DTLA: China Cafe at Grand Central Market
China Cafe has long fascinated me. It’s in the center of the Grand Central Market. Known for their wontons, I was skeptical this busy lunch counter could be any good. There’s only one… Continue reading
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The Churchill Celebrates Their 1-Year Anniversary Tonight With $6 Cocktails
The Churchill recently revamped their food and bar menu with new Executive Chef Bruce Kalman and “Barlady” Mia Sarazen. I checked out the new offerings last week but before I get into that,… Continue reading
New Fall Cocktails and Offal-y Spooky Halloween at Wood & Vine
A few weeks back, I went over to Wood & Vine for a a bite and drink after the LA Weekly Awards (I had been nominated for Best Bar Blogger). There Head Bartender… Continue reading
The Minty’s 2012 Hot Bartender Nominations
Hello, hello! I need your help! I’m now taking nominations for your favorite bartenders. I’m running a few bar crawls leading up to my big party on Tuesday, December 11 but that means… Continue reading
West Hollywood: Birthday Dinner at Mercato di Vetro
After drinks at Playa, I headed over to Mercato di Vetro for an impromptu birthday dinner. After my SF Labor Day weekend trip, I really didn’t want to do anything for my birthday.… Continue reading
SF: Checking out Betelnut
When I was last in San Francisco, I wanted to do a little get together with everyone there and Tracy from Dishcrawl suggested Betelnut. I was looking for something casual, fun and with… Continue reading
Oakland: Dinner at Camino
On my last trip to SF, I decided to fly into Oakland and check out the scene there. After having drinks at Boot & Shoe Service, we headed to Camino for dinner. I… Continue reading
The Minty is Turning Three! Let’s Party!
Back in November 2009 when I launched The Minty, I really had not expected it to be more than a diary of a foodie. Between the tales of bad dates, musings on… Continue reading
Bar Hopping in Oakland: Boot & Shoe Service and Prizefighter
Over Labor Day weekend, I took a quickie trip up to SF for my birthday. I flew into Oakland and we decided to make a night out of it. I had heard so… Continue reading
Better Weather Festival at Golden Road Brewing Recap Or Single Ladies, Take Note
Recently Golden Road Brewing held the Better Weather Festival at their brewery. I gave away tickets and headed out to enjoy the day. Despite bad traffic and getting lost, I eventually found… Continue reading