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Living the Dream with Yume’s Modern Japanese Fusion

by Naomi Pandolfi August 11, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

 

Nestled in the heart of Studio City, California, ‘best kept secret’ Yume Sushi Bar serves up its modern take on traditional Japanese fare, ‘Yume’ (pronounced ‘you-meh’), which means ‘dream’ in Japanese, transports guests to a sensory experience they won’t soon wish to end.


Well-known around the food circuit for its use of exceptionally fresh, premium-grade ingredients, the bright, wood-paneled restaurant delivers on its promise. Yume’s skillful chefs wow guests with a menu featuring innovative dishes from exquisite sushi rolls, sashimi specials, and tempura to crispy rice and kushiyaki, among other signature offerings.

 

 

The restaurant also provides guests the opportunity to experience a global sake menu, not to mention other luxurious curations. The Yume Box, which is a steal, comes with the namesake Yume Roll (spicy tuna and mushrooms, topped with avocado and tuna), truffle edamame, four pieces of sushi (chef’s choice), truffle avocado toast, and finally, the garlic albacore roll.


With something for everyone, Yume is the perfect spot for both casual dining and special occasions. Reservations are highly encouraged. Not a seafood fan? The restaurant offers a delicious array of seafood-free items including corn tempura, Tsukune Chicken meatball skewers, and the vegan roll, all of which will send your taste buds soaring just as high as anything else on the menu.



Yume is located at 12254 Ventura Boulevard, just blocks from Laurel Canyon, in Studio City, California. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Be sure to snag a reservation and treat yourself to some truly divine, modern, and authentic Japanese cuisine.

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Paris Hilton x FabFitFun: Sliving It Up

by Naomi Pandolfi July 23, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

Two icons team up to bring you an expertly curated box filled with a blend of summertime essentials. The Paris Hilton x FabFitFun collab brings valued members a personalized ‘Summer of Sliving’ experience (slaying + living your best life = ‘sliving,’ as coined by Paris).

Speaking on the collab, Paris Hilton said,

“I’m excited to team up with FabFitFun because they’re all about feeling fabulous while living your best life. Together, we’re hoping to inspire everyone to embrace their unique journey, find their bliss, and slay their way through summer with my personalized Summer of Sliving kit, complete with my favorite essentials.”

This summertime takeover box, curated by the iconic Paris Hilton herself, features a nod to Pride Month with a rainbow-infused aesthetic, and I am ‘sliving’ for it.

Packed with summertime goodies galore that fit perfectly with the theme and captures the essence of Paris, this box features the following products.

  • Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks ($22.00)
  • Vacation Super Spritz SPF 50 ($24.00)
  • CYLO Record Player Speaker ($59.99)
  • Dime Optics Cienega Aviator Sunglasses ($30.00)
  • Eight Other Reasons Star Earrings in Silver ($64.95)
  • Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm in Vanilla Beige ($24.00)

While everything in this box was delightfully fitting for the summer, my personal top faves were the Vacation Super Spritz SPF 50, the CYLO Record Player Speaker, and the Topicals Faded Under Eye Masks.

The sunscreen is a luxurious, ultra-fine mist that allows you to easily touch-up your sun protection while out and about without laying a finger on your face.

The speaker is adorable, and better yet, I love that all the pieces are functional; the record player arm is what powers on the speaker, which I thought was a nice touch. Perfect for any barbecues or beach fun I have planned this summer.

I’m also loving the under eye masks. As someone who’s always on the go, these eye masks stay put, allowing me to do other things while beautifying, and that’s something I really appreciate.

With a retail value of $224.94 and a cost of a $59.99, this box gives you more than your money’s worth.

Since its launch in 2010, FabFitFun has rocketed to the top, delivering a seasonal assortment of full-size products that encompass beauty, fashion, fitness, wellness, home, and tech. Each box features a handpicked selection from both premium and emerging brands, giving members an effortless way to indulge in the latest trends. Elevate your lifestyle with FabFitFun.

 

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Hart House’s Plant-Based Menu Makes Waves in Hollywood

by Naomi Pandolfi June 19, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, Hart House opened their third location on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Highland Avenue in Hollywood, California.

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A Perfect Day Off: POPSUGAR Returns to the Play/Ground

by Naomi Pandolfi June 13, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

On Friday, June 2, 2023, POPSUGAR hosted a fabulous return to the Play/Ground for a ‘perfect day off’ at Los Angeles’ Row DTLA. In honor of this year’s theme, the all-day event was filled with unique activations highlighting fitness, wellness, and self-care from sponsors Revlon, Ninja Blast, SweeTARTS, and more.

