Tag Archives: Edward Simon

Rolly Crump Brings the ‘Enchanted Tiki Room’ to Life at the Tiki Oasis in San Diego this Weekend

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Ed Simon

Roland Crump was always interested in cartoons. “I was always a cartoonist”, said Rolly. “I always, from the very beginning, everything little thing I drew basically was a cartoon, or in the style of a cartoon, because I was influenced … Continue reading →

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Robin Williams and the Weather

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Ed Simon

Back in the ’90s, I was the foley stage recordist at Sony Studios. I had met Robin Williams once, when I was at Disney and we had both worked on Hook. He seemed like a very nice guy. A few … Continue reading →

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Chef Amar Santana Talks About the Upcoming PigOut 3.0 Benefit Dinner and the Templeton Rye Pork Project

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Ed Simon

One of Southern California’s premiere food events is coming up on Sunday, August 24 as PigOut 3.0 takes place at the California Scenario in Costa Mesa. Fifteen top chefs and seven top bartenders will be presenting their best in a … Continue reading →

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Tiki Drinks and Culture Make for a Fun Weekend at San Diego’s Upcoming Tiki Oasis

Posted on August 9, 2014 by Ed Simon

Rum has been a big part of several cultures for many years. Starting in the 1600’s, rum was a regular part of any sailor’s ration in both Navy and merchant vessels. By the 1900’s, songs had been written about rum, … Continue reading →

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The Big Bite Bacon Fest Brought Porky Goodness to the Queen Mary

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Ed Simon

Yesterday, the Queen Mary in Long Beach hosted the Big Bite Bacon Fest. The sold out event was a sizzling success, with many great bacon-based foods, excellent craft beer, live music and more. Walking around the event, you could try … Continue reading →

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El Gaucho Meat Market: A Great Taste of Argentina in Redondo Beach

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Ed Simon

Having lived in Redondo Beach for many years, I found that there was a great selection of interesting places to shop and eat there. One of my favorites, El Gaucho Meat Market, is an unassuming store in a shopping plaza … Continue reading →

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East LA’s Dia de los Puercos Grub Truck will be one of the highlights at the Big Bite Bacon Fest this Saturday

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Ed Simon

Rick Garcia, the Chef/Owner of the Dia de los Puercos Savage Chefs Grub Truck, is a man on a mission. He’s spreading his love of pork and Mexico’s street food throughout Los Angeles. According to Rick, “in East L.A. they have … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Golden Foodie Awards Highlight Orange County’s Best Foods, Restaurants and Chefs

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Ed Simon

Coming up on September 28, Orange County will host the Annual Golden Foodie Awards. Pam Waitt, the President of the OC Restaurant Association said, “The Golden Foodie Awards are something that’s so different from anything that’s ever been done, because we … Continue reading →

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Saint Martha’s Restaurant in Koreatown Dedicates a Special Dinner to the Feast of Saint Martha on July 29

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Ed Simon

There is a lot of talk going around town now about Saint Martha, the new dining destination in Koreatown. Saint Martha is an intimate, 38 seat restaurant, located two blocks from the historic Wiltern Theater. On Tuesday, July 29, Saint … Continue reading →

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Big Bite Bacon Fest in San Diego was a Tasty Pork Fantasy

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Ed Simon

The Big Bite Bacon Fest last Saturday at the San Diego County Fair provided over 4,000 guests and FOB’s (Friends of Bacon) with a way to taste a lot of great bacon-based food items. The Del Mar Arena was full … Continue reading →

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