Category Archives: Food

St. Sophia’s Night In Thessaloniki Pleases ‘Olive’ The Senses

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Bob Lee

The Philotochos Society of St. Sophia presented its annual fundraising gala this past Saturday, inviting attendees to spend “A Night In Thessaloniki,” Greece’s second-largest city and an important cultural center. The sold-out gala featured a multi-course dinner from Canadian author, … Continue reading →

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Not Just for the Barista: A Con of Every Coffee Lover’s Dream

Posted on January 31, 2018 by Monique A. LeBleu

CoffeeCon’s 4th Southern California event will be at The Reef on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 3-4, 2018 in downtown Los Angeles. The event, designed for the specialty coffee enthusiast, is open to the consumer public with 40 plus exhibitors and … Continue reading →

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Chef Neal Fraser of Redbird/Vibiana Hosts All-Star Celebrity Chef “Full Circle” Dinner Benefiting C-CAP

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Billy Bennight

On Friday, Feb. 9th, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Redbird in Downtown Los Angeles Chef Neal Fraser (Redbird – Vibiana) Hosts All-Star Celebrity Chef “Full Circle” Dinner!  The Full Circle dinner will raise funds to benefit Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) and … Continue reading →

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In a Bittersweet Reprieve, the ‘Stinko’ Gets a New Home in Neighboring South Pasadena

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Monique A. LeBleu

After announcing the close of their Alhambra restaurant last month, the original Twohey’s Restaurant will now be moving to South Pasadena in the Spring of 2018. With recent negotiations to renew their lease in Alhambra unsuccessful, the original Twohey’s Restaurant … Continue reading →

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Enjoy “A Night in Thessaloniki” with Chef Peter Minaki at St. Sophia’s this Saturday

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Elise Thompson

If you are a fan of festivals, you have probably attended one of the annual Greek Festivals at St. Sophia’s in LA’s the Byzantine Latino Quarter. Tomorrow night, January 27th, the Saint Sophia Philotochos Society will be presenting a more … Continue reading →

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Don Francisco’s Coffee Casa Cubana – A Night of Photography and Coffee

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Billy Bennight

Since its opening last summer, I’ve visited Don Francisco’s Coffee Casa Cubana in DTLA on a regular basis. Wednesday was an exceptional opportunity to become more familiar with the coffee establishment’s menu. It was a night to taste their Cuban fare … Continue reading →

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Help No Kid Hungry End Childhood Hunger with Cheffed-up Specials at Dog Haus

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Elise Thompson

No Kid Hungry, which is working to end childhood hunger in America, is one of the restaurant community’s favorite charities. This year Dog Haus, a local gourmet casual hot dog and craft beer chain, is partnering with eight top chefs … Continue reading →

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Pasadena Restaurants Honor Invention of the Cheeseburger in 5th Annual Week-Long Challenge

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Monique A. LeBleu

From vintage burger shacks to fine dining, from taverns to turnkeys, from all beef to 50/50, or from turkey to vegetarian—and everything in between—cheeseburger lovers will be able to vote for their favorites in a number of categories from now … Continue reading →

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Where the Cool Kids Will be Celebrating New Year’s Eve 2017

Posted on December 30, 2017 by Elise Thompson

Did you wait until the last minute, torn between expensive New Year’s Eve events and the new Dave Chapelle special on Netflix? Don’t worry, we have selected some of the best celebrations for you. Most of them are free or … Continue reading →

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Chill at The Queen Mary: A First-Timer’s Visit and Photo Essay

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Elise Thompson

Queen Mary’s annual Chill winter event takes guests on an international expedition, with the 38,000-square foot ice park being divided up into six different “lands.” Explore the cultural experiences, menus, crafts and activities of Germany, Switzerland, China, Russia, Holland, and … Continue reading →

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