Inside SoCal: Geared Up for the Holidays (12/15)
More holiday gift ideas from one-stop shopping to an experience for the sporty kind.
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Erica Olsen is an Emmy-winning On-air Host for CBS Stations West (L.A., San Francisco, Sacramento) and the Integrated Marketing Executive Producer for CBS Stations. She is the Host and Executive Producer of Inside SoCal, a weekly 5-minute lifestyle series airing on CBS LA; and reporter for "Morning Mix," airing weekday mornings on KCAL9.
Additional credits include hosting the Emmy-winning pre-Grammy music special, Lexus Amazing Performances: Artist Spotlight, as well as the Emmy-nominated music special Lexus Night Out. An avid traveler herself, she has hosted and produced various local and international travel shows, and integrated content for advertisers across CBS Stations. Erica served as the pre-show host of A California Christmas at The Grove, emcee for the Aviva Center Annual Galas, host of the WICT LEA Awards and moderator for the Ultimate Women's Expo speaker series.
Erica is a graduate of the University of Kansas and has her Intermediate Sommelier certification from the International Sommelier Guild and Winemaker Certification from UC Davis. She was born and raised in Nebraska but calls Los Angeles home. When she's not working, she loves hiking with her dog, Caesar, tasting new wines, making a mess in the kitchen, and traveling the world.
More holiday gift ideas from one-stop shopping to an experience for the sporty kind.
Looking for unique gifts for those on your holiday list? Consider gifting an experience as those memories can last a lifetime.
When you visit Little Ethiopia on Farfax Avenue, this small block does a lot to inspire, educate, and feed all who pass through. From delicious doro wat to Ethiopian coffee, you're guaranteed a real taste of Africa.
When Herb Alpert picked up a trumpet for the first time 80 years ago, the course of history changed, not just for himself, but for so many musicians. Thanks to Alpert's A&M Records and Vibrato Grill & Jazz, artists have been given key platforms to get their music heard.
All Chelsie Hill wanted to do was dance. When an accident caused paralysis in her legs, she decided dance was still what she would pursue. The Rollettes are a product of her perseverance, offering a community for disabled women and inspiration for all.
For families affected by autism, travel can be challenging and stressful, often causing them to avoid it altogether. But thanks to the efforts of Autism Double-Checked, that is beginning to change.
With mild temperatures nearly year-round in Southern California, we can be outdoors more than indoors. And while a hike or swim in the ocean is great, why not try something new? Check out these groups getting sporty in the Southland!
Ninety years ago, farmers gathered on Fairfax to sell their produce for a few coins. While it looks much different today, the original Farmers Market embraces their legacy and commitment to community, while new openings keep it relevant.
Most people embrace recycling in small ways, putting plastic and cardboard into the proper blue bins, but a select few are taking their recycling efforts further and their success has never smelled so sweet.
Harvest is the most important and exciting time of year in Wine Country, filled with anticipation and long hours. So, we hit the road for a Paso Robles Adventure and found it's not just about wine. There is something for everyone to enjoy in this charming region.
Looking for a way to get out of your head? The answer might be to use your body. Learn to fly through the air on silks, or live out your dream as a superhero. Both options exist at Action Planet LA & Dragonfly Studios. So, will you dare to try?
In Chatsworth, Keith & Danny bring awareness of the plight of the honeybee. Their goal is to help you get over your fears, provide education, and even a concierge beekeeping service. You might surprise yourself and come to love, not fear, these buzzing beauties.
Known around the world, the Venice boardwalk is a symbol of Southern California culture. It also happens to be a great spot for dining -- both delicious and as unique as its visitors.
Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation is a foundation built from the passion behind an award-winning film helps keep music alive in schools across the nation, like at Glendale High School. Without the foundation's support, these students would have never learned the power of music.
Frogtown, otherwise known as Elysian Valley, is a charmingly quirky gem in the middle of Los Angeles. From shops and cafes to kayaks and the Los Angeles River, there is plenty to explore, and the best way is from the bike path!