Brunching on a Friday at Terrine
When Terrine opened in December last year, it was an instant hit. And now they’ve got the brunch game in mid-city wrapped up because they serve brunch Friday-Sunday. Yes, indeed, you can… Continue reading
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Mid-City: Stew at Smoke.Oil.Salt
I recently checked out the putxero Valencia at Smoke.Oil.Salt. The Valencia-style stew is served on divided trays just like how Chef Perfecto Rocher would have it in school growing up in Spain.… Continue reading
DTLA: Classic Seafood and Gin Martinis at Water Grill
Recently I checked out Water Grill. I hadn’t been in many years and was delighted to see the renovated room. Water Grill is one of Los Angeles’ best seafood restaurants and I’m… Continue reading
Little Tokyo: Curry Karaage at Ramen Manichi
Ever since I saw the signage of a new ramen shop opening next to Daikokuya last summer, I’ve been wondering what this Ramen Manichi was like. While walking down First Street the… Continue reading
West Hollywood: Brunch at The Eveleigh with Hudson Maple Cask Rye Whiskey Recap
Late last year I got to try the Hudson Maple Cask Rye at a fabulous brunch at the Eveleigh. Hudson produces some of my favorite whiskeys and who can resist those adorable… Continue reading
Koreatown: Burgers at Cassell’s
Cassell’s Hamburgers re-opened under new owners and management at Hotel Normandie recently. The classic burger stand has retained its original crossfire broiler, grinder, patty press and recipes and philosophy of founder Al Cassell. Chef Christian… Continue reading
SGV: Old School Dim Sum at Top Island Seafood
I get asked all the time what’s my favorite dim sum spot in the San Gabriel Valley. Lately it’s been Shanghai No. 1 Seafood but I’m always interested in trying a new… Continue reading
Reseda: Getting Sri Lakan Food at Curry Leaf
Recently I found a small buffet called Curry Leaf in Reseda. I really enjoy Sri Lankan food and have done a crawl before in the Valley. I’m glad to have found another… Continue reading
Chinatown: Getting Down with the Ramen Champ
Eggslut‘s Alvin Cailan opened Ramen Champ with partners Johnny Lee (Eggslut) and Nathan Asamoto (formerly of Men Oh Ramen) a few weeks ago in Chinatown Los Angeles. At the Far East Plaza,… Continue reading
Chinatown: Noodles at Pok Pok Phat Thai
Chef Andy Ricker of Pok Pok in Portland has said he opened Pok Pok Phat Thai and the upcoming Pok Pok in Chinatown Los Angeles for the ease of getting Thai ingredients from the… Continue reading