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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.

Desert Dragon Rocks the Canyon Club this Coming Sunday

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Ed Simon

Desert Dragon, purveyors of some kicking alt/psychedelia/hard rock music, from Los Angeles, is performing in concert at the Canyon Club in Agourga Hills Sunday, January 11 at 8:00pm. Also on the bill with Desert Dragon is James Durbin from American … Continue reading →

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Hudson Marquez Features his ‘Rhythm and Shoes’ Paintings at Upcoming La Luz de Jesus Gallery Show

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Ed Simon

Hudson Marquez is excited about his upcoming show at the La Luz de Jesus Gallery in Hollywood, starting January 9, 2015 and running through February 1, 2015. Hudson said, “There are going to be 15 paintings in the show. Six … Continue reading →

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The Chili Size: a Los Angeles Original

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Ed Simon

Many cities have urban food legends built around them. Los Angeles is no different, with the most well-known controversy surrounding the creation of the French Dip sandwich, variously claimed by both Philippe’s and Cole’s. Less well known, but still interesting … Continue reading →

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Some Good Books for a Cold New Year’s Eve 2014

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Ed Simon

This year is drawing to a close and New Years Eve is upon us. Between the record cold weather in L.A. and the checkpoints looking for people having fun, a lot more people are opting for a quiet evening at … Continue reading →

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Harvelle’s is More Than a Music Club, It’s L.A. Music History

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Ed Simon

Santa Monica was just a small town when, as the story goes (as Bruce Willis said in ‘Sunset’, ‘give or take a lie or two’) a female jazz-blues singer named Harvelle opened up a dry jazz supper club on 4th … Continue reading →

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Gary Hoey talks about guitars, music and Christmas at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Ed Simon

I caught up Friday with Gary Hoey before his show at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, part of his 19th Annual ‘Ho Ho Hoey’ Tour, where he combines his original tunes, covers of some dynamite rock, surf and … Continue reading →

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‘What the Lady Wants’ Combines History, Romance, Department Stores and Chicago for a Great Read

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Ed Simon

Nowadays, we take for granted what we’ll find when we visit a department store. Sales people in each department waiting to spritz perfume, help pick clothes and even offer suggestions on matching accessories. If the shopping takes too long, major … Continue reading →

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Photo Essay: The Townhouse Saloon and Del Monte Speakeasy Celebrate Repeal Day

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Ed Simon

Friday night, December 5th, the Townhouse Saloon and Del Monte Speakeasy in Venice put on a Repeal Day Party to celebrate the anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition in 1933. Just like that day in 1933, booze flowed freely, flappers … Continue reading →

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Chill in Long Beach, Tiki Xmas in Marina del Rey, Holiday Fireworks On Snow in Mammoth, Wine and Snow in Ventura and Brew Ho Ho in Anaheim: Some Fun Holiday Events

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Ed Simon

‘Tis the season for some fun, some joy and some ho ho wow! Four events coming up will bring holiday cheer to all those who attend. First, CHILL, the Queen Mary’s holiday ice extravaganza, is being taken over December 17th … Continue reading →

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Tonga Hut is Tiki Headquarters for Saturday’s 23rd Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Ed Simon

The 23rd Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade takes place this Saturday, December 6, 2014. The Tonga Hut is bringing several tiki-based treats to the parade this year. First of all, they will be having a float in the … Continue reading →

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