Hi!

Today I read the op-ed in LA Weekly by the Preux and Proper owner, Josh Kopel. When this group started, it was a dream of mine to meet you while enjoying a drink or a meal and build a community of people who enjoy the city and wanted to explore its food. It’s surreal to think that we have been in lockdown for this long. I know many restaurants may be struggling and if you have a favorite, a local gem, please share with us.

Losing hair really badly!!! :( I dont know if its the thyroid meds or just pregnancy. I'm currently 13 weeks. Any recommendations? I'm doing the hair oil stuff but that will take time.

Anyone here can share experience with dating/relationships and weight-gain? I am not obese, but definitely overweight. I lead a relatively healthy life but know I can do more. However, I find that my weight keeps me from socializing, meeting new people and dating. How can I improve my self-esteem?

Dry January. Anyone have it turn into the kick off for a longer term plan? Considering this.

Sibling is 52 days sober from heroin/cocaine, but I just found a syringe and alcohol wipes under their pillow.

They have been passing observed urine tests, how is it possible that they’re using? Any ideas?

Okay, thank the stars this “estimated 9.2lb baby” was only 8lbs even. 😅

Anyone have gallstones or cholestasis during pregnancy? I was diagnosed this weekend at 28 weeks. Going through a gallbladder attack as I type this 😢

Celiac anyone? Celiac is just the extreme form of glute allergy there is with stomach cramps, disorientation, brain fog, diarrhea etc. Worried to go back on the road and eat outside with many sad and painful experiences. Are there any road warriors who have survived it well? Appreciate any tips!

Changes in the healthplans are going to drive me to spend hundreds in out of pocket early on and I'll meet my deductible whether high or low. Any advice on how to choose a policy?

Did you do the NIPT? I just had my first prenatal appt and they scheduled me for the NIPT at 10 weeks. I’m a little nervous and anxious. Did anyone get it and got a false positive? Do you not recommend it? I wish I could ask family but we’re not telling anyone until the 12 weeks mark.

What are your go to wines for sub $15? Looking for something new to drink this weekend!

Anyone here being prescribed strattera for ADHD? I got diagnosed today and wanted to hear about your experiences.

I’ve bought Arrid Extra Dry cream deodorant by the case for decades, and they’ve stopped making it! Using Mitchum now and I don’t like the smell, I sweat through Secret... what do you all use?

I am just waiting on the next Netflix documentary! 🏎

352 turnip price! Time on my island is 2:55 and I’ll be on a while

My firm recently switched to a time keeping system that monitors everything you do on your computer. I have ADHD and often google random things (I.e. scores of games; actors in movies/shows; news articles; etc.) has anyone had a problem with AI monitoring and/or management getting on you?

Any trial prep tips and tricks for an associate second-chairing a medical malpractice case for the first time?

Literally all of my LinkedIn connections are recruiters lmao

I'm glad there's now a bowl for small business owners.

What are your top 3 challenges that you face?

I'll start. I own a wine business for background information.

1. Getting people to buy wine virtually
2. Shipping cost
3. Supply

How to complete TQ in Accenture

Upload button in etax is not working for me. I am not able to upload any tax proofs because of the same. Anyone else facing the same issue?

After you are stealth laid off, other than job search, what do you do? I assume they won’t give you work and even if they do, you can politely decline? How do you feel about you are not progressing anymore and seeing other people progressing in their career? I have no intention to make partner, but still feel a bit stuck not doing that much.

How do I know Big-Law is not for me?

I am a first year who just started a couple of months ago and I am literally confused all the time. I did some small work for two partners and they loved it, so put me on new deals but the mid levels I am staffed with absolutely hate the work I do. One said the work I did was laughable. I felt bed because I spent over 25 hours on this. I wouldn’t be very bothered but the other Associates in my class are killing it. So I just feel dumb all the time.

Should I take more initiative? It’s my stub year and I’m getting worried. My hours have been super low the past two months, I’m talking like maybe billing 3-4 hours a day and billing no hours on multiple days. I ask for work but the tasks I get don’t require a lot of time. Should I be reaching out more?

Anyone have any insight into the financial services practice group at Troutman Pepper?

Went through multi-day loop for L5 SA and felt confident in my interactions. Presentation went well with no lack of answers for follow up questions. Just found out 6 days later I will not be receiving an offer, and it is policy to not provide feedback of gaps or reasons behind no offer. Also found out they ask you not to reapply for 1 to 2 years for same role. Would anyone recommend an alternate path for feedback on interview (outside of recruiter) and is the 1-2 year policy true?

I'm going from working at a non IT industry to an IT firm. As an introvert I've faced a lot of difficulty in my career... Now since I'm also shifting to another industry completely, I'm feeling very insecure about my life at work. Please give me tips on how to make friends and be in the good books of the managers.

30 July was special.
Salary credited. Tax debited.
Both were equal.
Ab pura August daal-chawal khaake!

Hi fishes.

Can somebody please refer me for a legal (contract management services role) in Infosys. I carry 5.5 years of experience. Thanks in advance!

Hey guys,
Planning for company switch. Currently working as senior QA engineer ( Manual+ Automation) with 4 yoe. Please refer me if there's any opening at your company.
Thanks!

Hi everyone! Thank you for indulging me in this idea. I’m planning to send out a survey tomorrow to see what/when/where is the best time to do a meet up. I’m shooting for mid-March. V excited!

Attended a few Disco Dining events last year. They’re sporadic but interesting.

Anyone interested in getting together for an outdoor patio/rooftop dinner (with all proper safety protocols) in the next couple of weeks?

Anyone else avoiding dining out now because of the virus?

Hi everyone! Let's get together for a meal and a Meetup!

Hi everyone! Gonna send our first meet up invite later tonight. I’m finalizing arrangements with the restaurant. Stay tuned!

😭 tonight was supposed to be reservations at n/naka for my birthday 😭

Spouse made reservations for my birthday at n/Naka that will probably be cancelled due to the LA County news about extending stay-at-home 😭😷

With things as they are, anybody have favorite delivery or pick-up spots for dinners? Cooking is fun but starting to get repetitive!

Anyone else think you're better off going to a restaurant than a grocery store? Went out for dinner the other night and there wasn't a soul in the place. No waiting either. e10 DT gets a thumbs up

Best Viet/pho spots? I had found my own gem before moving from SF Bay area, but now need a new watering hole. Only place I have been is Little Sister. Very good but not sure pho is their specialty

Hi! Sharing this bowl in a few threads to gain some interest.

The Burrow in DTLA makes a stellar sandwich. One of the few places I've seen that imports jamon iberico. Very cool lounge, tucked away in a basement with no cell service, to enjoy a drink in peace at.

Ciao! I am interested in creating a supper club in LA where people can meet and interact through the love for food. Interested? More info on IG as raguandmosh

Anyone know of K bbq “happy hours” or other cheap but good bbq options in Ktown +/- 1 neighborhood? They have them in The Bay but want to find one here.

President Thai in Pasadena.

WOW!!

Gives some of the Thai Town joints a run for their money! Highly, highly recommend.