Author Archives: Ed Simon

Ed Simon

About Ed Simon

Ed is a native of Los Angeles who loves food and food cultures. Whether he's looking for the best ceviche in Colombia, the best poke in Hawaii, the best tequila in Jalisco, the best Bun bo Hue in Vietnam or the best Taiwanese Beef Roll in Los Angeles, it's all good food! He also loves a good drink. He's had Mai Tais in Hawaii, Bourbon in Kentucky, Tequila in Mexico and Rum in Jamaica. His wine escapades have taken him to Napa, Sonoma, the Willamette Valley and the Santa Ynez Valley. And he's had beer all over the world! Music is another of Ed's passion, writing and interviewing many classic rock, rock and blues musicians. Getting the great stories of road experiences from them is a particular delight. Traveling also fits in with Ed's writing, exploring all over to find the most interesting places to visit, even in out of the way areas.

Alan Parsons Talks About His Upcoming LA/San Diego Concert Dates and his Book ‘Art and Science of Sound Recording’

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Ed Simon

Alan Parsons has always had show business in his blood. Part of it came from his mother, an actress, professional folksinger and harpist. Some of it came from his father, Denys Parsons, an accomplished pianist and flautist as well as … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Events, Interviews, Miscellanious, Music, Science & Technology, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Negroni Week Kicks Off with Three Events to Benefit ‘Inspire Artistic Minds’

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Ed Simon

Inspire Artistic Minds was started as a local organization but has blossomed into one of the most important charitable organizations for the restaurant and bar industry in the country. The purpose of IAM is to offer educational grants for those … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Weed, Events, Food, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Canned Heat Headlined a Great Day of Music in the Hi Desert at the Inaugural Adelanto New Blues Festival

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Ed Simon

On a sunny afternoon in the high desert town of Adelanto, an enthusiastic crowd gathered for a full day of music and fun at Mavericks Heritage Field at the inaugural Adelanto New Blues Festival. The event, featuring as the headliner … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Miscellanious, Music | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

solita in Huntington Beach introduces new Baja-inspired brunch dishes for Memorial Day weekend

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Ed Simon

Executive Chef Deborah Schneider of solita Tacos & Margaritas in Huntington Beach will be introducing some delicious new menu items to solita’s weekend brunch menu. Brunch at solita is offered every Saturday and Sunday from 11am until 3pm. In addition, … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Weed, Food | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Memorial Day is All-Day Happy Hour at Del Frisco’s Grille in Irvine

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Ed Simon

Memorial Day weekend is almost upon us. On this holiday, when we pay tribute by honoring our brave men and women who have served and often died to protect our liberty, often times we raise a glass to them in … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Weed, Food, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

OC’s The Blind Pig has Created a Drink for Charity for Negroni Week

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Ed Simon

The Negroni is considered one of the iconic classic cocktails of the 20th Century. Most accounts claim that it was invented in Florence, Italy in 1919 by Count Camillo Negroni. Whatever its origins, though it is a tasty drink that … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Weed, Food, Interviews, Miscellanious, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

ShipKicker Country Music Festival this Weekend at the Queen Mary features Parmalee

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Ed Simon

This Saturday and Sunday, it’s time to dust off your Tony Lamas, put your hat on straight and head on down to the Queen Mary in Long Beach for the inaugural ShipKicker Country Music Festival. Dustin Lynch will headline Saturday’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Weed, Events, Food, Interviews, Music, News & Sports, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Moscow Mules and the Ginger Beer Revolution, Part Two: The Taste Tests

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Ed Simon

In part one of this report, Chris Reed from Reed’s Inc. spoke about ginger beer, its history, Reed’s creation of their ginger products, why ginger is special and what the health benefits are, plus why ginger beer works so well … Continue reading →

Posted in Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Weed, Interviews, Miscellanious | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Mick’s Karma Bar in Irvine and HachéLA in Silver Lake Present an Awesome Burger, French Style

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Ed Simon

There are hamburgers, and then there are hamburgers. In France, the upscale version of a hamburger is called steak haché, or chopped steak. At Mick’s Karma Burger in Irvine and its sister establishment, HachéLA in the Silver Lake District of … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Miscellanious | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Beat Museum’s Beatnik Shindig to Take Place in San Francisco June 26-28

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Ed Simon

San Francisco has always been at the heart of the Beat Generation. Lawrence Ferlinghetti’s City Lights Bookstore is a must for anyone who wants to see the North Beach location where Allen Ginsberg’s poem Howl! was first published and sold. … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Miscellanious, News & Sports, Upcoming Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment