It shouldn’t surprise me to learn that LA County’s environmental health organization is responsible for checking on food safety for more than 26,000 restaurants. Orange County has a separate entity for that purpose. That said, I should not feel bad that I was not aware of the Red Lion Tavern, an establishment that has been…
Metrolink – Day Trip to San Clemente Pier
I enjoy riding trains and metros. There is something nice about leaving the driving to someone else and not experiencing the hassles of stop and go traffic. Since I drive quite a bit, it is an opportunity for me to relax and watch the world go by. I have been wanting to take the Metrolink…
Honey Dress Introduces Korean Fried Chicken to the South Bay
Fried chicken has made a strong comeback and it’s not limited to Nashville-style hot fried chicken. New Asian fried chicken restaurants have sprung up; the latest one is a Korean fried chicken restaurant called Honey Dress Fried Chicken in Torrance. Honey Dress Fried Chicken is a fast casual restaurant where customers order at the counter,…
Osteria Mozza Continues To Impress
Osteria Mozza is not a new restaurant. In fact, it opened ten years ago and I’m amazed that it is still hard to get a table. Until recently, I’ve never dined there and I finally checked it off of my restaurant bucket list. Osteria Mozza is known for its Mozzarella Bar. This is a large…
Tan Hoang Huong Creates Delicious Banh Mi
I was in the mood for a good banh mi sandwich and while there are places near my house, I had a hankering for a great experience. One of my favorite banh mi restaurants is Tan Hoang Huong Bakery in Fountain Valley and despite the heat, I drove to the OC. The obvious question is…
JFAT Relieves Summer Heat With New Food & Drink
The long days of summer are with us and with the temperature rising, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern (JFAT) has created a new line-up of summer drinks and new delectables to pair with them. My friend and I recently paid them a visit. I enjoy visiting JFAT’s Santa Monica location because it is steps away…
Pinwheel Cafe and Bakery Offers French Experience
The French are obsessive about the quality of their food. In fact, Paris hosts an annual competition to determine ‘Le Meilleur Baguette de Paris’ or the best baguette in the city. To relive my culinary memories, I’m always on the lookout for a French bakery. Fortunately, Pinwheel Cafe and Bakery opened up in Torrance. Pinwheel…
Fireworks in LA – The Complete List
Plan Ahead and pick your place to view fireworks on the 4th! Los Angeles Dodger Stadium – Dodgers vs. D-Backs at 6:10 p.m. A fireworks display will follow the game. Dodger Stadium, 1000 Vin Scully Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012 Exposition Park – 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Live music, rides, fun booth, food and…
Brazilian Plate House Opens in Torrance
Did you know Brazil is the world’s fifth-largest country in terms of population and geographical area? Because of that fact, I’m surprised that LA doesn’t have more Brazilian restaurants. Brazilian Plate House recently opened in Torrance, and I visited them. It was no surprise that the structure was previously home to Wienerschnitzel. The business…
Culver City Has Great New BBQ – Maple Block Meat
Barbecue is classic American comfort food and I look forward to opportunities when I can experience it. I recently learned about Maple Block Meat in Culver City and a friend of mine recently joined me for dinner. Owners Adam Cole (Ink) and Daniel Weinstock (Spago) teamed up to open Maple Block Meat. Cole had experience…