While I am devout New Yorker, I do love LA. Ten years in, I am still discovering the city, and , an amazingly resourceful LA-centric blog by Elaine Brooks, keeps me dialed into everything new and noteworthy, and old standbys, too. The blog features lists compiled by the city's most in-the-know, who share everything from their favorite date-night restaurants to eco-friendly cookware. Of course, I was more than happy when Elaine asked me to contribute my list of LA faves. Check it out .