A former colleague left our company and it was quite a blow to us. Not only was he talented, he was outgoing, friendly, and a really nice person. Since he left before we had an official send-off, we recently met him for an early supper at Tan Cang Newport Seafood. Since he lives in Lake…
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Anarchy Seafood Delivers Amazing Seafood Experience
Not long ago, I visited Smogasburg LA and there was one food vendor in particular that caught my eye. The booth had a nautical theme complete with a fishnet. Their name, Anarchy Seafood, amused me and the word anarchy conjured up all sorts of images in my mind. I watched some of the orders being…
Weekend Trip: Burgh Bits and Bites Food Tour
My wife and I had plans to fly to Pittsburgh to catch a baseball game. We were really going to see PNC ballpark because we used to design mini vacations checking out new stadiums and PNC Park was at the top of our list. I’d been so busy at work that I hadn’t had time…
Westdrift Dining Offers Upscale Beach Experience
dineLA’s Restaurant Week is a consecutive 12-day event that takes place bi-annually in LA. Hundreds of fine dining restaurants participate in this culinary event as they offer prix fixe meals at a fraction of their normal prices. Recently I dined at Jute, the restaurant inside of the newly renovated Westdrift hotel in Manhattan Beach. The…
The Gourmandise School Moves to Larger Quarters
My wife and I attended a class at The Gourmandise School of Sweets and Savories and thoroughly enjoyed it. At the time I attended, I heard that they had outgrown their facility and would re-open at a new location. Our instructor was both enthusiastic and informative and we learned how to make the basic cooking…
I Found Delicious Food in The Attic
A co-worker that lives in Long Beach told me that I had to try The Attic on Broadway. Many years ago, I lived in Long Beach, now I seldom frequent the area. I was happy that a friend of mine suggested we go to the Attic on Broadway for a weekend brunch. Through reviews, I…
New Peruvian Discovery: Ayahuasca in Gardena
In a recent search for new restaurants, I found a Peruvian restaurant named Ayahuasca. Since my wife enjoys Peruvian food, I suggested we dine there for dinner. Ayahuasca is located in a strip mall on Western Ave. near 148th street in Gardena. Fortunately, there is plenty of free parking available. They reside in a small…
The 626 Night Market Returns to Santa Anita Park
From June 29 through July 1, the 626 Night Market creates an amazing outdoor experience that will feature food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music, and entertainment in a fun event that appeals to all ages. Over 250 food, merchandise, crafts, arts, and games will be featured in this Asian inspired night market throughout the perimeter…
Chez Melange Offers New Trust the Chef Series
In Paris, chefs visit the daily markets, procure the best meat and vegetables and decide what they will prepare that evening. It is a ritual about finding the best food available and making the most out of it. Chef Robert Bell of Chez Melange has a similar philosophy as he is on the phone daily…
Quenching My Thirst at The Thirsty Merchant
As a former business owner, I really enjoy great names of businesses. The Thirsty Merchant is one such name because it invokes images of farmers, bakers, and fisherman assembling in public spaces bartering for luxury goods. After a hard day of negotiating, I’m sure they were ready for a tasty brown malt. The Thirsty Merchant…