Discovering new dining options is always exciting, but supporting restaurants that have proven their worth over the years is equally important. As food trends and preferences evolve, successful establishments must embrace change while maintaining their core values. One shining example is Parker’s Lighthouse in Long Beach, where I dined during its 40th celebration. It had…
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Patchwork Show Returns to Long Beach
The Patchwork Show is Dear Handmade Life’s bi-annual makers’ festival. It showcases local emerging artists, crafters, and designers alongside delicious food, DIY craft workshops, and live music. The Patchwork Show returns to Marine Stadium in Long Beach on Sunday, Nov 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Long Beach Patchwork Show is their largest…
Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week Begins Mar 19
Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week begins today, Mar 19. The United Cambodian Community sponsors this weeklong event to pay homage to the delicious cuisine of their Cambodian community. The event runs through Sun, Mar 26. For many, Cambodian cuisine is relatively known. Traditional Cambodian food is likened to Thai food but with a precise set…
Long Beach Black Restaurant Week Takes Place Jan 22 – 29
The Long Beach Black Restaurant Week is an eight-day event taking place from Jan 22 thru Jan 29. The event celebrates African, African American, and Caribbean fare in and around Long Beach. Also highlighted are Black-owned food businesses, Black chefs, and bartenders. Long Beach Food & Beverage sponsors the event. Long Beach Food & Beverage…
Phnom Penh Noodle Shack, Delicious Cambodian Noodles
Walking through Little Cambodia in Long Beach, you immediately observe the housing density. Multi-unit housing with no visible garages exists, and I was surprised to see several instances of cars double parked. Men cheerfully played cards outside Cherry Donuts, and we soon approached our destination, Phnom Penh Noodle Shack. I’ve wanted to have another take…
Tacos La Caretta Dishes Out Mazatlán-Style Carne Asada
Many livelihoods changed once COVID hit. In early 2020, José Morales Jr. was fired from his job due to the pandemic and instead followed in his father’s footsteps and became a full-time taquero. Previously, he worked part-time with his father on a food cart called Tacos La Carreta on Sundays. There they prepared Mazatlán favorites…
Little Coyote Opens Second Location in East Long Beach
Pizza restaurants continue to multiply across LA’s landscape. The best part about this growing interest is that these are primarily indie efforts and not chains that predominately feature cheap pizza with delivery service. For the indie owners, it’s all about quality and fulfilling a desire. The partnership owning Little Coyote on Long Beach recently opened…
San Pedro Fish Market Launches Happy Hour
When I learn of a family-owned business that has succeeded for generations, I can’t fathom how difficult that is to accomplish. San Pedro Fish Market (SPFM) is one of those success stories. Their fourth-generation owner continues strong with 65 years in operation. Their newest Long Beach location recently launched a Happy Hour. The San Pedro…
Champion’s Curry Serves Rich Japanese Curry Offerings
Many are unaware that curry has a diverse international history with many permutations. In the 19th Century, the British developed their own roux-based curry. This style was well received in Japan and spawned off different varieties in the many prefectures of Japan. One such curry entrepreneur is Yoshikazu Tanaka, the founder of Champion’s Curry. With…
A&J’s Seafood Shack Delivers Terrific Asian Fusion
While most restaurants are barely trying to weather the pandemic, some restaurant owners are brave enough to open. One such restaurant is A&J’s Seafood Shack, an Asian Fusion Seafood restaurant located in Long Beach. They soft-opened on April 10, 2020. A&J’s Seafood Shack is Cambodian owned and located in Cambodia Town in Long Beach. Cambodia…