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Treat yourself, Pasadena: Whether you’re plotting a morning powered by croissants and danishes or need a showstopper cake for your next occasion, Delight Pastry backs up the name with flaky classics, good coffee, and custom orders for everything from office treats to weddings, including options for…
Where to find the perfect gift: A longtime Silver Lake favorite now settling into South Pasadena, Clover is the neighborhood boutique you browse for 'just a card' and somehow find jewelry, apothecary goods, gift boxes, and easy pieces that actually get used.
Neighborhood red-sauce standby: Whether you want a weeknight penne, a big family tray, or a proper pizza and glass of wine, Maria's Italian Kitchen - Pasadena leans classic in the best way with checkered tablecloth vibes, a Summer Sized Menu, and catering that covers birthdays, block parties, even…
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A wild white peacock named 'Sugar' was allegedly attacked by a mailman in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, leaving the bird unable to move.
Full story at edhat.com ↗
Free Portable Chargers are available at Verizon stores in Pasadena, Redlands, as part of National Preparedness Month.
Full story at 2urbangirls.com ↗
Five new food and drink businesses have opened in Pasadena, five since July, including two coffee shops, four restaurants and a chai shop.
Full story at pasadenanow.com ↗
Pasadena restaurants make up nearly half of the 57 restaurants participating in Dine LA Restaurant Week, which began on August 14 and runs through August 28.
Full story at pasadenanow.com ↗
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