Saturday, September 28, 2013

Entertainment


SEPTEMBER 13 - OCTOBER 13, 2013     EL CAPITAN THEATRE, HOLLYWOOD CA


The Disney classic is coming back in 3D for only one month at the El Capitan Theatre located in Hollywood, CA. Before the movie, see Sofia from Sofia the First live on stage. After the movie, see Ariel live on stage!!! This is a movie that you definitely don't want to miss seeing in 3D.
For more information please visit: http://elcapitan.go.com/


AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 29, 2013     LA COUNTY FAIR     POMONA CA


Wonderful family Fair that I can't say much about except it's a must!!!!! There's outstanding food, entertainment, attractions, shopping and much more.
For more information please visit: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2013/


Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Entertainment


DocMobile Tour: So Much You Can Do...To Take Care of You!




Disney Junior is hitting the road with The Doc Mobile Tour! Join with your children for a fun event with Radio Disney Junior, where kids & families can experience Doc activities focused on healthy living and well-being.

Kids will see how "there's so much you can do...to take care of you," and they can also be just like Doc and bring their toy for a check-up inside Doc's mobile clinic.
    • Join for this *FREE family event
    • Experience fun Doc activities focused on healthy living & well-being
    • Kids can bring their toy for a check-up in Doc's Mobile Clinic
    • Upon arrival guests will be provided an hourly time-slot wristband to enter The Doc Mobile, on a first-come first-served basis. A standby option will also be available. This is an outdoor event, so please come prepared for very warm temperatures. 

**Will take place @ The Grove, Gilmore Way in Los Angeles,    
    CA on Thursday September 26th, 10:00am - 5:00pm  
    

Tip of the Day


Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Food/Cooking

Sautéed Chicken with Olives, Capers and Roasted Lemons


Ingredients: 

  1. 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  2. 2 lemons, sliced 1/4-inch thick
  3. Salt and freshly ground pepper
  4. Two 5-ounce bags baby spinach
  5. 2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs
  6. Four 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  7. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, for dusting
  8. 1/2 cup pitted green Sicilian or Spanish olives, sliced
  9. 2 tablespoons drained capers
  10. 1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
  11. 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small dice
  12. 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil on the parchment, then arrange the lemon slices in a single layer. Drizzle the lemons lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 20 minutes, until the lemons begin to brown around the edges.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a large, deep skillet. Add the spinach and cook over high heat, tossing, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer the spinach to a strainer; press out the liquid. Wipe out the skillet and heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in it. Add the bread crumbs and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until toasted, 2 minutes. Add the spinach, season with salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
  3. In a deep medium skillet, heat the remaining 1/4 cup of oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dust with the flour, shaking off the excess. Cook the chicken over high heat, turning once, until golden, about 6 minutes. Add the olives, capers and stock and bring to a boil. Cook over high heat until the stock is reduced by about two-thirds, about 5 minutes. Add the roasted lemons, butter and parsley, season with salt and pepper and simmer just until the chicken is cooked through, about 1 minute.
  4. Transfer the chicken to plates and spoon the sauce on top. Serve the spinach on the side. Bon Appetit!!!

Love/Romance


Monday, September 23, 2013

Beauty/Fashion


2013 Emmy Awards Fashion!!!!!


Did you watch the 2013 Emmy Awards? What did you think of all the glitz and glam? We were anxious to see what the talented and beautiful actresses were wearing. 

To our surprise, some of the most beautiful moms top our best dressed list. In our opinion, the winner who showed off her perfect curves in a gorgeous body-hugging gown by Vera Wang was Sophia Vergara. She was stunning from head to toe and the icing on the cake were her perfect Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. Below are some of the 2013 Emmy Fashions. 
Who do you think was the best dressed? If you ask my five year old Fashionista it was Carrie Underwood :)


Sophia Vergara in Vera Wang with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry 





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Claire Danes in Armani Prive with Neil Lane diamonds


Connie Britton in Naeem Khan with Cathy Waterman jewelry




Julie Bowen in Zac Posen with Jacob & Co. jewelry

Heidi Klum in Versace



Keiran Shipka in Delpozo


Taylor Schilling in Thakoon



Kerry Washington in Marchesa


Tina Fey in Narciso Rodriguez



Kaley Cuoco in Vera Wang


Carrie Underwood in Romona Keveza


Linda Cardellini in Donna Karan Atelier


Jessica Pare in Oscar de la Renta

Tip of the Day

Monday Motivation!!!!


