Editor’s Update: Paris Baguette closed in January 2020. Other locations exist and may be found at parisbaguette.com South Korean chain, Paris Baguette, recently soft opened in Redondo Beach. Located near Beryl St. and Pacific Coast Hwy, they reside in a shopping center anchored by Whole Foods. Their grand opening is scheduled for Friday, March 10….
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République Delivers Impeccable Dining Experience
For Christmas, my wife gave me a gift card to République. Since they are located relatively close to my cousin’s house, we decided to use this as an opportunity to join them for dinner. After all, they enjoy food as much as we do. The server asked about food allergies and my cousin responded that…
Enjoying Brunch at Tortilla Republic
I had heard of Tortilla Republic and never made time to check them out. On a spur of the moment decision, my wife and I decided to go there for weekend brunch; we were probably influenced by the fact that they were serving bottomless mimosas and sangrias. Tortilla Republic serves modern Mexican cuisine and is…
Wexler’s Deli Delivers Jewish Old-School Experience in Santa Monica
Micah Wexler started with a dream of opening a old-school Jewish deli. Named Wexler’s Deli, he opened in Grand Central Market in DTLA and recently opened another location in Santa Monica. I was in the mood for a good pastrami sandwich and so I drove there on a recent Saturday morning. Wexler’s Deli is located…
Kosher Food and Wine Experience at the Petersen Automotive Museum
KFWE LA is an annual event where various kosher wine companies and kosher restaurants come to showcase their wine and food. I was really happy to attend, because it was held at the Petersen Automotive Museum in LA’s Miracle Mile. KFWE LA is the sister event to KFWE London, New York and Miami – bringing…
Bread and Porridge – Great Santa Monica Breakfast Staycation
Growing up, I’ve always enjoyed eating a good breakfast. For me, starting in a delicious way, helps set the tone for the remainder of the day. My wife and I were recently dined at Bread and Porridge in Santa Monica to see what their breakfast was all about. Bread and Porridge obtained its name because…
Miyabi Uni continues the Uni Experience in LA
Two chefs from the Maruhide Uni Club have launched a new venture in Old Torrance. Named Miyabi Uni, they specialize in Asian and non-Asian options featuring uni. They continue their tradition from the Maruhide Uni Club by exclusively using prized Santa Barbara uni. I visited them during their soft opening. It was raining that day…
Osteria Venice West Introduces Vetalian Cuisine
I recently sampled a line of Italian vegan cuisine dishes. Branded Vetalian, this is a plant-based food concept developed by Chef Luigi Fineo of Osteria Venice West. Fineo established his creds in Puglia where he earned a Michelin star working as the executive chef. After moving to the US, he worked at Celestino Drago and…
Restoration Kitchen Offers Eclectic Food & Wine to Torrance
Old Torrance is not widely known for cutting edge restaurants and I was happy to learn of the opening of Restoration Kitchen. Their award-winning chef, Camden Hershberger, hails from Bouchon Bistro in Beverly Hills. Restoration Kitchen occupies a small space located about a block away from Torrance Bakery. They also have outdoor seating streetside. The…
Baran’s 2239 Ups The Ante in Hermosa Beach
My work commute involves driving along Pacific Coast Highway in the South Bay. To keep the ride interesting, I always search for new restaurants. The opening of Baran’s 2239 didn’t excite me because it is located in a corner strip mall in Hermosa Beach. My cousin surprised me by mentioning Baran’s 2239 by name. Because…