Category Archives: Food

What’s New & Delicious at Fish-Focused Restaurant Bottlefish

Bottlefish is the vision of two guys who’ve made a real impact on Los Angeles (and thus international) dining: its co-owners, Rick Rosenfield and Larry Flax, started California Pizza Kitchen back in 1985. Before California Pizza Kitchen, California-style pizza was … Continue reading

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Lowell Farms: America’s First Marijuana Restaurant Opens in WeHo

I was a member of NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) for 35 years, freeing the weed–indeed, trying to legalize it. Trying to keep people out of the jails that are populated with real criminals and reprobates. … Continue reading

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Überfest, a New Rock and Roll Oktoberfest is Coming to Brouwerij West in San Pedro

With the future of Torrance’s Alpine Village uncertain, the time is ripe for an evolution in Oktoberfest celebrations. Brouwerij West in San Pedro, already a destination for craft beer and live music, is poised to fit the bill with its … Continue reading

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‘Stu and the Kids’ Fundraiser at ‘Vibiana’ Presented a Variety of Asian Flavors and Star Chefs

Each year, Chef Stuart Skversky’s fundraising effort “Stu and the Kids” brings the best of Los Angeles hospitality together to create an exemplary and abundant sampling feast of Asian and Asian-inspired flavors. This year’s Stu and the Kids–now called Flavors of Asia–held in … Continue reading

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Prost! It’s Oktoberfest at The Red Lion!

Red Lion’s Oktoberfest party starts now with a month of surprises celebrating the famous German holiday, and the tradition is a festival of the senses. We got a lovely Groupon for sausages and beer for 2 for $18.99. The dishes … Continue reading

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Los Angeles Magazine’s “The Food Event” Returns to Saddlerock Ranch in Malibu

Los Angeles magazine’s 14th Annual celebration known as “The Food Event” returns to the bucolic Saddlerock Ranch in Malibu Hills on Sunday, October 13th, from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. The afternoon promises unlimited tastes from some of the best chefs … Continue reading

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Musso and Frank’s Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary with a Star on the Walk of Fame

Last Friday, September 28, 2019 was the anniversary of the most glamorous bastion of old Hollywood, Musso & Frank Grill. At a ceremony in front of the historic restaurant, the grill was honored with the very first star on the … Continue reading

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L.A. Times ‘The Taste’ Returns to Costa Mesa in October

One of LA’s favorite food festivals for a decade has been Los Angeles Times’ The Taste, held at Paramount Studios each Labor Day weekend. The Taste expanded its reach last year with a second weekend in Orange County. Now, thanks … Continue reading

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It’s Almost Here! The 2019 Lexus All-Star Chef Classic and we Have a One-Day Deal for You!

There is a Fall Flash sale for $60 off of strolling events, ending tonight, 9/24 at 11:59PM. Offer valid on Silver tickets to Carneval presented by Snake River Farms and Grill & Chill presented by Stella Artois only. Use code FALL75 to … Continue reading

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Veggie Grill Has a New Location in Toluca Lake

Continuing in its quest to make delicious vegan food more accessible, Veggie Grill recently opened its newest location on the border of Toluca Lake and Burbank. Located across the street from Googie-style architectural icon Bob’s Big Boy, Veggie Grill still … Continue reading

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