Discovering new dining options is always exciting, but supporting restaurants that have proven their worth over the years is equally important. As food trends and preferences evolve, successful establishments must embrace change while maintaining their core values. One shining example is Parker’s Lighthouse in Long Beach, where I dined during its 40th celebration. It had…
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Where To Celebrate Valentine’s Day in LA
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching! Plan a special dinner experience for that day so you don’t end up in the dog house. Here are some ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in LA. Please make sure to secure reservations. The last thing you want to do is to show up at the restaurant and learn that…
Where To Dine On New Year’s Eve in the South Bay
Fortunately, many restaurants across LA are featuring New Year’s Eve specials this year. Here’s where to enjoy a memorable meal with your special person on New Year’s Eve in the South Bay. Nomad Eatery I appreciate Chef Scott Cooper because he develops exquisite New Year’s offerings without breaking the bank. Cooper features a three-course menu…
Polanco, A Modern Mexican Steakhouse In The Ayres Hotel
Hotel restaurants aren’t usually a destination for those not staying there. These restaurants are typically owned and operated by a large corporation and usually lack the creative flair of a passionate chef. My wife and I recently learned about Polanco, a modern Mexican steakhouse inside the Ayres Hotel in Hawthorne. The Ayres Hotel restaurant was…
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…
The 10 Days of Take Out in the South Bay
According to Bloomberg, more than 110,000 restaurants have closed permanently or long-term across the country as the industry grapples with the devastating impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. In the South Bay, the situation is the same; many restaurants are temporarily closed or operating with only a small fraction of their normal business. South Bay restaurants…
New Year’s Eve Dinners To-Go in Orange County
Due to the pandemic, many restaurants have closed temporarily or permanently. Fortunately, some have figured out a way to sustain operations just to pay rent and insurance. I searched and found a number of delicious options available for New Year’s Eve Dinners To-Go in Orange County. This is an excellent time to support your local…
Pacific Standard Prime Features All Natural Steaks
In the latter part of the 70’s, the late Paul Wallach proclaimed that the South Bay was a “gustatory wasteland”. In 1982 Michael Franks and partner Robert Bell opened Chez Melange and established California cuisine in the South Bay. They soon opened a number of restaurants including Restaurant Christine, which had a successful run of…
Loroco Bistro – Much More Than Salvadoran Pupusas
I will be the first to admit that I’m not knowledgeable about Salvadoran food. I’ve been to a few restaurants and even a food truck that serves Central American pupusas, but that is the extent of my venture into their cuisine. I recently learned of Loroco Bistro and decided to visit them. Loroco Bistro is…
The Arthur J – Prime Steaks in Manhattan Beach
I’m a huge fan of chef David LeFevre. He is the chef and co-owner of MB Post, Fishing with Dynamite and Arthur J in Manhattan Beach. I’ve frequented MB Post and Fishing with Dynamite a number of times and my wife and I decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day at Arthur J. The decision to celebrate…