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On Wednesday, Wexler’s Deli hosted a three-course mustard tasting. That sentence doesn’t really do justice to the event. You’re thinking scoops of mustard served in spoons, right? Some elaboration will help explain why this evening was something of a tastebuds celebration party. Mustard is, for anyone not struggling through undergraduate life, a condiment. It plays a supportive role in any dish. Don’t let that diminish … Continue reading The Joy of Mustard
Last week, Los Angeles was treated to a sneak peek of a coming attraction from Down Under. Chef Shaun Quade of Melbourne, Victoria’s Lûmé, hosted an intimate group of food writers in the Arts District with a four-course sampling of his multisensory culinary approach that has earned him accolades in his native Australia. Victoria is renowned for its food scene, which is centered in downtown … Continue reading Lûmé Comes from a Land Down Under
Last week, my friend, Jason, sent me an email asking if I was interested in attending a Wolvesmouth dinner. Jason raved about both the Wolvesmouth and its seafood-focused counterpart, Sharksteeth dinners that he attended before. Immediately, I was intrigued by this ultra-exclusive dining opportunity. The concept of Wolvesmouth is the most unique I have experienced. Considered the hardest reservation in Los Angeles, scoring an … Continue reading Wolfin’ Down at Wolvesmouth
Looking to plan your next summer weekend getaway? I highly recommend visiting Paso Robles, CA. Paso is a beautiful wine region located about three hours north of Los Angeles, just outside of San Louis Obispo. It is just off of the 101, so you can also enjoy a scenic coastal drive traveling to and from the area. Surprisingly, there are more than 200 wineries throughout … Continue reading Paso Robles, CA – The Perfect Summer Weekend Getaway
This article was first published on Resident Magazine, May 2018. Read the full article HERE. PORTLAND TO EUGENE A year and a half after my first visit to Portland, Oregon, I was excited to find myself back in the city that seemed so approachable compared to LA. I quickly learned not to let locals know I wanted to move to their city, especially from California, … Continue reading A Modern Take on the Oregon Trail
This article was first published on MoneyInc, May 2018. Find the full article HERE. After a quick flight from Los Angeles to San Jose and a 30-minute Uber ride, I found myself immediately unwinding as the air chilled and the silence of the redwoods made my ears happy. The noise and angst of LA and the traffic buzz of daily life can really get to … Continue reading Recharge and Unwind in the Redwoods at 1440 Multiversity
The buzz in LA about Uovo piqued my curiosity from the start because 1) I am Italian 2) I am obsessed with good food 3) Who doesn’t love homemade pasta? and 4) Uovo is on the westside in Santa Monica. After traipsing through the center of the local Santa Monica Farmer’s Market, I found my seat at Uovo at their intimate countertop bar with a … Continue reading Uovo, LA’s real Italian pasta bar
I found myself deep in Hollywood for a private multi-course meal, every dish created with tuna, but not your ordinary can of tuna from Trader Joe’s. Our courses were artfully and thoughtfully prepared by well known and well loved Los Angeles chef Teresa Montaño known for her modern Spanish concept Ración. Tonight she was working hard to fulfill and satisfy our appetites with tuna infused dishes using … Continue reading Mind Fish, not your ordinary can of tuna
Are you in the mood for a fun, casual weeknight out with friends? Well, then head to Santa Monica Food Truck Tuesdays! Every Tuesday from 5:00pm-9:30pm, half a dozen gourmet food trucks gather in an open lot adjacent to the Victorian and serve up an array of delicious and affordable dishes. Different trucks are also showcased each week, thus providing customers with an opportunity to … Continue reading Santa Monica Food Truck Tuesdays Will Satisfy Any Craving
For a memorable culinary experience, take a train ride to Crossings in South Pasadena, just a short hop from the Gold Line station, only one stop away from Highland Park. One of our favorite meals of last year came from Gargantua, a Santa Monica pop-up. Now one of Gargantua’s chefs, Kevin Malone, has made a new home at Crossings. This South Pasadena two-story exposed brick … Continue reading Hop the train for haute cuisine at Crossings in Pasadena
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