doubt continue as the weather heats up and our thoughts increasingly turn to fun and entertainment.
Village Clock Ceremony Marks New Community Milestone
More than 100 residents and local leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the official unveiling of the Toluca Lake Village clock, a long-awaited landmark that has become an instant icon.
Thank You, Toluca Lake: The Strength We Find in Community
This community has surrounded us with love, care, encouragement and support. Neighbors, friends, colleagues and even acquaintances have reminded us of one of life’s greatest truths: We are stronger together.
Chamber Celebrates Community Support
The Toluca Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted a sponsor appreciation mixer celebrating the success of its 85th anniversary commemoration and the community members who made it possible.
Pawsitive Beginnings
For Aleks Zak, rescuing dogs isn’t just a passion — it’s a calling. That’s why she founded Pawsitive Beginnings, a nonprofit dedicated to saving puppies and their mothers from high-kill shelters.
Pawsitive Beginnings Pup Spotlight: Jack
Rescued at just 3 days old with his mom and siblings, Jack has been growing up in a loving foster home for the past year and is looking for a forever family of his own.
Featured Pet: Ozzy
Rescued from the streets of Compton as a young pup, this terrier mix soon found his forever home in Toluca Lake.