Ever felt like a mouse in a cheese factory? Chances are, you will at Cheesemongers of Sherman Oaks, a store that features a comprehensive collection of artisan and farmstead cheese. Owned and managed by Kim Burton and Chaz Christianson, this cheese haven stocks optimal quality cheeses and you can choose from a rotating catalog of over 80 of these. As a good accompaniment to cheese, cured meats are somewhat of a specialty here too, with their in-built charcuterie collection being much lauded among the folks of Los Angeles. Both cheese and meats are personally hand-cut by the owners so that there is no compromise on quality. You can even get yourself a picnic board with a smattering of cheese, charcuterie, crackers, olives and chocolates. Cheesemongers of Sherman Oaks also conduct cheese-related after-hour classes and workshops for those interested.
This shop is one of the best independent bookstores in Los Angeles. It is a general bookstore with an emphasis on literary fiction, books on cinema and Los Angeles, and cult and alternative selections. There are frequent book signings as well as a monthly discussion group. It has the feel of a real community bookstore and it is; the local Los Feliz residents pop in here on a regular basis. Recent book readings and signings have been by names such as Aimee Bender and Zadie Smith.
Sockerbit is a paradise for candy lovers and offers an astounding range and array of delicacies. Options available range from licorice, hard chocolates to marshmallows and more. Shop for your favorite candy at this store that has a modern yet simple setting. Services are also offered to make the candies available at events like weddings and parties for your guests.
Ieder jaar, aan het einde van oktober, wordt een weekend lang het herfstfestival gehouden op de de Los Angeles Farmers Market. Hier kan je meedoen in het bewerken van Pompoenen, het hooi rijden, square dansen, ook zijn er live-muziek evenementen en een Octoberfest viering. Voor kinderen en dieren liefhebbers van alle leeftijden is er een huisdier dierentuin en zijn er kindvriendelijke knutsel plekken en demonstraties. Het Farmers Market Fall Festival is een geweldige manier voor de gehele familie om het seizoen te vieren en in de sfeer van de oogst te komen, zelf vanuit de stad.