Old Town Artisans
Read moreIn the heart of El Presidio, this block is made up of a succession of boutiques organized around a pretty, shady garden that houses the terrace of Jojo's Restaurant. It's a pleasure to move from a vinyl store to a small independent chain selling printed T-shirts, which in turn leads to a space specializing in tableware, adjacent to a craft workshop selling drawings and paintings... In short, you move from one universe to another as you stroll along. A very pleasant experience. Everything is made locally.
Leela Market
Read moreWe've fallen in love with this ready-to-wear boutique just outside Old Town, on commercial 5th Avenue. In front of the entrance, it's not unusual to find two racks of tempting discounts on jeans and jackets, as well as shirts and t-shirts. Inside, more choice, from shoes to sunglasses to fine pendants, as well as a vast collection of clothing. All in a sober but trendy style, very L.A. "cool kid". Plus: good value for money.