From her favourite brunch spot to retail therapy destinations, this fitness guru shows us the coolest spots to be at in LA
Growing up, Beatrice “Bebe” Ding spent most of her childhood travelling between Los Angeles and Singapore. So it’s no surprise that the Californian city has a special place in her heart—On top of living there, the fitness-driven city had also inspired her and her siblings to start the cult favourite spin studio CruCycle.
When it comes to finding the coolest spots in LA, Ding is the one to ask. Below, she shares some of her favourite places to be at in the vibrant city.
In case you missed it: CruCycle co-founder Bebe Ding on what it means to train both the body and mind
Favourite brunch spot?
Gjelina in Venice is a must‐visit every time I go back to LA. Located on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in a cosy and rustic setting, it serves simple Californian food that is made skilfully and beautifully. Besides the wood‐fired pizzas and heartier meat dishes such as pork meatballs, duck confit, pan‐seared steaks and beef cheek orecchiette, each one of its vegetable dishes is, quite frankly, a star. Brunch and LA sunshine are synonymous, so I also have to recommend the oceanside Malibu Farm; Salt’s Cure for oatmeal griddle cakes; Superba in Hollywood for a courtyard vibe with an extensive menu and an oyster bar; as well as Polo Lounge in The Beverly Hills Hotel and The Tower Bar in Sunset Tower Hotel for a classic Hollywood‐style ambience.
Best place for views?
These spots let you pretty much just soak in unobstructed views of the city: Soho House West Hollywood, Casa Madera and The West Hollywood Edition hotel’s rooftop bar.
