Las Vegas July 2018 and LA August 2018
As this was a work trip, it was quite busy and not so much time to relax. but i tried to squeeze in a few dinners and spend some time with friends and family.
Vegas July 28-31 2018
I don't know how people live in vegas during the summertime, over 40C degrees, but i guess its better that it is dry heat versus the sticky humidity. i had not been back to vegas in a very long time and so much has changed on the strip as well as "old vegas." many new hotels, new casinos, and new attractions but still many of the classics remain. as this was a work trip i didn't have much or any time to walk along the strip, next time i hope to come back when it isn't so terribly hot and be able to watch some shows.
we had stayed at the mandarin oriental and was told that as of next month september 1st it will change over to the waldorf astoria. this is quite sad as it was such a beautiful and classy property in the middle of the crazy and loud las vegas strip.
Los angeles August 1-7 2018
a short week in la this time around. i was mostly working, seeing friends and family and eating, eating, and more eating.
Steak Sandwich at Cafe del Rey
Mixed Mushroom Pizza and Milo Chopped Salad from Milo & Olive
Beverly Hills
Char Quay Teow, Beef Rendang, and Nasi Lemak at PanAsia Sweet and Savory
Sunset Blvd
Smoothies from Beaming Cafe
Chocolate Cream Pie at Apple Pan
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with Smoked Salmon at the Butcher, the Baker, and the Cappuccino Maker
Choripan Sandwich
Japanese dinner at home
Hickory Burger at Apple Pan
Colorburst Latte at the Butcher, the Baker, and the Cappuccino Maker
Sidewalk in Weho (West Hollywood)