Torrance has a lot to offer first-time visitors. Between innovative craft breweries, leisurely shopping, exciting cuisine and an uncrowded beach, there are endless possibilities of things to do! We’ve put together this list of local interests not to be missed for anyone visiting Torrance for the first time. Torrance Beach What if we told you […]
Before I realized it, I was in Torrance. An easy flight from Sacramento, we touched down in LAX and took a short drive to Torrance. Once we arrived, I quickly realized we were no longer in L.A. and instead transformed into a laid-back, beach city. All the traffic, smog and rushed energy that is typical […]
Even if you’ve never visited Torrance, you know the city from its hundreds of on-screen appearances. From the beach to residential areas, Torrance offers a variety of looks and settings which is a big appeal to film and TV location scouts. Locations, locations, locations Take your pick from family neighborhoods, an uncrowded SoCal beach, marshlands, […]
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Torrance wants to be in your next film and will work hard to make that happen—provide locations, make permitting fast and affordable, care for your crew, and whatever else you need to keep production moving. Permitting ease and support Nothing kills a creative buzz faster than bureaucratic red tape. Torrance gets that, and it’s why […]
There’s a very good chance that Torrance can offer the right interior or exterior setting for just about any story you want to film—comedy or drama, big screen or small. Torrance Beach: No stranger to film, this 1.5-mile stretch of unspoiled SoCal beach offers an uncrowded setting and spectacular views of the Palos Verdes cliffs. […]
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King’s Hawaiian bread is iconic. You probably know the King’s Hawaiian products from their bright orange packages which serve as shining beacons of bread in your local grocery. You love them because of their super-soft texture and their slight sweetness. From dinners rolls to hot dog buns, it is the bread that transforms a meal […]
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Torrance has the best of all worlds. All around you are locations you’ll recognize from movies and TV shows—even a famous recording studio (The building at 1327 Cabrillo Avenue is where N.W.A recorded “Straight Outta Compton”). And you’re not far from Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Malibu, so there’s a pretty good chance of seeing faces […]
Let’s start by confessing that there’s way too much to do in Torrance to choose from. So we put together an itinerary for exploring the artistic, historic, natural, and cultural treasures in and near Torrance. Day 1: Getting to Know Torrance Morning: Start with a leisurely breakfast at Eat at Rudy’s in Historic Old Torrance. […]
Let’s start by confessing that there’s way too much to do in Torrance to choose from. So we put together an itinerary of local favorites for eating, drinking, and shopping. Day 1: Get Familiar Morning: Head to King’s Hawaiian Bakery & Restaurant for some to-die-for French toast before you cruise down to Torrance Beach for […]
The South Coast Botanic Garden, located within the heart of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, is flourishing proof that trash can transform into treasure. The 87-acre site—which features 13 specialty gardens, a host of remarkable plant collections, and several sublime event venues—was once a county dump. The project to convert the landfill into a botanic garden […]
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Image source: Shutterstock California is coming into full color as spring flowers bloom – and the best place to see it all is in Torrance, California. Escape the traffic and congestion when you head just outside L.A. to literally stop and smell the flowers. Start packing, book your stay and check out these two main […]
Last night was great. Today, you’ve slept in and you’re ready for the nearest brunch destination for your Torrance trip. We’ve done the research for you and here are some of our favorites. Forks up, let’s do this. Courtesy the DoubleTree Ready to class it up a bit? Take your swank over to Andre’s at […]