Tag Archive: restaurant review

Chinatown: Chego! Now Open

When Chego! first opened years ago on Overland, I hadn’t met Chef Roy Choi yet. I went, I ate, I assessed, I blogged. Things have changed a lot in 3 years. I like… Continue reading

DTLA: Blossom Vietnamese Restaurant

This must be the year I re-visit restaurants I’ve only been to once. I had gone to Blossom years ago one night and thought it was fine. I love the wonderful pho joints… Continue reading

Culver City: Dinner and Cocktails at Muddy Leek

I checked Muddy Leek in Culver City recently. I had been hearing good things about the new American restaurant. Talk of foraging was intriguing. Plus they have a great bread and pastry program… Continue reading

DTLA: Dinner at Bar Ama

When I first started going to Bar Ama, I was swinging by for lunch. I’ve now gone in a few times for dinner and it’s a different vibe. Both are excellent but there’s… Continue reading

Las Vegas: Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare

When I was in Las Vegas late last year, I was torn about going to both Milos, my favorite seafood restaurant and the touted Bartolotta. I love seafood but just how much can… Continue reading

Las Vegas: Tacos El Gordo

Since airport food tends to be so horrible, I rather wait until I get to my destination for food. This usually then means eating at an odd hour when I finally get into… Continue reading

Las Vegas: Lunch at Kimchi Korean

I can’t believe I turned into someone who looks for familiar food when traveling.  Sure, I’m still very adventurous and love to try new food but when I’m away, I get a terrible… Continue reading

Mid-City: Checking Out Burgers at Fat Cow at The Grove

The Fat Cow at the Grove hasn’t gotten the best press beginning with its awful name and “I’ll eat there because I’m catching a movie or doing some shopping” Grove location. I have… Continue reading

Century City: Happy Hour at Rock Sugar

After a long day of shopping, we popped into Rock Sugar for happy hour. I was delighted to find happy hour is available every day at this exotically decorated restaurant. There’s a decided… Continue reading

DTLA: Lunch at Cafe Pinot with Chef Sydney Hunter

It has been a while since I’ve been in to Cafe Pinot. I recently went back to see what’s changed now that Chef Sydney Hunter III has been in the kitchen for over… Continue reading