Friday, September 20, 2013

Entertainment

SEPTEMBER 21, 2013    CONCERT UNDER THE STARS,  LA CRESCENTA, CA

Experience the sights, sounds, and taste of Brazil! An unforgettable evening of Brazilian Jazz and traditional Brazilian Rhythms. Fun for the entire family.

Highlights:
FREE event open to the public
Plenty of onsite parking
Food trucks will be on site with fantastic food
Attend for the wonderful entertainment, support a wonderful cause: Benefiting the Crescenta Valley Drug and Alcohol Prevention Coalition!

For more information, please visit: http://montrose.patch.com/groups/events/p/concert-under-the-stars-an-evening-of-brazilian-jazz

SEPTEMBER 20 - 22, 2013  DANISH DAYS, SOLVANG, CA       



Traditional Danish foods, costumed folk dancers, three parades, an old world artisan marketplace, a Viking encampment, Danish history. culture demos, and kids activities. Located in the Solvang Village.
For more information, please visit: http://www.solvangusa.com/


SEPTEMBER 21, 2013   75TH ANNUAL MID-AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL     LA, CA



The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, also known Zhongqiu Festival, is a popular harvest festival celebrated by the Chinese dating back over 3,000 years. Celebrate this traditional festival, LA Chinatown-style! Will be a great experience for the children also.

EXPERIENCE:
* Live music on the LA Weekly stage curated by Kevin Bronson of Buzzbands.LA featuring: 5 p.m. Victory, 6 p.m. North American, 7 p.m. Black Hi-Lighter, 8 p.m. Avid Dancer, 9 p.m. Body Parts, 10 p.m. The Little Ones and 11 p.m. Kan Wakan.

* Outdoor baccarat lounge hosted by Las Vegas Sands Corporation 

* Exciting Bamboo Lane Asian Night Market

* Harvest moon viewing with telescopes provided by Griffith Observatory

* Craft beer garden featuring LA-based craft breweries

* Roaming cultural acts such as lion dancers and kung fu artists

* Hands-on cultural workshops for all ages

* Complimentary moon cake sampling provided by Chinatown bakeries

* Art gallery openings

* Live cooking demos by Chinatown chefs

* LA's favorite gourmet food trucks


For more information, please visit: http://chinatownla.com/history.php


SEPTEMBER 21, 2013    TASTE OF DOWNTOWN & ARTE DE TIZA, PASO ROBLES, CA


Food from local restaurants, sweet shops, coffee houses, and wineries; sidewalk chalk art; and music. Downtown restaurants and Downtown Park.
For more information, please visit: http://pasoroblesdowntown.org/


SEPTEMBER 13 - OCTOBER 13, 2013     EL CAPITAN THEATRE, HOLLYWOOD CA


The Disney classic is coming back in 3D for only one month at the El Capitan Theatre located in Hollywood, CA. Before the movie, see Sofia from Sofia the First live on stage. After the movie, see Ariel live on stage!!! This is a movie that you definitely don't want to miss seeing in 3D.
For more information please visit: http://elcapitan.go.com/


AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 29, 2013     LA COUNTY FAIR     POMONA CA


Wonderful family Fair that I can't say much about except it's a must!!!!! There's outstanding food, entertainment, attractions, shopping and much more.
For more information please visit: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2013/



Thursday, September 19, 2013

Food/Cooking

Thirsty Thursday

Strawberry Watermelon Mint Infused Water!!!!


This is perfect for a nice summer day or all year long. It's healthy for you and delicious. If you have children who don't like to drink water, this is a clever way to get them drink their H2O. Enjoy and let us know how much you loved it :)

10 large organic strawberries
½ cup of sliced organic watermelon
¼ cup of mint leaves
6 cups of water
Ice

Instructions:
Fill the bottom of a pitcher with the ice cubes and top it with strawberries, watermelon and mint leaves. Fill the rest of the way with filtered water and 

let it cool.



Wednesday, September 18, 2013

At Home


HAPPY WEDNESDAY!!!!!

Here's a great idea that would help with the chores/housework. You can designate with days of the week and even assign some of the tasks to the children.

