Tag Archive: bakery

Orange County: Lunch at Utopia European Caffe

  I was in Orange County last week and stopped into the new Utopia European Caffe in Tustin. It’s located at the District at Tustin Legacy, a large shopping mall anchored by Whole… Continue reading →

Mid-City: Lady M’s Signature Crepe Cake

  I recently checked out Lady M for their signature mille crepe cake. Walking in, I was struck how starkly white the interior decor was. Then I approached the pastry case. I’ve always… Continue reading →

DTLA: Lunch at Valerie Grand Central Market

  Sometimes I hit up the Grand Central Market for lunch without knowing what I want to eat exactly. I’ll wander around thinking I can’t possibly eat at Sticky Rice again (it really… Continue reading →

First Look at Walter Manzke’s Long Awaited Republique

Years in the making, Chef Walter Manzke’s Republique is now open. My fine dining partner and I made reservations but it turned out the restaurant wasn’t officially open yet.  Luckily for us, the… Continue reading →

Eagle Rock: Happy 10 Year Anniversary, Auntie Em!

Auntie Em’s Kitchen in Eagle Rock celebrates 10 years this year. To celebrate, they are launching a new dinner series once a month that starts Wednesday, August 29th. The five-course dinner will feature… Continue reading →

SF: Craftsman & Wolves

On my last San Francisco trip, I went to the new Craftsman & Wolves for a late lunch. I had heard it was best to go early in the day but I didn’t… Continue reading →

SF: Anthony’s Cookies

    After some enormous tacos from La Taqueria, we headed over to Anthony’s Cookies for a sweet tidbit. I got the oatmeal raisin which was a cute little cookie. I had a… Continue reading →

Burbank: Porto’s Bakery

I really can’t remember the first time I had Porto’s. It’s been part of  my food language as far back as I can remember. There would always be something from Porto’s at house… Continue reading →

Fast Casual PDX

While wandering around NW 23rd (“trendy-third”), we stumbled upon Two Tarts Bakery. After a meh sushi lunch, I wanted something to cleanse my palate. I chose the mint brownie and honey sesame macaron.… Continue reading →

Magnolia Bakery’s Fall Goodies

  I’ve been hearing about Magnolia Bakery for a few years now. Even before the cupcake sensation hit LA, I knew about Magnolia. Mainly through their cookbooks and word of mouth. The rumors… Continue reading →