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Freeform’s Cruel Summer Cast Celebrates Premiere Like It’s 1999

by Naomi Pandolfi June 4, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

CRUEL SUMMER – On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, Freeform marked the highly anticipated debut of Cruel Summer’s second season by hosting a nostalgic Y2K-themed screening event and a reception in Los Angeles, where guests were transported back to the years of 1999/2000 in the Pacific Northwest and welcomed to the show’s lakeside town of Chatham. (Freeform/Frank Micelotta)
BILL PURPLE, MICHELLE PURPLE, NILE BULLOCK, TEDRA ROGERS, LISA YAMADA, SADIE STANLEY, JESSICA BIEL, LEXI UNDERWOOD, BRAEDEN DE LA GARZA, GRIFFIN GLUCK, KADEE STRICKLAND, SEAN BLAKEMORE

On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, Freeform hosted a nostalgic Y2K-themed event for the premiere of Cruel Summer’s second season. Cast, crew, and ‘90s heartthrobs alike came together to celebrate the occasion at Grace E. Simons Lodge in Los Angeles, California.

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OFTV’s House of Sims Brings High Tea to Hollywood

by Naomi Pandolfi May 1, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

On Wednesday, April 26, 2023, UK’s reigning reality TV family, the Sims, honored the upcoming premiere of their new show ‘House of Sims’ with a high tea celebration in Hollywood, California, at The Aster Hotel.

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Sierra Nevada Resort Debuts Modern Renovation, Pays Homage to History

by Naomi Pandolfi March 22, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

Once a popular getaway for Hollywood’s most elite, the Sierra Nevada Resort appeared on the scene in 1967, and today, they proudly debut a completely renovated property. Following the grand reopening, the Sierra Nevada Resort served as a partner of the 2023 Mammoth Film Festival.

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The Show Must Go On As 2023 Mammoth Film Festival Braves Record-Breaking Blizzard

by Naomi Pandolfi March 13, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

Led by Tanner Beard, Tomik Mansoori, Theo Dumont, Alexandra Chando, Nicole Castro, Alexandra Lasky, and Evan Weissman, the Mammoth Film Festival’s international reach has grown considerably since its inception in 2018. Wild7Films sponsored the event and premiered two of their own projects, Better Daze and Tree of Life.

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Celebrity Competitors Rally Together for a Good Cause With the Return of Celebrity Charity Bowling Tournament, Plus List of Winners

by Naomi Pandolfi March 13, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

The conclusion of the Mammoth Film Festival’s fourth day brought the grand return of the Celebrity Charity Bowling Tournament, an attendee favorite where celebrity competitors rally together for a good cause. Proceeds from the tournament benefited the Mammoth Media Institute, an organization that utilizes the mountain town to bring independent film and television, VR, documentaries, film education, and more to the public including industry professionals, distributors, producers, and financiers.

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Après-Ski Event Hosted by White Claw, Plus Premiere of Michael Madsen Documentary ‘American Badass’

by Naomi Pandolfi March 13, 2023
written by Naomi Pandolfi

Day three of the Mammoth Film Festival kicked off with a daytime pop-up hosted by White Claw. The Après-Ski event featured lively DJ sets at the main lift, and everyone from talent to filmmakers dropped in.

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A voice in the booth, a character on screen, see h A voice in the booth, a character on screen, see how Tituss Burgess makes the magic happen in between! 🐱🌀⭐️

Ever wonder how a voice brings an animated character to life? 

The Knockturnal is excited to let the cat out of the bag and share this exclusive look at @warnerbros @catinthehatmovie ! As part of the film’s From Booth to Screen series, go behind the scenes with @instatituss and step inside the recording booth to see how Tituss’ performance transforms from voice to animation.

Watch the exclusive clip and get a sneak peek at the creative process behind the film!

See #TheCatInTheHat - only in theaters November 6.
“I am honored to be here with this group of women “I am honored to be here with this group of women who are so intrepid and such an inspiration.”

Those were the words of Meryl Streep as she introduced a special screening of My Undesirable Friends: Part II – Exile at New York City’s Film Forum on November 1.

The Oscar winner introduced Chapters One through Three alongside filmmaker Julia Loktev and protagonists Ksenia Mironova and Elena Kostyuchenko. Streep also serves as an executive producer on the series alongside Laura Poitras.

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Beginning their culinary story in a small kitchen Beginning their culinary story in a small kitchen in Croatia, the founders of Boogie Bakery & Bistro grew tired of watching consumers settle for subpar bread. They returned to the fundamentals of traditional breadmaking with just a few essential ingredients: water, flour, and salt.

