If you live in the South Bay and enjoy Chinese food, you already know about the lack of authentic Chinese cuisine in this area. Over the last few years, nearby Lomita has developed into an area that features Chinese food from different regions, but what caught my attention was the opening of Jiayuan Dumpling House…
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Where to Find Christmas To-Go Dinners in Los Angeles
Due to the potential threat of the Omicron variant, some people are seeking a place where they can obtain their Christmas meal to go. If you are one of them, I’ve curated a list of some interesting possibilities. Hollywood The Cat and Fiddle Restaurant and Pub Whether you are dining with members of your household…
Vida Modern Taqueria Delivers Upscale Tacos and Beverages
Located in the cozy Riviera Village in Redondo Beach, Vida Modern Taqueria is a Baja-inspired modern taqueria with Mexican fan favorites, combined with some creative twists on East LA comfort food. Partners Micky Mance and Justin Essman own Vida Modern Taqueria. The pair have extensive experience in the industry. Mance was formerly vice president of…
Greenbelt, A Hidden Gem On The Hermosa Beach Pier
Recently, my wife and I walked The Strand from Redondo Beach to Hermosa Beach. It’s a beautiful walk with an unobstructed white water view of the Pacific. Once you pass Herondo St, you transition to the Hermosa Strand, where you see multi-million dollar homes constructed with lots of glass. After arriving at the pier, we…
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…
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…
Little French Bakery Prepares Authentic French Pastries
I enjoy many different types of food, but one of my favorites is French cuisine. French cooking is incredibly complex and is built upon many years of history. It was my visits to France that made me realize how the French revere quality fare. Thanks to my daughter’s friend, I learned of the Little French…
Street Food Cinema Offers Fun Outdoor Experience
An outdoor movie experience used to be taking your car to a drive-in movie theater. Everyone remained in their vehicles and watched the movie through their front windshield. Due to companies like Street Food Cinema, we can now enjoy the experience of outdoor seating in lawn chairs and eating delicious food truck fare. Last Saturday,…
Mom’s Touch Delivers Quality Fried Chicken Experience
Mom’s Touch is Korea’s equivalent to Kentucky Fried Chicken, with a menu solely focused on fried chicken. They serve chicken sandwiches, chicken wings, and chicken tenders and it is named “Mom’s Touch” because their philosophy is that their food is made by the thoughtful hand of a mother. Mom’s Touch recently opened in Gardena. While…
Tigre’s Fuego Raises the Bar for Tacos in the South Bay
Brothers Jonathan and Jason Baran own the popular Baran’s 2239 restaurant. During the pandemic, they shifted their onsite experience to a 100% to-go experience. They made breakfast burritos made from ingredients like housemade chorizo, and it was a way for the brothers to keep their doors open. They recently opened a Tigre’s Fuego in Redondo…