Articles by Megan Ranegar:
It’s no secret that we get more than a little excited about good food here at Yelp, but we also love using the app to discover amazing hairdressers, mechanics, fitness classes, tailors…you name it! We’ve compiled a list of five things you may have never thought to review, but where reviews and photos are extra useful… Read more
Just like a fine wine or your favorite pair of Levi’s, your Elite badge just gets better with age. Elites with a black badge on their profile (maybe you’ve seen ’em?) have been on the Squad for ten or more years–that’s a lot of Yelping! How do they do it? We asked a few of them to share their top tips for… Read more
The 25 Best Ice Cream Shops in Los Angeles
Looking for the top spots to cool off in Los Angeles? Discover our list for the 25 most highly rated ice cream shops across LA.
Yelp’s Badge Day 2020 in Los Angeles
Photo by Marc Palanca The newly minted Yelp LA Elite Squad gathered to celebrate another year of all things local at Valley Relics! Yelpers took a step back in time perusing an airplane hanger full of old school LA memorabilia. From neon signs to classic cars to a retro arcade (that you can play!), Valley… Read more
Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month With Casita del Campo
We’ve all heard the stories and stats–opening a restaurant is no joke. Making it past the one year mark is reason for popping a few bottles of bubbly, but fifty years? That’s what we consider local legend status. Tucked in LA’s vibrant Silverlake neighborhood, Casita del Campo recently rung in their 57th year in business–color… Read more
48 Hours in Joshua Tree
Plotting your next adventure? Consider Joshua Tree, a Southern California escape that’ll leave you feeling like you stepped into an issue of National Geographic (or perhaps a Dr. Seuss book). Only two hours from Los Angeles and less than an hour from Palm Springs, Joshua Tree makes for a most magical respite for Angelenos and… Read more
New Year, New Hobby: Ten Unique Classes to Level Up in 2019
February is fast approaching and if you’re anything like us, your New Year’s Resolutions fell by the wayside weeks ago. You can totally tackle that Marie Kondo-approved closet next year, but for now, why not spark joy with a hip new hobby? Scroll on for our list of ten unconventional classes across the U.S. —… Read more
The Fruitstitute’s Top Five Tips For Tasty Backyard Fruit
When Joanna Glovinsky saw a need for a fruit tree-specific care and education service in her area, she decided to create one herself. Combining her degree in health and social change with a lot of gardening experience and a little sass, LA-based Fruitstitute was born. “Now we’re the only fruit tree-specific business for backyard growers in… Read more
Behind the Dream: Five Lessons We Can Learn From Immigrant Biz Owners
Since 2004, Yelp has worked to connect millions of people to the best in local business. In that time we’ve met thousands of passionate small business owners, a group as hard-working and diverse as any you’ll find. In this series, we share stories of just some of the people who, through their commitment to building… Read more
Hobby #Goals: Ten DIY Workshops Across the U.S.
With the holidays over and summertime in the distant future, the time is right to dig deep into a cool new hobby. Ever thought of giving DIY a try? Whether you’re wanting to macrame your way to total relaxation or low-key weld your own car parts, there’s a hands-on workshop out there for just about everyone…. Read more