What began as a simple commitment to better bread evolved into a larger culinary vision rooted in authenticity, craftsmanship, and a passion for thoughtfully made food.

Now, they’re bringing that same mission to the United States, introducing their foundational recipes and culinary philosophy to Washington Heights with the opening of Boogie Bakery & Bistro.

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As if The Frick Collection on the Upper East Side As if The Frick Collection on the Upper East Side wasn’t beautiful enough, the museum was electrified on Sunday evening with Anthony Roth Costanzo’s brilliant operatic vocals.

In celebration of the opera singer’s new book and companion album, both named Countertenor, Costanzo performed with an ensemble led by Dan Schlosberg as part of The Frick’s 2026-2027 concert season. 

With his expansive vocal range, Costanzo’s vocals rang through the museum as he sang music spanning avant-gardist Klaus Nomi’s “You Don’t Own Me,” to an aria from Philip Glass’s classic Einstein on the Beach.

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A Wicked billboard catches your attention, while T A Wicked billboard catches your attention, while Times Square’s bright lights stare right back at you. You can even catch a glimpse of Central Park, adding another recognizable landmark to the cityscape.

Perched 33 stories above Times Square, VOCO Roofbar offers stunning NYC skyline views, creative cocktails, and globally inspired bites.

Open daily from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., VOCO Roofbar gives locals and visitors another reason to look up. When Broadway is your backdrop, the evening already has a pretty spectacular opening act.

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For five seasons, Eva Marcille has commanded the s For five seasons, Eva Marcille has commanded the screen as Marilyn “Madam” DeVille, the unapologetic, calculating, and fiercely ambitious businesswoman at the center of All the Queen’s Men. 

As the star of Tyler Perry’s hit drama, Marcille has brought a complicated leading woman to life, one whose power, ambition, vulnerability, and determination have made her one of the series’ most compelling characters.

Now, as the series reaches its fifth and final season, Marcille is reflecting on the journey of bringing Madam to life.

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Downtown Manhattan was sparkling Thursday during G Downtown Manhattan was sparkling Thursday during GLAAD’s New York Gala, hosted at Cipriani 25 Broadway. 

GLAAD, the largest LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization, presented its prestigious Vito Russo award to the highly acclaimed Oscar and Tony winning producer, Bruce Cohen.

The night featured an elegant red carpet, where the man of the hour stopped by to chat with The Knockturnal about what partnering with GLAAD means to him.

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What does survival demand of those who return, and What does survival demand of those who return, and of those who helped bring them home?

In his Off-Broadway debut, Aftermath, David Zax transforms a journalist’s return from captivity into an intimate, unsettling reckoning with heroism, privilege, and the hidden costs of survival.

Over its hour-and-forty-minute running time, Aftermath expands one family’s crisis into a piercing examination of privilege, sacrifice, and moral responsibility.

Aftermath is playing Off-Broadway through November 8.

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Twenty years after audiences were first introduced Twenty years after audiences were first introduced to Dexter Morgan, the infamous blood-spatter analyst turned serial killer continues to find new ways to keep viewers hooked. 

With Dexter: Resurrection returning for its second season, the franchise is opening another chapter filled with dangerous new players, complicated relationships, and plenty of unfinished business.

The Knockturnal spoke with Uma Thurman, Michael C. Hall, Bokeem Woodbine, and the cast of Dexter: Resurrection to discuss returning to the world of Dexter Morgan, introducing new characters into an established franchise, and what audiences can expect as the story unfolds in Season 2.

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11 years of T R A P S O U L and the music still hi 11 years of T R A P S O U L and the music still hits just as hard! 

Bryson Tiller brought his Neo Trapsoul World Tour to @intuitdome for an incredible night of R&B nostalgia, celebrating one of the most influential albums of the past decade!

From @tydollasign and @majidjordan to surprise appearances by @wizkhalifa, @jasonderulo and @naomisharon, the evening was filled with classics, great performances and plenty of memorable moments! @austinmillz also kept the energy going before Tiller hit the stage!

Special thanks to @millerpr and the Clippers/Intuit Dome teams for having us! 

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Everything was beautiful at the ballet, especially Everything was beautiful at the ballet, especially during an en pointe evening in honor of Cynthia Erivo. 🩰 

American Ballet Theatre honored the Oscar-nominated actress for her remarkable contributions to the performing arts at a star-studded evening at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. Debbie Allen presented Erivo with the honor, recognizing her ability to inspire audiences through her multidisciplinary storytelling and artistry.

