New Orleans: Checking Out the Gumbo Shop
When we landed in New Orleans, we were starving as we hadn’t eaten all day. We wandered around the French Quarter trying to find something open. Most had closed right after lunch and… Continue reading
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Costa Mesa: Clam Chowder at Shuck Oyster Bar
I’m in Costa Mesa and Orange County every so often and when I’m at the SoCo Collection, I tend to plop myself down at ARC for a burger or other hearty bar… Continue reading
Going for Steak at San Manuel Casino’s The Pines Steakhouse
Where to go when you want that casino steakhouse experience without having to go all the way to Las Vegas? Why, San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino in San Bernandino County, of… Continue reading
Chinatown: Ramen Champ, Under New Ownership, Re-opens Friday, October 2
When Ramen Champ opened in Chinatown earlier this year, it was quickly lauded to be the hottest ramen joint in town. I went and loved it. Then I started taking people there and… Continue reading
Glendale: Birdbath Sized Bowls at Kanpai Ramen
I’ve been hearing about Kanpai Ramen in Glendale for a while now. Perhaps best known for their tomato ramen, they also feature a bowl with American cheese. I wasn’t quite brave enough… Continue reading
DTLA: Introducing New Chef Karo Patpatyan at Artisan House
Artisan House in Downtown Los Angeles welcomes new chef Karo Patpatyan to its kitchens. Coming from a fine dining background with many years with Wolfgang Puck, Chef Karo brings a certain sensibility… Continue reading
DTLA: Clifton’s Cafeteria Opens Tuesday, September 22
Clifton’s Cafeteria opens on Tuesday, September 22 after being closed for a number of years. I was invited to the ribbon cutting and was able to get a sneak peek at all… Continue reading
Pasadena: Spam Fried Rice Bigger Than Your Head at Guppy House
Guppy House is a local chain of modern Asian tea houses. Guppy House opened a location in Old Town Pasadena recently joining the ranks of other Asian foodie favorites like Little Sheep Hot… Continue reading
Playa del Rey: Getting Old School Italian with Catalini’s Salerno Beach Restaurant
Before I left for New Orleans earlier this month, I spent some time in Playa del Rey. My original intention of checking out all the fancy new spots in PDR… Continue reading
Newport Beach: Picnic in Style with Pandor Boulangerie
This summer has been my summer of picnics. While down in Orange County, I stopped at Pandor Boulangerie in Newport Beach to grab essentials for the perfect outdoor meal. For 6 people,… Continue reading