The long days of summer are with us and with the temperature rising, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern (JFAT) has created a new line-up of summer drinks and new delectables to pair with them. My friend and I recently paid them a visit. I enjoy visiting JFAT’s Santa Monica location because it is steps away…
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Pinwheel Cafe and Bakery Offers French Experience
The French are obsessive about the quality of their food. In fact, Paris hosts an annual competition to determine ‘Le Meilleur Baguette de Paris’ or the best baguette in the city. To relive my culinary memories, I’m always on the lookout for a French bakery. Fortunately, Pinwheel Cafe and Bakery opened up in Torrance. Pinwheel…
Fireworks in LA – The Complete List
Plan Ahead and pick your place to view fireworks on the 4th! Los Angeles Dodger Stadium – Dodgers vs. D-Backs at 6:10 p.m. A fireworks display will follow the game. Dodger Stadium, 1000 Vin Scully Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012 Exposition Park – 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Live music, rides, fun booth, food and…
Brazilian Plate House Opens in Torrance
Did you know Brazil is the world’s fifth-largest country in terms of population and geographical area? Because of that fact, I’m surprised that LA doesn’t have more Brazilian restaurants. Brazilian Plate House recently opened in Torrance, and I visited them. It was no surprise that the structure was previously home to Wienerschnitzel. The business…
Culver City Has Great New BBQ – Maple Block Meat
Barbecue is classic American comfort food and I look forward to opportunities when I can experience it. I recently learned about Maple Block Meat in Culver City and a friend of mine recently joined me for dinner. Owners Adam Cole (Ink) and Daniel Weinstock (Spago) teamed up to open Maple Block Meat. Cole had experience…
Primo Italia Features Delicious Italian Sunday Brunch
I’m noticing more restaurants featuring Sunday brunches. I’m really happy about that because brunch is a great way to have a relaxed conversation over a delicious meal. When I heard that Primo Italia started their Sunday brunch, my wife and I quickly made reservations. Entering Primo Italia, the first thing diners notice is the Frank…
BaBoys Introduces the Lumpia Burger
Ever heard of the Lumpia Burger? Neither had I. It turns out that a place called BaBoys makes this creation and I felt compelled to taste it because of the buzz on my social media feed. Ground Zero for Filipino food is in Carson. The locals flock to Goldilocks, Red Ribbon, Tita Celia and pour…
Ocean Market Grill Features Innovative Seafood Menu
2020 update – Ocean Market Grill has closed. It doesn’t seem that long ago that eating seafood at a restaurant was an expensive outing. Typically you found fresh seafood in swanky restaurants with a comprehensive list of adult beverages. Fortunately, casual seafood restaurants with attractive price points are becoming prevalent. The latest is Ocean Market…
Locanda Del Lago Features Monthly “Bite of the Beast”
I recently learned that Locanda Del Lago in Santa Monica features a monthly Morso Della Bestia or “Bite of the Beast”. I had to satisfy a compelling curiosity, Bite of the Beast, what is that all about? The last Thursday of every month, Locanda Del Lago hosts a communal meal, featuring animal roasts and traditional,…
Slidebar Collaboration Produces the Cali Bandito Taco
The Gringo Bandito hot sauce is at it again. Not willing to rest on their laurels, the makers of this popular hot sauce recently collaborated with OC’s popular Slidebar Rock-N-Roll Kitchen to produce the Cali Bandito Taco. Walking into Slidebar, I heard the song “Dream Weaver” by Gary Wright. Hearing that tune and sipping on…