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A Preview of Chef Sammy’s Thursday Night Cookout At Preux and Proper in DTLA

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Bob Lee

Downtown’s popular Southern eatery, Preux & Proper, made a big impression on us when they first arrived, and chef Sammy Monsour has been one of our favorite familiar faces to spot at food events around town ever since. They’re now … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras 2018: ‘Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler’ in L.A.

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Monique A. LeBleu

Let the good times roll, Los Angeles! Time to purge your sins by getting them out of your proverbial system on Fat Tuesday, or make it just another reason to celebrate the good life while the gettin’s still good. Here’s a … Continue reading →

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It’s Mardi Gras! Where to Laissez les Bon Temps Roulez

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Elise Thompson

CAP UCLA Presents Butler, Bernstein & The Hot 9 at Royce Hall 2/9/16 The Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA will be presenting their ‘Mardi Gras party, a night of festive New Orleans jazz, Caribbean, classical, pop, blues and R&B with a … Continue reading →

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SOCIAL in Costa Mesa Celebrates Mardi Gras with Authentic New Orleans Dishes and A Little Bit More

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Ed Simon

‘Laissez le bons temps rouler’ (Let the good times roll) is the slogan of the week as Mardi Gras begins for 2015. And even though there may not be parades, floats and drinking and dancing in the streets, SOCIAL in … Continue reading →

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Chaos in the Kitchen: Recipes From All Your Favorite Punk Bands by Willy Jak and Chad Persley

Posted on January 24, 2015 by Elise Thompson

Musician Willy Jak of the Dayglo Abortions has always seen a connection between punk rock and cooking. A discussion with Dave Witte of Municipal Waste inspired him to compile the recipes he had been collecting from other musicians while touring, along with some new additions. Each recipe … Continue reading →

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Sassafras introduces its New Orleans-Inspired Cocktails

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Elise Thompson

It’s been a little more than two years since Sassafras  rebuilt a dismantled Georgia Mansion in the interior of this unusual bar on Vine. Wrought iron, aged wood, Spanish moss and classic fixtures bring in the southern vibe as well as the … Continue reading →

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Good Times for a Good Cause at Alex’s Lemonade 2014

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Elise Thompson

The sun emerged from the clouds just in time to shine down on the grassy picnic for LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade at UCLA’s Royce Quad Saturday. Guests mingled with celebrity chefs as they sampled savory bites and sweet treats. There is always … Continue reading →

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Ventura’s Upcoming Blues and Brews Festival Promises a Weekend of Stellar Blues Music, Craft Beers and Delicious BBQ

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Ed Simon

The weekend of September 20 and 21, a short drive up to Ventura will yield a great weekend of beer, BBQ and music. In conjunction with Ventura Beer Week, September 14 to 21, the California Beer Festival starts off Saturday … Continue reading →

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R&J Southern Home Cooking

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Ed Simon

R & J Southern Homecooking in Downey gives an authentic taste of true soul food. A medium-sized restaurant, not fancy but comfortable and homey, R & J has all the classics and does them very well. Julie, the owner, took … Continue reading →

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