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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.

Canned Heat’s Fito de la Parra Talks about the Blues, Canned Heat, Woodstock and the Upcoming Adelanto New Blues Festival

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Ed Simon

When Fito de la Parra started playing drums as a child, he had no idea where it would take him. He only knew that he loved playing. Ultimately, his musicianship brought him to Los Angeles, where he became the drummer … Continue reading →

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Brent’s Deli Announces Charity Donations for Customer Appreciation Day May 20

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Ed Simon

Brent’s Deli, the Northridge eatery that many proclaim as the best deli in the Los Angeles area, has announced that May 20th will be Community Appreciation Day. On this day, 20 percent of Brent’s sales from guests who dine in, … Continue reading →

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Chomp Chomp Nation in Anaheim Melds Singapore Flavors with American Eating Styles

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Ed Simon

Chomp Chomp Nation started out as a food truck, the brainchild of Robert Zuetell and Gina Galvan. “My wife had been to Singapore in 2005 working for Pizza Hut International”, Robert said. “She had tried the food, I had not … Continue reading →

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Big Moe Cason is Coming to Cook BBQ at the upcoming Norco Brew n’ Que Festival

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Ed Simon

Big Moe Cason of Des Moines, Iowa, one of the top competitors in the BBQ world, always wanted to cook in California. “I’ve never done a California contest. The only time I was out in California was when I did … Continue reading →

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The Best Barbecue by the Best Cooks Was Found at the Queen Mary’s 4th Annual West Coast BBQ Classic in Long Beach

Posted on May 10, 2015 by Ed Simon

The 4th Annual Queen Mary West Coast BBQ Classic took place Saturday, May 9 in Long Beach. When the sauce settled, Sterling Ball’s Big Poppa Smokers was awarded the Grand Champion Trophy. “The City of Long Beach, with the Queen … Continue reading →

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It’s Time for Great BBQ at the Queen Mary West Coast BBQ Classic in Long Beach

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Ed Simon

It’s setting up time for the Queen Mary’s West Coast BBQ Classic. The aroma of delicious barbeque will be wafting through the air tomorrow as the Queen Mary hosts the 4th Annual West Coast BBQ Classic. Long Beach’s iconic ship is … Continue reading →

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Sushi Roku Will Open a Newport Beach Location June 1st

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Ed Simon

Sushi Roku, who had one of the most popular booths at the recent Newport Beach Film Festival’s Opening Night Gala, has announced that they will be opening their first Orange County location on June 1st. Sushi Roku’s newest location will … Continue reading →

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Annual Grateful Dead “Meet-up at the Movies” was a Time to Reconnect and Enjoy a Great Show

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Ed Simon

Grateful Dead fans throughout the country got a chance to enjoy some concert togetherness as Fathom Events and Rhino Entertainment held their annual “Meet-Up at the Movies” last night. The concert was shown at 7:00pm local time nationwide so Deadheads … Continue reading →

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Broadway in Laguna Beach’s Chef Amar Santana has Returned from a Trip to Spain with New Dishes for a Tuesday Tasting Menu

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Ed Simon

Chef Amar Santana and his business partner, Ahmed Labatte of Laguna Beach’s Broadway by Amar Santana, both recently returned from a six-week trip to Spain and Morocco. The trip was taken to prepare them for the opening in Fall 2015 … Continue reading →

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Don Julio Tequila Teams With Local Restaurants for a Pre-Cinco de Mayo Party In Venice

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Ed Simon

On a warm, beautiful Sunday, Don Julio Tequila partnered with local restaurants such as Loteria Grill, Taco Teca and Guerrilla Tacos to give group of lucky food bloggers an early Cinco de Mayo treat. The event was held at the … Continue reading →

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