Category Archives: Food

Howlin’ Rays has Come to Town

Some like it hot! I know I do, and Howlin’ Rays makes chicken just the way you like it. The menu options are more like race car speeds than food. “Hot,” “Hotter,” “Mega Hot,” and “This is too mutherfacking hot for me … Continue reading

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Bursting With Japanese Delicacies: “RISING TOHOKU” Food Fair In Torrance

“This taste warms the cockles of the heart.” So says the wrapper of a Japanese green tea cream-filled dorayaki dessert pastry from Anchindo of Iwate Prefecture, in northern Japan. And it sums up the feeling one gets after sampling northern … Continue reading

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Photo Gallery: Self Help Graphics & Art’s 43rd Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration

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Dia de los Muertos at Self Help Graphics with Alice Bag

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Favorites from LA Magazine’s Food Event

Once again, Los Angeles Magazine hosted one of the best events of the year on the verdant expanse of Saddleback Ranch. The day was cool and sunny in spite of a short rain shower. There were lots of old favorites to enjoy … Continue reading

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Salt & Straw Presents Halloween-Inspired Flavors

This month, Salt & Straw is featuring its “Spooktacular” series. Created by Tyler Malek, Salt & Straw’s Head Ice Cream Maker, the Halloween flavors will be available by the scoop and pint at all Salt & Straw locations through October 31st. One … Continue reading

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Favorites from the 6th Annual Taste of Mexico

The Taste of Mexico’s mission is to highlight regional Mexican cuisine, while preserving its flavors and traditions. The huge event at Plaza de Cultura y Artes last weekend definitely delivered, featuring cuisine from Oaxaca, Yucatan, Sonora, and even adding a Baja Gastronomic Pavilion. … Continue reading

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Pier del Sol Raised Funds and Spirits Last Weekend

Last Saturday the sky was blue and the weather was sunny on the Santa Monica Pier. It was the perfect Day for Pier del Sol, an annual event to raise funds for The Special Olympics. It’s a family-friendly atmosphere, and there … Continue reading

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Children’s Bureau’s Celebrity Chefs and Wine Tasting Coming to DTLA Oct 20th

The 7th annual Celebrity Chefs & Wine Tasting event will take place next Thursday, October 20, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Casa Vertigo in Downtown Los Angeles. Hosting the event is Children’s Bureau, a nonprofit leader in the prevention and treatment of … Continue reading

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LA’s First “Taste of the NFL” a Rousing Success

Last Wednesday, LA’s inaugural Taste of the NFL took place at the Globe Theatre at Universal Studios. Current and alumni players and cheerleaders from the Los Angeles Rams joined local chefs to benefit the Food Bank. Some of us also got our first good look at Rampage, the Ram’s mascot, who … Continue reading

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