Tag Archive: the minty

Santa Monica: Lanea Cocktail and Taco Bar introduces Picnic Packs and Canned Cocktails

    Lanea just celebrated their one-year-anniversary. I made it to the Santa Monica bar back in February and recently got delivery. There are many delivery options on their site but you can… Continue reading →

SGV: Getting Indian Takeout from Curry Time in El Monte

  I’ve been exploring different takeout options in the San Gabriel Valley. While I love Bhanu I actually enjoyed eating there, among the groceries. So I was trying to find an Indian place… Continue reading →

Beverly Hills: Takeout from Kazan Japanese

      Kazan opened earlier this year, right before the pandemic started. I was going to go try them out as I love Tatsu ramen and the chef there started this new… Continue reading →

SGV: Sandwich Cravings from Banh Mi My Tho in Rosemead

  Banh Mi My Tho is widely known for their Vietnamese sandwiches. The original location started in Alhambra and there’s a newer one in Rosemead. I popped by to grab The Special, a… Continue reading →

SGV: Winner Winner Chicken Dinner at Dong Nguyen in Alhambra

  Years ago when I used to do food crawls, I would round up a bunch of spots looking for the best of whatever I was fancying at the time. I have done… Continue reading →

North Hollywood: Curated Gift Boxes at The Other Door Bar

  Before the pandemic, I was supposed to go to The Other Door to check them out. Unfortunately of course, they had to quickly pivot their business. While they’re considering opening for outdoor… Continue reading →

SGV: Ethiopian Food Takeout from GS Ethiopian in Covina

  I’m an okay cook but after weeks, months of constantly cooking, I began to develop some very specific cravings. I wanted a Caesar salad. Caprese. Korean stew. Ethiopian food. Some stuff I… Continue reading →

SGV: Takeout Available at Dim Sum King in El Monte

  I’ve been holding restaurant and bar posts during the pandemic since I’m not sure when we’ll be able to dine in — I feel LA County will be one of the last… Continue reading →

Minty at Home: The Negroni and its Variations

  Surprise, surprise! I’m not actually going to show you how to make a Negroni. Stanley Tucci has already done a fine job of it. No, actually he did. Despite a few nitpicks,… Continue reading →

Minty at Home: Margaritas for Cinco De Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is coming up. Usually I’m conflicted about celebrating the day because I tend to have Kentucky Derby plans the same weekend. But since we’re all safer at home, I will… Continue reading →