Friday, September 13, 2013

Entertainment

SEPTEMBER 13 - OCTOBER 13, 2013     EL CAPITAN THEATRE, HOLLYWOOD CA


The Disney classic is coming back in 3D for only one month at the El Capitan Theatre located in Hollywood, CA. Before the movie, see Sofia from Sofia the First live on stage. After the movie, see Ariel live on stage!!! This is a movie that you definitely don't want to miss seeing in 3D.
For more information please visit: http://elcapitan.go.com/


SEPTEMBER 14, 2013     CINDERELLA A MAGICAL MUSICAL,    3RD STREET PROMENADE  SANTA MONICA, CA 

After being told by her mean step-mothers and step-sisters that she won't be allowed to go to the ball, Cinderella discovers that with a little help from her mice friends and her fairy God-Mother, dreams really can come true! Follow Cinderella as she is transformed from rags to riches! Will Prince Charming find the girl who lost the glass slipper?This magical musical journey is one hour long, audience interactive and fun for ages 3 and up!
For more information, please visit: http://www.creatingarts.org/



SEPTEMBER 15, 2013   PALOS VERDES CONCOURS d'ELEGANCE,    RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CA





This is the most elegant car shows. More than 200 American and European classic automobiles assemble on the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Will take place at the Trump National Golf Club.

The “Featured Car” at the 2013 Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance will be this 1933 Duesenberg SJ Torpedo Sedan which wears a California license plate reading “20 Grand”, since that was the original sales price of the car. Part of the Nethercutt Collection, it was restored in 1979 and took top honors at Pebble Beach in 1980. It was originally built for display at the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair Century of Progress Exhibition.

This year's theme is the "Age of Elegance” by showcasing some of the world’s most luxurious classic automobiles. Featured classics include Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Duesenberg and the coachwork of Raymond Dietrich. The Concours will also recognize the centennial of Aston Martin, the 60th anniversary of the Corvette, and the 50th anniversary of the Loewy Avanti. Other classes will showcase post-war luxury cars, and a full range of sports cars. Preservation cars - automobiles that are in original and well maintained condition - will be displayed alongside the restored cars.


For more information please visit: http://www.pvconcours.org/



AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 29, 2013     LA COUNTY FAIR     POMONA CA


Wonderful family Fair that I can't say much about except it's a must!!!!! There's outstanding food, entertainment, attractions, shopping and much more.
For more information please visit: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2013/



SEPTEMBER 14, 2013   MUSE/IQUE PERFORMS AT THE GLENDALE GALLERIA      GLENDALE, CA



Counter-conventional orchestra, MUSE/IQUE gives a free concert at Glendale Galleria (Macy's Court, lower level). MUSE/IQUE features a limitless style of an eclectic mix of jazz, world, ancient and orchestra music strategically accented by string instruments. The critically-acclaimed group of entertainers fuses new voices with compelling visual, cinematic and dance artists from various genres from unexpected locations.
Founded in March 2011 by Artistic Director, Rachael Worby, MUSE/IQUE brings a fresh perspective to live music and multidisciplinary arts giving its audience a wild adventure in sound. Will take place from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. 
For more information please visit: http://www.glendalegalleria.com/

HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY UNIQUE MOTHER!!!!


Today Unique Mother is turning 1 year old!!!! I can't believe it's been a year that I've been sharing with you all the amazing and wonderful journey of motherhood. It has been a fantastic year of learning, exploring, and enjoying this time in my life with my 2 little Princesses. I'm so very grateful to be able to share with you all through my blog this beautiful journey. It's an absolute pleasure, and I want to thank my fans, all the unique mothers, and mothers to be for their every day inspiration.

When my career took an unexpected turn from the business world and all of a sudden I was a stay at home mom to two beautiful Princesses, ages 1 and 3 1/2, I wanted to spend as much quality time that I can with my children. Creating exceptional memories with them was the thing that I looked forward to the most. To my surprise, I wasn’t able to find a good source of unique local options. Wanting to entertain the girls, while providing them with a unique positive experience, was proving to be a daunting task. I was getting nowhere spending much of my precious time surfing from one website to another. 
That's when I had an idea and with much thought, care and time UNIQUE MOTHER was born :) 

Today, I'm happy to tell you that we are growing. UNIQUE MOTHER will continue to bring you Entertainment ideas, Health/Wellness, Beauty/Fashion, Cooking, Love/Romance, Travel, Parenting tips and much more.  I hope that UNIQUE MOTHER will truly be a resourceful place for you and leave you coming back for more.

This is a new chapter in my life and I’m grateful, honored, happy, excited, proud and anxious to have you all share this journey with me. I wish to motivate, inspire, enlighten and create a place, where you have all things unique making motherhood positively pleasant and uniquely unforgettable. 
Thank you and I look forward to your positive feedback. 


