Natalie Arroyo Camacho

As a writer and first-generation Mexican American born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, I'm passionate about celebrating the communities in the 818. That passion fueled the founding of Viva the Valley in November 2020 and it continues to fuel its upkeeping. Full time, I'm a writer and editor at California State University, Northridge. I also am a freelancer and work with editors at websites and magazines as well as small business owners who want to share more on their business blogs.

The Vallarta on Topanga Canyon is Like Taking a Trip To México

As the sliding doors open, you’re teleported to a mercado in México — tortillería, pescadería, and carnes frescas included.

Community Drinks Food

These 13 Mediterranean Restaurants and Bakeries in the Valley Don’t Disappoint

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: One of the best parts of living here is the food!

Apparel Coffee Community Drinks Food

15 AAPI-Owned San Fernando Valley Businesses

To keep the Valley diverse, we have to support our favorite BIPOC-owned businesses — whether that takes the form of dollars, nice messages, or social media follows.