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A Hollywood Halloween with a little extra #spirit A Hollywood Halloween with a little extra #spirit thanks to Smirnoff Ice! 

The brand hosted its first-ever U.S. Halloween party at NYA Studios, bringing together internet personality Brittany Broski, who hosted the evening and judged the costume contest, and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner Monét X Change, who kept the dance floor moving with a DJ set. Broski even made an appearance as Dracula, bringing the evening to a memorable close with an energetic dance to Slayyyter’s “CRANK.”

From a hauntingly creative red carpet to an immersive Halloween-inspired experience, the evening delivered plenty of tricks, treats and entertainment.

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The Gilded Age is back in style, and the season 4 The Gilded Age is back in style, and the season 4 premiere brought plenty of glamour to the red carpet.

The premiere brought together the stars of the hit series for an evening of golden details, elegant fashion and conversations about what’s next. We caught up with Cynthia Nixon and Carrie Coon, who reflected on the series’ development and the evolution of their characters.

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Every champion has a story, and every dream is wor Every champion has a story, and every dream is worth the fight…

Amazon MGM Studios brought I Play Rocky to the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre for its premiere at AFI Fest, celebrating a story about determination, perseverance and the power of betting on yourself.

Directed by Peter Farrelly, the film follows a young Sylvester Stallone (Anthony Ippolito) as he fights for the chance to star in Rocky, the 1976 classic he wrote and was determined to bring to life.

We caught up with the cast on the red carpet at AFI Fest to talk about bringing this inspiring story to the screen, with Ippolito stepping into the legendary role.

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They’re still one and the same… 💖 More than two d They’re still one and the same… 💖

More than two decades after first meeting at a Barney & Friends audition in 2002, the pair who ruled Disney Channel just paid homage to their 2009 #DCOM Princess Protection Program in the sweetest way!

Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato have officially teamed up for Rare Beauty’s latest campaign, “Still Making Each Other Blush,” honoring their iconic “Delena” friendship with a brand-new blush bundle.

BRB, on our way to rewatch Princess Protection Program.🍿👑
Doja Cat is giving fans a whole new point of view Doja Cat is giving fans a whole new point of view of the Ma Vie World Tour, changing the lens on the concert film experience.

The fans were out this weekend in West Hollywood as Ray-Ban Meta and Doja Cat premiered the film, Ma Vie World Tour, at Meta Lab in West Hollywood.

The film, about 12-minutes long, was directed by Quinn Whitney Wilson, and filmed on Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Shot from the perspective of Doja Cat and members of her crew on the current tour, it marks a new kind of docu film.

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Returning to Panem means discovering a different s Returning to Panem means discovering a different side of its most familiar faces…

Across five novels and soon-to-be six films, The Hunger Games franchise has captivated audiences with its unforgettable characters. Now, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping invites fans to see some of their favorites in an entirely new light through the 50th Hunger Games.

Among them is a younger Beetee Latier, the District 3 victor originally portrayed by Jeffrey Wright. In the latest installment, Kelvin Harrison Jr. takes on the role of Beetee, who fiercely protects his son, Ampert, played by Percy Daggs IV, as he enters the arena as a tribute.

Harrison Jr. and Daggs IV spoke with The Knockturnal about bringing these  characters to life, along with the excitement of stepping into the ever-expanding world of Panem.

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@82major_official is turning up the heat with thei @82major_official is turning up the heat with their most recent single album ahead of their upcoming USA tour. 

The six-member group has been establishing a global footprint with their music since debuting in 2023, and the release of HEAT marks their newest chapter. 

Just as the album title suggests, the focus track, “Like Fire”, builds on the sizzling, explosive energy 82MAJOR is already well-loved for.  

The group spoke with The Knockturnal about making the single album, shooting the MV for “Like Fire”, what they take away from 2026, and more. 

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From an Empire State of Mind to an NFL state of mi From an Empire State of Mind to an NFL state of mind… 🏈

It’s official: Jay-Z will headline the 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show, and fans are already “Crazy in Love” with the idea that he might not be doing it alone… 

While Roc Nation’s announcement didn’t confirm any guest performers, it certainly didn’t rule them out, leaving the door open for a potential appearance from his wife, Queen Bey herself, who previously headlined the halftime show in 2013. 

Super Bowl LXI is February 14th at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
When the sun sets, we come out to play. After all. When the sun sets, we come out to play. After all... we are The Knockturnal!

Here’s your official recap of #Knockturnalween 2026. Thank you for helping us celebrate our new cover star @naomiackie and her new movie @clayfacemovie. In theaters NOW! 

Another special thank you to our partners: @clayfacemovie 
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