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Vote for the best Hole-In-The-Wall (Michelin-style)
Wrong!
Samosa House East
10700 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232-3314
(310) 559-6350
Mexican oregano near 3rd/Fairfax?
There is an entire wall full of latino herbs at the Smart & Final on Wilshire by the Rite Aid.
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Rite Aid
5575 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
the bazaar, by jose andres - the good and the disappointing, a review
We had a similar crappy experience when we dined at The Bazaar back in July of this year. Dinner started out quite nicely and attentive, but quickly deteriorated into chaos and confusion once all the "beautiful people" showed up (I make this analogy jokingly because they're all just a bunch of poseurs). Seems that they care more about those who go there to be seen rather than the ones who actually go because they care about the food they're trying. It's a real shame. Jose Andres is a great chef and personality. For him to allow his hard-earned reputation to be tarnished in such a way is a great shame.
Our party of 7 will not be returning to The Bazaar.
Dulce de Leche Cake
Could I please get referrals for any bakeries where I could purchase a Dulce de Leche cake, NOT Tres Leches? I would prefer to stay away from Sweet Lady Jane -- I am not a fan of theirs.
Thank you!
Fung Lum Chinese Restaurant...still around?
Fung Lum, whether in the SF Bay Area or in HK was one of THE BEST RESTAURANTS ever!!!
Ja Jyang Myeon - Korean Bean Paste Noodles
That would be Dragon, which is on Vermont by Olympic, next door to Yongsusan.
Osteria Mozza Party of 7
P.S. We are not balloons and flowers types. As it stands, we intend to do cake elsewhere that evening so as to not disturb the other patrons' dining experience.
Osteria Mozza Party of 7
Thank you everyone for your suggestions. I called the Pizzeria and was told that the cost would be $1,500 plus numerous other extra charges. The room can accommodate 14 people, but I think it may not be the direction we want to take on this occasion.
I do understand the issues with big celebrations at restaurants. As a frequent diner-outer, I have to agree that they can be really annoying. As far as being a no-show, I have far more respect for other people's time (and money). I would never do that with any reservations or appointments where someone else's time and money are involved. I do realize, however, that it's an unfortunate fact of life, particularly in Southern California.
Thanks again for the advice.
Osteria Mozza Party of 7
I need some advice and/or suggestions from Chowhounders. I called and got a reservation at Osteria Mozza for mid-August. I tried to book a table for 8 people for a birthday celebration, but was told that the maximum was 6 people. So I've managed to whittle the numbers down to 7. My friend called separately to see if they can make amends for 8, even going so far as to dividing the group into two tables seated close together. She was told "no."
I don't think I'm alone here when it comes to booking anything at Mozza, be it the Pizzeria or the Osteria. We're all frequent diners and I just don't see how they can continue to have this policy at the Osteria. I can understand it at the Pizzeria, but with the price points at the Osteria, it just seems a tad bit rigid and not forward-thinking.
Can anyone offer any advice as to what I can do?
