LA Fried Chicken Fest Recap
A few months ago, someone asked me why comfort food was such a big thing in the States right now. I have a theory that with the bad economy, people were less focused… Continue reading
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The New Mo-Chica in Downtown
Mo-Chica from Chef Ricardo Zarate opened yesterday in Downtown Los Angeles. The Peruvian restaurant moved from its previous digs by USC to the new “Restaurant Row” on 7th Street. It’s exciting they’re… Continue reading
Chichen Itza at the Mercado La Paloma
When my office was across the DMV by USC, there weren’t too many places in the immediate 5-minute walking vicinity for lunch. We would have to take the USC tram or drive… Continue reading
DTLA: Lunch at Chimu
Chimu, named for the ancient people of what is now Peru, is not in fact a mythical dragon-like creature as depicted above. But it’s a cute mascot anyway. Chimu recently opened on the… Continue reading
Cheesy Times: Grilled Cheese Invitational
One sunny Sunday two weeks ago, I went to the Grilled Cheese Invitational. It was my first time checking out this event and after hearing more than a few tales of long lines… Continue reading
Mo-Chica Tasting Menu
Last Thursday, I was ready to tackle one of the restaurants on my wish list, Scarpetta. It would be my second attempt to go to the restaurant (the first time, I ended up… Continue reading
The Minty’s Favorites: Updates on Mo-Chica, Lazy Ox and Cole’s
A couple of weeks ago, I managed to use a Blackboard Eats deal on the day it was to expire for Mo-Chica, one of my favorite lunch places. I got the daily meal… Continue reading
Test Kitchen: Cebiche Night
My second time at Test Kitchen this past Monday featured ceviche or “cebiche” from Ricardo Zarate as listed on the website. Chef Ricardo is the chef at both Wabi Sabi and Mo-Chica. He… Continue reading
Los Balcones del Peru
Last week, I met up with a friend for lunch at Los Balcones del Peru. I had only been there one other time after a sake tasting next door at K&L. I remember… Continue reading
I Want Mo-Mo-Mo-Chica
One of my favorite spots is Natalie Peruvian. However, I’m always down to try something new. And I heard Mo-Chica was serving up “gourmet” Peruvian. Oh really, let’s go! I visited on Friday… Continue reading