Valley Icon Henry’s Tacos Was to Close After 50 Years
The Los Angeles Institution known as Henry’s Taco’s will be closing at the end of December 2012. For the last 51 years the Studio City...
Tony Curtis Hollywood Freeway Mural Moving?
The Tony Curtis Hollywood freeway mural has delighted jaded locals and enthusiastic tourists alike for over a decade. This week as we bid farewell...
Henry’s Tacos and Googie in Studio City
Henry’s Tacos is a Los Angeles (San Fernando Valley) institution. I was fortunate enough to make a trip out to Henry’s this week and thought...
Red Neon Hearts Signage from Hart’s for Valentine’s Day
Here’s a cool retro neon sign for you that fits both the day and the economy; Hart’s Pawn Shop. Old Hart’s has two hearts in...
Cool Neo-Classical Art and Adobe Tiles; Only in Van Nuys, Who Says We Have No Kulchur Dude?
Sometimes art happens when you’re stuck in traffic. It can help you slow down and appreciate the details. I love the beautiful painted detail on...
Retro Signage: Los Angeles Palm Tree Meets Pawn Shop
Here’s a local photo for you that mirrors the national economy. A classic Los Angeles Palm tree in front of a Pawn Shop as a...
Cool Vintage Signage: Rocket Liquor Blasts Off in LA’s San Fernando Valley
Here’s a cool neon sign for Rocket Liquor at 21413 Vanowen St. in Canoga Park. The name refers to the San Fernando Valley’s long history...
Cool Architecture: Pink Cadillac Building in The San Fernando Valley
I love this building, I’m not sure if it qualifies as Googie or not. I just know it’s very cool and I can’t help smiling...