For those anticipating the smaller version of Umami Burger (U-Mini) that recently opened in Westwood, the wait is finally over. Or is it?
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Food Review: Ammo
A stroll through the entrance of the Hammer Museum these days may seem a bit typical: Check in at the front desk, receive an admission sticker, and then follow the staircase up to the bamboo tree-lined courtyard and exhibition galleries.
Q&A: Comedian Sean O’Connor to perform stand-up show at UCLA
For some, being funny comes easily. For others, it’s better to sit back and laugh at those who inherit the trait of being naturally hilarious. Tonight, Los Angeles-based comedian Sean O’Connor will perform as part of the Campus Events Commission’s speaker series. The event will open with a performance by Paige Weldon and Robin Higgins of UCLA’s Stand-Up Comedy Club. Daily Bruin’s Marjorie Yan spoke to O’Connor about his style of humor, when he realized he wanted to become a comedian and his career highlights thus far.
New bakery in Westwood offers savory concoctions to satisfy salty and sweet cravings
A stroll down Gayley Avenue in search of sweet treats may have gotten a little more fruitful these days.
Spittin' Raps & Rhymes
While it’s fair to say most Rock the Bells attendees received a therapeutic weekend of hip-hop and rap, they were also left with dramatic tank top tanlines and sweltering sunburns from what proved to be a merciless heat wave.
Fun. delivers on name with stage effects, crowd engagement at The Wiltern
Flashing lights, confetti shooting into the crowd mid-show and balloons falling from the ceiling would describe the lively visual aesthetics of fun.’s performance on Friday night. However, the combination of Nate Ruess’ incredible vocal range, ear to ear smile and high energy dance moves stole the show.
Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi endorses her new soda at Westwood's Rocket Fizz
On Wednesday night, Broxton Avenue was a little more busy than usual. Visitors expecting a typical weeknight dinner at Ami Sushi, Barney’s Beanery, Five Guys or any of the surrounding eateries were joined by a sea of people, both young and old, lined up outside of Rocket Fizz for Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi’s appearance to promote her new Wild Cherry Soda.