With much love,

Suzanna Sinapyan, MBA
Founder and CEO of Unique Mother
info@uniquemother.com






Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Food/Cooking

Cheesy Cauliflower Patties 





1 head cauliflower
2 large eggs
1/2 c cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c panko (found in the bread crumb aisle, healthier option)
1/2 t cayenne pepper (more of less to taste)
salt
olive oil

Cut cauliflower into florets & steam until tender. Mash the cauliflower while still warm. Stir cheese, eggs, panko, cayenne & salt to taste.

Coat the bottom of a griddle or skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Form the cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across. Cook until golden brown & set, about 3 minutes per side. Keep each batch warm in the oven while you cook the rest.

Sunday, September 8, 2013

Parenting

7 Back to School Backpack Safety Tips 



With school being back in session, below is a great article with tips for parents from medicaldaily.com. I wanted to share with you all and hope that you will read and educate your children about the safety of backpacks and how to use them.

http://www.medicaldaily.com/7-back-school-backpack-safety-tips-your-child-254359

Saturday, September 7, 2013

Entertainment

SEPTEMBER 7, 2013    12:30-5:00PM      CALIFORNIA BEER FESTIVAL, SAN DIMAS CA


The Legendary California Beer Festival (CBF) is coming back to Bonelli park bigger and better in 2013! This lake side Craft Beer festival features over 70 craft brews on tap, food trucks, live music and bikini Bocce Ball! CBF is the event of the year for any beer enthusiast! CBF''s main goal is to shine a light on the craft beer movement and celebrate great beer! For one low price, you will receive a souvenir tasting cup to sample some of the best craft beers from around the world and listen to amazing music! This is a chance to expand your mind and educate yourself on new and old styles of craft beer! You must be 21 year of age or older with a valid ID to enter CBF. Kids 10 and Under are free. All children must be accompanied by an adult that has purchased a designated driver ticket. 
For more information please visit: http://www.californiabeerfestival.com/sandimas.php


SEPTEMBER 6-8, 2013       TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL, DANA POINT CA




This year, the Ocean Institute is celebrating its 29th year hosting the Toshiba Tall Ships Festival! Go and explore the majesty and wonder of tall ships through the smells, sounds and sights of real working tall ships. Interactive living-history encampments including blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages and are not to be missed.
Inside the Ocean Institute, discover a sunken city and underwater archaeology through a series of interactive labs and activities. Search for treasure, participate in a fun-filled pirate parrot show and get up close and personal with some of the ocean’s most amazing sea creatures, including sea stars, jellies, rays and octopuses. And back by popular demand this year, your child may participate in the Friendly Pirate School! Watch as your child learns to talk like a pirate, walk like a pirate and sing like a pirate!
New this year:
Jake and the Never Land Pirates experience: Join Disney Junior andRadio Disney Junior for a fun-filledJake and the Never Land Piratesexperience on Saturday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Go and dance, sing, talk like a pirate with your mateys!
For more information please visit: http://www.tallshipsfestival.com/




SEPTEMBER 8, 2013    COASTLINE CAR CLASSIC, CORONA DEL MAR CA




An extraordinary motorsport event showcasing the elegance, craftsmanship, and beauty of the most distinguished and unique automobiles in Southern California. Held in the world-class seaside location of Big Corona del Mar State Beach, thousands of family, friends and extreme car enthusiasts will spend the day viewing over 150 vintage & dealer select automobiles in 16 classes at this judged event. Festivities include live entertainment, food & beverages, unique vendor exhibits, VIP hospitality and awards ceremony emceed by Automotive Commentators Dave Kunz (KABC) & Art Gould (KPFK). 

For more information please visit: http://www.cdmchamber.com/events/carshow/



SEPTEMBER 6-8, 2013     LA GUITARRA CALIFORNIA FESTIVAL, SAN LUIS OBISPO CA


This one is for all the Guitar lovers. Fifteen world renowned classical guitarists in nine concerts; plus five master classess, a free lecture, guitar auctions, and 40 guitar makers exhibiting in the vendor fair.
The world renowned artists are from England, Russia, Spain, Paraguay, France, Brazil, Israel, Belgium, and America. 
For more information please visit: http://www.laguitarracalifornia.com/


AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 29, 2013     LA COUNTY FAIR     POMONA CA


Wonderful family Fair that I can't say much about except it's a must!!!!! There's outstanding food, entertainment, attractions, shopping and much more.
For more information please visit: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2013/