I recently traveled to our nation’s capital for business. I only had one night out for dinner and I had to make the most of it. Since I was traveling with two others, I had to select a place that would also satisfy my colleagues’ desire for something they wouldn’t mind eating. I selected Poca…
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LA Times, The Taste, Returns Labor Day Weekend
Each year during Labor Day weekend, the LA Times hosts their annual “The Taste”. This event features food and beverage tastings from some of the hottest restaurants in LA. Attendees may also attend cooking and beverage demonstrations by some of the most notable chefs and mixologists in LA. My recap of last year’s opening night…
San Pedro Fish Grille Delivers Fresh and Tasty Seafood
The San Pedro Fish Market is California’s largest seafood restaurant and is home to the world-famous Shrimp Tray. They established themselves in Ports O’Call and have opened locations in Wilmington, Rolling Hills Estates and most recently in Harbor City. I attended the grand opening for their Habor City location named San Pedro Fish Grille. The…
New Peruvian Discovery: Ayahuasca in Gardena
In a recent search for new restaurants, I found a Peruvian restaurant named Ayahuasca. Since my wife enjoys Peruvian food, I suggested we dine there for dinner. Ayahuasca is located in a strip mall on Western Ave. near 148th street in Gardena. Fortunately, there is plenty of free parking available. They reside in a small…
Mariscos Jalisco Opens a Brick & Mortar in Pomona
If you have seen the documentary, City of Gold, you will see LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold ordering from the Mariscos Jalisco food truck. The Mariscos Jaliscos food truck is an LA favorite and on the LA Times Top 101 Restaurants. Owner Raul Ortega recently opened a brick and mortar restaurant and I recently…
Sergio Peñuelas Returns Home to Mariscos Chente
Editor’s Note: Since this article was written, Sergio now operates out of the backyard of his true home in Lennox. Read this post for the latest on Sergio. I first ate Pescado Zarandeado at Mariscos Chente in the LA strip adjacent to Culver City. Through the articles of Jonathan Gold, I realized how special this…
Mamacita: A Peruvian Fast Casual Concept by Ricardo Zarate
Mamacita is a fast casual concept located at the Hollywood and Highland Entertainment Complex. This is home to the world famous Dolby Theater. This location is also Ground Zero for tourists. Fans of Ricardo Zarate (Mochica, Paiche, Picca) have anxiously been waiting for him to open Rosaliné. What caught me by surprise was the fact…
Viva Hollywood Raises the Bar for Mexican Food in Hollywood
I frequent Hollywood for events at the Dolby or the Pantages. Because of that, I am always on the look-out for restaurants that I can visit before going to an event nearby. Recently, I learned about Viva Hollywood. Entering the restaurant, I was blown away with the interior. It was like walking into a palace-like…