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City Guide: Los Angeles by Blake Mycoskie - Founder of Toms Shoes
Blake Mycoskie has traveled all over the world in his role as Chief Shoegiver for TOMS, but back in 2006 he and five interns started the philanthropic company from a small Venice Beach apartment. Since then TOMS is living proof a simple...
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Blake Mycoskie has traveled all over the world in his role as Chief Shoegiver for TOMS, but back in 2006 he and five interns started the philanthropic company from a small Venice Beach apartment. Since then TOMS is living proof a simple idea can grow into a global movement: TOMS Shoes has provided over 35 million pairs of shoes to children since 2006, TOMS Eyewear has restored sight to over 275,000 since 2011 and TOMS Roasting Company has helped provide over 67,000 weeks of safe water since launching in 2014.
Blake Mycoskie, Founder and Chief Shoegiver of TOMS
Blake Mycoskie's Los Angeles City Guide
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In 2015, TOMS Bag Collection was founded with the mission to help provide training for skilled birth attendants and distribute birth kits containing items that help a woman safely deliver her baby. We recently had the chance to catch up with Chief Shoegiver/Founder of TOMS, Blake Mycoskie, in-between his shoe drops, daddy duties & philanthropy work to talk about his Los Angeles 'hood and what inspires him at home. Read on for Blake Mycoksie's City Guide to Los Angeles!
What’s your favorite café? What do you order? TOMS Roasting Co on Abbot Kinney in Venice and I order an Americano!
Best Dinner Party Spot in Los Angeles
Blake Mycoskie's Los Angeles City Guide
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What restaurant would you choose to host a dinner party at with friends and family? The Old Place in Malibu because it’s nestled into the hills of Malibu and it feels like a 1960’s time capsule. The food and music are amazing along with a mix of locals.
What is your favorite boutique hotel in your city for a staycation?The ACE DTLA
Must See Los Angeles Wedding Venue
Blake Mycoskie's Los Angeles City Guide
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From the weddings that you have attended in Los Angeles, what is your favorite wedding venue? The Adamson House – it’s beautiful because it’s historical and the view is quintessential SoCal.
What is your favorite brunch spot? Gjelina Venice.
Favorite store/place to shop for clothes? Home décor? The Burro and The General Store in Venice
Favorite place to see live music? Inside or outside (or both!) The Hollywood Bowl
Is there a place in the city you haven’t been, but it’s the next place you MUST see or eat at? Topanga – it’s where I feel at home. It’s my favorite staycation.
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