Mitsuwa Marketplace is a Japanese supermarket that recently moved its flagship store from Western Avenue to the Del Amo Mall. I visited and reviewed the market after it opened. While I like the market-side of the business, I was more interested in the Mitsuwa Del Amo Food Court. Since some of the announced restaurants in…
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Mitsuwa Del Amo – First Impressions
Mitsuwa Marketplace is a Japanese supermarket chain located in strategic areas across the U.S. MItsuwa recently moved its Torrance store from its location on 184th and Western and faces Carson Ave. in the Del Amo Mall. The storefront was formerly occupied by Marshalls. Mitsuwa Del Amo distinguishes itself from other Japanese grocery stores by offering…
Tendon Tempura Carlos Jr. Opens in Torrance
When you see “tendon” on a menu in a Japanese restaurant, it doesn’t refer to connective tissue. Tendon is short for tempura donburi or tempura rice bowl. Tendon Tempura Carlos Jr. recently opened in Old Town Torrance. My wife and I recently paid them a visit. The restaurant’s name is from the chef, Carlos Pinto….
Sub Society Elevates the South Bay Sandwich Scene
Sub Society closed in early 2021. Rolling Hills Plaza is a shopping center in South Torrance. It is anchored by Whole Foods Market, AMC Theaters, Stonefire Grill, Islands, BevMo and Nijiya Market. I recently learned that Sub Society, a sub sandwich shop recently opened directly across from Stonefire Grill. Sub Society is set up as…
Miyabi Uni showcases the delicious sea urchin
In Japanese, the word miyabi is used to describe the things in life that give lots of happiness and pleasure for being stylish and perfect. I suspect that the owners of Miyabi Uni were set on creating a restaurant that would pay homage to the sea urchin. Miyabi Uni is located in Plaza del Prado…
Snap Tin Eatery Opens inside Yorkshire Square Brewery
Craft breweries open their taprooms and quickly realize that having food available becomes a necessity. Many breweries arrange to have food trucks visit, but the food isn’t always consistent with their clientele’s tastes. Yorkshire Square Brewery attempted to remedy this by partnering with Snap Tin Eatery. Co-owner and chef, Bruno Wu, consulted with them to…
Where to Watch the Women’s World Cup in LA
Once again, the US women’s soccer team is showing up the men’s team in World Cup action. The team debuted in grand fashion beating Thailand 13-0! Below is a list of venues that you can watch the action live. Remember that they are playing in France which is nine hours ahead of Pacific time. That…
Mitsuwa Torrance Offers Japanese Gourmet Pop-up
Taking place now thru Sunday, June 9, Mitsuwa Marketplace in Torrance is featuring a selection of Japanese gourmet foods especially imported for this event. Mitsuwa worked with well known Japanese suppliers to provide bento boxes for foodies, delicious seasoned seafood salads, Japanese confections, and goods not found elsewhere. My eyes immediately spotted Sapporo Kanikosen’s display….
Restoration Kitchen Features Italian Wine Dinner
The email I received from Restoration Kitchen in Torrance was too good to be true. A four-course pre-fixe meal paired with fine Italian wines for the price of $87 including tax and gratuity? Four-course wine dinners usually start at $100 and that doesn’t include tax and gratuity. Co-owner Wesley Takiguchi gave us a quick overview…
Madre Features Upscale Mexican Cusine and Drink
I visited Madre shortly after they opened to try out their happy hour. I was impressed by the decor, the drinks, and the food. Some of my friends have confirmed their positive experience and it was always my intention to return. It took a while, but my wife and I recently dined there. Nopalitos or…