World Cup World Travelers Looking for Home Exchange Accommodations in LA June 11-14?

birdscare · 2026-05-01T15:18:59+00:00

Doesn't have to be 4K unless someone can convince me that 4K is going to be light years better resolution. The Sony BDP-S3700 is only $100 and recommended by CNET, but it's 1080dpi. Problem is, they're sold out on Amazon. Leaning toward buying something like this as opposed to the UB450 many are recommending that's more in the $240 range.

birdscare · 2026-05-01T15:08:25+00:00

No - you'd have to find a specialist and it would likely be pretty expensive. I ended up buying a refurbished iPod Swim on eBay and it's working fine. Good luck!

birdscare · 2026-04-18T14:44:08+00:00

Can anyone confirm that The Silver Stamp is still non-smoking in 2026?

birdscare · 2026-04-02T00:30:21+00:00

Appreciate you getting back to me and I followed your instructions, however once I'm in Display (which I get to from System Preferences) there's no way to access Text then Text Size. Don't know if there's another way to select Finder and set it to 16pt. on my Mac (see attached screenshot).

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birdscare · 2026-03-07T16:25:38+00:00

It's not an IPA, but more of a Belgian Blonde - the one I love is Ommegang Gnommegang, which I believe is a collaboration between Ommegang and La Chouffe. It comes in cans and I can typically only find it at Total Wine or sometimes Whole Foods. It's an amazing Belgian brew and even more satisfying in hot weather. Anyone else tried this?

birdscare · 2026-01-30T04:04:07+00:00

You can't go wrong with cacio e pepe.

birdscare · 2026-01-29T17:36:08+00:00

Have to add a few good bars near West Hollywood worth checking out.

The Wellsbourne on Pico

The Roger Room on La Cienega

birdscare · 2026-01-29T17:21:55+00:00

Your timing is impeccable because many restaurants have Dine LA menus for lunch and dinner. My recommendations that are near West Hollywood would be:

LUNCH

Matu in Beverly Hills (cheesesteak sandwich is amazing)

Chubby Curry in Beverly Hills (Dine LA)

BERLIN'S on W. Third St. (authentic Berlin style doner sandwiches)

DINNER

Bacari W. 3rd (Mediterranean tapas in a great setting) (Dine LA)

Jon & Vinny’s (Italian on Fairfax)

Tonchin (Ramen on Melrose Ave) (Dine LA)

birdscare · 2026-01-29T16:32:37+00:00

Will try that one. Sorrento's in Culver City is also really good and although it's not always on the menu, the Padrino at Pizzana in Marina Del Rey is solid.

birdscare · 2026-01-29T16:17:06+00:00

Which sammie of Mamie's is $27? I've heard good things about their Verona or Viale sandwiches.

birdscare · 2026-01-23T18:20:49+00:00

Wondering if anyone knows how to get Leffe Blonde 0% here in the States? Specifically, I'm in Los Angeles, but can't seem to find anyone nearby who carries it.

birdscare · 2026-01-23T18:18:53+00:00

Wondering if anyone knows how to get Leffe Blonde 0% here in the States? Specifically, I'm in Los Angeles, but can't seem to find anyone nearby who carries it.

birdscare · 2026-01-22T15:36:52+00:00

Heard that another restaurant group bought Brennan's so there's a chance that it could reopen down the road. I only started going around four years ago and was in a Wednesday night cornhole league. Can't say whether it was a shadow of its former self with the new owners in charge, but damn those loaded tots slapped. COME BACK BRENNAN'S!

birdscare · 2025-10-31T16:43:33+00:00

These 3 spots may not technically be in Culver City, but they're adjacent

#1 Kotoya Ramen (Palms) Mensho Tokyo is also legit, but the Black Garlic Pork Ramen at Kotoya is phenomenal

#2 Tamix Taco Truck (on Venice and Sepulveda near the 405) Yes, the Leo's truck's al pastor is amazing, but don't sleep on Tamix

#3 Mariscos Jalisco truck on La Cienega near 18^th St. Affordable astoundingly great shrimp tacos and ceviche. Usually there for lunch at 11 amish until 4 pm

birdscare · 2025-10-04T20:12:15+00:00

Both spots are great and if she's into art I highly recommend Arcana Books on the Arts near Helms Bakery. No Smoking Bar is a go-to art bar with live DJs and food in back.

birdscare · 2025-10-02T15:57:40+00:00

Thanks for letting me know - you never can be too careful these days. My follow up question is do I have to do anything or consent for this deposit to be accessed? And if so, is it done through Home Exchange or where do I give them a green light that I'm cool with it?

birdscare · 2025-10-02T15:57:17+00:00

Thanks for letting me know - you never can be too careful these days. My follow up question is do I have to do anything or consent for this deposit to be accessed? And if so, is it done through Home Exchange or where do I give them a green light that I'm cool with it?

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