Single readers, you're in luck. Each week, Time Out will feature one of our very own smart, sexy, eligible buddies for your potential dating pleasure. No crazies, no creeps, no pressure. Enjoy!
We're starting with our friends for now, but we're also taking recommendations. Do you have a single friend who's a total catch? Nominate them below.
Lauren was recommended by Kate Wertheimer, our senior associate editor: "I have this friend, Lauren. She's confident, strong (both mentally and physically—girl works out) and fucking hilarious. She'll make jokes all day, but she doesn't suffer fools and certainly won't date one. If you treat her right you may get to meet her pit mix, Beef Wellington, or taste her Louisiana-style home cooking. Lauren is my go-to girl for solid advice, ass-kicking hikes and nights on the town (or on the couch with a bottle of wine). Any guy would be lucky to hang with this babe."
Here's Lauren, in her own words:
What's at the top of your LA bucket list? There are a few things I would like to accomplish before ever leaving LA: Stand up on a surfboard, visit every museum, get an e-meter reading at the Scientology center and talk loudly on a cellphone in a convertible to feel important.
What LA stereotype do you kind of live up to? I got into exercise and fitness when I moved here. Becoming a spin instructor is about the pinnacle of my LA-ness and it amuses my out-of-state friends to no end.
What fictional LA character would you most like to spend the day with? Kim Kardashian.
What's the best part about dating in LA? I love getting to know new people, and there are plenty of very motivated, talented, quick-witted and interesting people to meet here. And LA has a ton of great neighborhoods to explore on dates.
Beach, mountains or desert? Jumbo's Clown Room.
Think you and Lauren might hit it off? Shoot her an email at timeoutlauren@gmail.com (include a photo!) and let the sparks fly.
Still looking? Meet our other sexy single friends.
If you've got a great single friend that should be featured here, send us an email at dating.la@timeout.com or nominate them below.