I recently discovered A Crystal Cove’s weekend brunch, which features a mimosa cart service, and decided to spend the day in beautiful Newport Coast. The drive from the South Bay took only 45 minutes. We enjoyed the clear blue sky and fluffy clouds, and we were delighted to find that Crystal Cove offers a stunning…
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Celebrate National Bacon Lovers Day on Aug 20
August 20 is National Bacon Lovers Day. Danya “D” Goodman and Meff “Human Cannonball” Leonard founded Bacon Day in 1997 as the one great day to bond everyone together. They say the best way to celebrate the holiday is to watch Kevin Bacon movies or movies with the word bacon in their title, such as…
Where To Celebrate National Quiche Lorraine Day
This year, National Quiche Lorraine Day is Monday, May 20. Quiche was originally an open pie with eggs, cream, and lardons. Later versions of the dish usually include cheese, and the lardons are replaced by bacon, ham, or pancetta. Here is where to celebrate National Quiche Lorraine Day in LA. Downtown LA Pitchoun Bakery &…
May 4 – Where To Watch the Kentucky Derby in LA
This year, the Kentucky Derby takes place on Saturday, May 4. It is known as the fastest two minutes in sports. It occurs yearly at Churchill Downs in Kentucky but is widely observed across the US. If you want to enjoy the unique experience, here are some places to watch the Kentucky Derby in LA. …
Where To Find Mother’s Day Brunch in the South Bay
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12, and if you are considering brunch, you make reservations quickly. Expect delicious entrees such as grilled branzino, chicken, and waffles overlooking the Manhattan Beach Pier to a champagne brunch buffet overlooking the Pacific at Terreanea to a Japanese brunch featuring sushi, assorted seafood, tempura, and udon. Here’s where to…
Easter Brunch in LA – Many Choices To Consider!
Easter is early this year, and it’s time to make plans at home or elsewhere. Celebrate with family and friends over a delicious brunch or dinner. Enjoy free-flowing champagne, brunch specials, massive buffets, seafood, and sweet treats. Whether dining at home or going out, here’s where to find Easter Sunday Brunch in LA. Please note…
Mama Shelter Features Eclectic Weekend Brunch
Mama Shelter is an upscale boutique hotel chain with locations in Europe, North and South America, and the Middle East. Hollywood is their sole North American location, and I recently had an opportunity to experience weekend brunch at Mama Shelter Downstairs. LA’s pandemic health guidelines have loosened up, and most Angelenos have returned to dining…
Tata’s Cafe, an American Cafe with a Salvadoran Spin
When I worked from the office, I enjoyed eating lunch in restaurants near El Segundo. I typically wandered into nearby Lawndale and Hawthorne because the food was more diverse and exciting to me. One such restaurant was Pupuseria El Cerro Verde. During the pandemic, they closed down and recently re-opened as Tata’s Cafe. The owner…
Where to take Dad for Father’s Day in LA
Due to the pandemic, everyone’s life has been impacted by their inability to do the things they love doing. Included were celebratory events such as eating out on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. With the restrictions lifting in LA, it is now possible to find LA restaurants featuring on-site Father’s Day specials City of Commerce…
Cafe Laurent – A Classic French Cafe
French food is among the top cuisines I favor. After visiting France and experiencing the freshness, quality and the execution of their dishes, I now seek opportunities to relive the experience. Cafe Laurent is a French cafe that I noticed many years ago; my wife and I finally visited them last weekend. You would expect…