Katherine Kims

Just like Korean popular music (a.k.a. K-pop), Korean beauty has made headlines in the wider U.S. over the past few years. Do-it-yourself, single-use Korean sheet masks can now be purchased at most beauty retailers, so it’s no surprise that Korean spas have also surged in popularity, offers soaking tubs, saunas, steam rooms and a host of body treatments and massage therapies to guests. In L.A., though, they’ve seemingly always been popular. In particular, Koreatown has no shortage of Korean spas to choose from, with many offering extended hours (K-town is known for having a bustling late-night scene), an on-site restaurant and co-ed jimjilbang (communal rooms) for men, women and children.  Most Korean spas require an admission fee ($15–$30) for non-members, but if you choose an expensive treatment this fee is often waived. Seaweed wraps, body scrubs, facials, acupressure and mani-pedi services are typical, but services differ between spas (and are sometimes cheaper for members). Treatments are optional, as many guests choose to simply use the spa facilities for the day. Since children are welcome at many of the spas, they tend to attract families and large groups. It’s wise to arrive early to avoid crowds for a more exclusive experience.  Relaxation and rejuvenation are the name of the game at Korean spas where you can work out any muscle kinks and leave feeling refreshed. Once you’ve visited the best Korean spas in L.A., be sure to also check out the city’s other top spas be

In this town, you can throw a stone in any direction and you'll find actors shuttling between auditions, writers working on their next script and freelancers loitering in coffee shops and outdoor cafes. As laptops crowd cafes and coffee houses, you might ask, "do these people work?" (Afterall, this is an "it's always summer in Los Angeles" town. Having those best beaches nearby is pretty tempting.) The short answer? Yes, we do work. Pack your laptop, bring your headphones and get ready to work at LA's best coffee shop home offices. RECOMMENDED:Best coffee shops in L.A.

It's summer in LA and that means beach escapes and the great outdoors. Before hitting the sand or heading to the Hollywood Bowl or catching an outdoor movie, stop by the city's best gourmet food stores for a DIY picnic or pre-made box to-go. And for every other season of the year, stock up on gourmet food items from artisan condiments and fancy confections to local cheeses and homemade baked goods. RECOMMENDED: Best Restaurants in Los Angeles and the best shops in LA

You've boozed at the city's best cocktails bars, tippled on mescal and tequila cocktails, checked out the scene at singles bars, and made your rounds at the best new bars. Now, meet the barmen behind LA's favorite watering holes and tasty libations. We chatted them up about their favorite cocktails and bars, what trend they'd like to go away ASAP, their penchant for dive bars and daiquiris, and a first-kiss story involving a grade-school teacher.