In 2014, I reviewed Scratch Bar on La Cienega, after hearing about this hot new chef – Phillip Frankland Lee and his pastry chef wife, Margarita. Both in their 20s, they were talented, creative,...
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Valle opens for outdoor dining
Experience a Oaxacan-inspired collaboration from the Gjelina Group behind Venice restaurants Gjelina, Gjusta and Mtn. Valle opened as a takeout-only concept in May in the former...
When Harlowe opened in 2014 as a vintage-inspired cocktail bar, it soon became one of the most sophisticated neighborhood hot spots in West Hollywood. The beautifully decorated interior captures the feel...
The popular taqueria known for serving high-quality, street-style Mexican food in Redondo Beach moved into the old Kogi space in Palms. The grand opening on Tuesday, Sept. 15, had fans picking up El Barrio...
Nick & Stef’s reopens patio dining
Tonight, Sept. 17, Nick & Stef’s reopens its expansive outdoor terrace to serve diners 28-day house dry-aged USDA prime steak cuts and fresh-catch seafood...
Since the 1990s, Stephane and Katy Strouk, owners of the European-style Monsieur Marcel Gourmet Market and Bistro at the Original Farmers Market, have welcomed thousands of epicureans, locals and tourists....
Lunch is served at Ocean Prime BH
Open for dinner since June, Ocean Prime in Beverly Hills is now open serving lunch on the expanded outdoor dining patio. Executive chef David Vilchezo’s impressive...
Spago Beverly Hills and Veuve Clicquot
The Veuve Clicquot retro camper will be serving unlimited Champagne with your choice of the Yellow Label ($125) or Grand Dame ($295). On Saturday, Sept. 5, chef...
Last weekend, I went into Canter’s to pick up some comfort food. As I approached the front door, I noticed a robot on wheels stopped on the sidewalk and a Canter’s employee placing a bag filled...
Gary Twinn is an affable presence around the Original Farmers Market at Third and Fairfax. This charismatic British expat moved to the U.S. in the ‘90s to pursue a musical career. For the past...
Sitting on the front patio of Mírame, at one of the socially distanced tables near an exterior fireplace, I felt as if I were sitting at a beautiful restaurant in one of the luxury resorts in Punta...
Madre West Hollywood is open
In an effort to keep the lights on during the pandemic, all of Madre’s locations now offer happy hour specials from 3 to 6 p.m. Highlights include memela with a choice...
Almost 10 years ago, I reviewed Napa Valley Grille in Westwood helmed by executive chef Joseph Gillard. He told me how much he appreciates farmers because he was raised on a 40-acre farm in Michigan....
Porto’s Bake at Home
Now you can enjoy many of Porto’s sweet and savory items without leaving home. Frozen pastries, empanadas and rice balls are delivered to your door, ready to go into the oven....
When a friend described to me her new favorite low carb dishes at Impasta, a cloud kitchen in Hollywood, I went online to look at the menu. Cloud kitchens are licensed commercial food production facilities...
JAR Champagne & oyster happy hour
Tonight, Aug. 6, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., sit on the al fresco patio on Harper Avenue and sip Barnaut Grand Cru Brut Champagne at $18 a glass to enjoy with a half...
Seeking outdoor dining venues re-opening in Los Angeles, I discovered that the Mediterranean-inspired Daphne’s California Greek Restaurant is open for takeaway and al fresco dining. This fast-casual...
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