Editor’s Note: Unfortunately, Hasiba closed in early 2022. 😞 Hasiba Restaurant is a hummusiya (hummus eatery) in Los Angeles, Pico Blvd, near La Cienega Blvd. This area of LA is known as a center for the Jewish community and its numerous Kosher restaurants, including delis, Chinese, Italian, and Mexican restaurants. Hasiba is one of the…
Sweet Wheat, a French Bakery Opens in the South Bay
If you’ve ever visited France, you know how good their bread and pastries are. The croissants are buttery and flaky, and the baguettes have a crisp exterior and are soft inside. I enjoy reliving that experience when I visit a French bakery. Fortunately, a bakery near me, Sweet Wheat, recently opened. Sweet Wheat took over…
Sonoratown Delivers Authentic Sonoran Experience
When I first heard of Sonoratown, I didn’t think anything of it. I assumed that the owner was trying to capitalize on a gimmicky name. Sonoratown kept appearing in my social media feed, and so I finally visited them. They reside on 8th Street in downtown LA. Sonoratown is a taqueria owned by the husband…
Copper Pot Adds Southern Indian Cuisine Offering
The Wooden Shoe was a longstanding breakfast and lunch fixture in Redondo Beach. Since its closure, the property has retained its look but has operated as several restaurants. The latest to occupy this space is the Copper Pot, an Indian restaurant featuring many Southern India dishes. In LA, you are more likely to encounter Northern…
Sōgo Roll Bar Elevates Japanese Hand Rolls
While I’ve sat at the bar at many sushi restaurants, I’ve never experienced a “roll bar.” No, I’m not talking about the accessory on a convertible car, but a bar-like restaurant featuring Japanese hand rolls. Since my daughter volunteers in Hollywood, I took the opportunity to meet her at Sōgo Roll Bar. The Japanese roll…
Bang Bang Noodles Recreates Xi’an Street Food
Many Asian cities are well known for their vibrant street food communities. Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Osaka are just a few of the more popular street food cities. Xi’an is a large city and capital of Shaanxi Province in central China, and it too is a destination for food enthusiasts. Newly opened Bang Bang Noodles…
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…
RIKE Features Exquisite Japanese Onigiri Rice Balls
When most people visit Little Tokyo to dine, they usually search for good sushi or ramen. The RIKE owners elected to focus on the Japanese love for rice and open a restaurant featuring onigiri rice balls. The name RIKE is a play on the words Rice and Like. Located on 1st Street in Little Tokyo,…
Sushi Gen Continues Impressive Omakase Offering
Because Torrance and Gardena are neighborhoods close to my house, I have many great choices for Japanese food. Consequently, I am less motivated to frequent Little Tokyo because it is 45 minutes away from home (with no traffic). Recently, I spent a long weekend in Little Tokyo to see what I have missed. Sushi Gen…
Waverly Features Healthy and Flavorful Cooking Classes
The newly opened Waverly: A Bookshop Cafe and Cooking School in South Pasadena will host regular cooking classes with Carrie Bonfitto, author of a new cookbook. Her first non-virtual class takes place at 6:30 p.m. on Sept 18. Waverly is a bookshop cafe and cooking school located in South Pasadena. Owner Sandy Olivas opened a…