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Del Taco Coming To SM Blvd. WLA
Agreed - the 2 that I frequent for my El Scorcho fix always have a line at the drive-through. How can this location deal with that kind of traffic if everyone has to park?
Coni's Seafood - ? RIP?
This tweet was sent on 3/2:
@ConiSeafood is temp. working out of a catering truck parked in front of their resto due 2 damage from a power line a week ago. Back in biz!
Asian Night Market to Open in Pasadena
The Expo now has two rows of outside booths with food being prepared - aside from the one bldg solely devoted to sampling of food and beverages for sale. It is definitely one of my favorite annual events.
gluten-free vegan at LAX?
I work in Terminal 5 - you can access the International Terminal without a boarding pass. The most food options are indeed there. When you post what airline you are arriving on I'll be able to give more advice! Also - exactly how long is the layover?
Haven't seen too much written on Roy Choi's new restaurant, Sunny Spot yet. A quick reflection...
I put a post on here opening night and got no comments - seems like there is little interest - and I don't get it!
I loved the squid - really enjoyed the sauce. I also had the plantains, and found that in my order there were some pieces that were harder than others. I preferred the softer pieces, but again, really liked the seasoning. Also had the pineapple lollipops which were skewers with pineapple sprinkled with a chile salt. Very refreshing.
For dessert it was the sweet potato souffle with marshmallow ice cream - the ice cream was amazing! I would have bought a pint to go.
I am looking forward to my next visit!
Opening Night at Sunny Spot
First - let me say that I know I was crazy to go on opening night - but there were a few things on the menu that really had my attention so go I did!
This is the new restaurant from Roy Choi in the spot where Beechwood used to be on Washington Blvd.
There is a back room that is reservations only - nice and quiet. The bar area and patio are both seat yourself with small tables and a few communal tables as well. Very loud!
I arrived around 7:00 and had many tables to choose from, when I left it was packed.
I ordered three things to start : Pineapple Lollipops with chili salt, Sweet and Salty Plantains, and Passion Fruit Squid with Coconut,Chiles,and Mint.
The Plantains were first to arrive and they were delicious, sticky sweet with a salty edge. The portion was pretty big which was a good thing because for awhile it appeared that they would be all I was going to get. After a very long time, my waiter came over and asked which dish was my favorite - he was quite surprised to hear that I had only been served the Plantains. The situation took quite a long time to correct, during which I was visited by a stream of employees, and even Mr.Choi himself. I was able to laugh it off, as it was opening night and I didn't expect a smooth ride. I finally got the other two dishes which were very satisfying. The Pineapple was served on skewers and dusted with chile salt - perfectly refreshing! The Squid was amazing, cooked to perfection and served in a sauce that I could not get enough of. Mr.Choi came back over to the table and told me that they were going to comp the whole meal - a very classy move! I had already chosen the dessert I wanted which is called "November Pie". It's a Sweet Potato Souffle in a Walnut Crust with a scoop of Toasted Marshmallow Ice Cream. - Heavenly! I could eat a pint of this ice cream easily.
So - all in all it was definitely a success - the food was great and I know that I will be returning regularly to try many other items.
http://sunnyspotvenice.com/
Spekuloos in LA?
I got a message from Biscoff that it is now sold at World Market stores
So....has anyone tried a Fonut?
I tried two as well - Rosemary Olive Oil and Banana Chocolate. Both were really good and moist - definitely not healthy tasting. I asked if they had the calorie info and the cashier made it clear that this was not the first time she had been asked - she went to the kitchen to ask and came back with a "they're working on that" answer. She and I agreed that the sales may diminish when folks find out how not good for you they are! A satisfying treat but way too expensive for what it is.
Jonathan Gold's Breakfast Event??
Have to agree - great event today! I got there when the doors opened and the air conditioning was working fine!
You touched on a couple of my favorites - the Playa dish was with burrata - very creamy - and the Tiara pancakes had a lemon sabayon puff - heavenly!
Hope they do it again.
Candy Store Los Angeles
I would try A.sweeT in Beverly Hills - asweetonline.com - they have all sorts of bulk candy!
artisanal la this past weekend
I went on Sunday - bought mole sauce, cupcake, pie, bread pudding and marshmallows.
Sampled amazing cookies, sodas, chocolates, and much more. The area was spacious and uncrowded - a great afternoon for me!
The Griddle Cafe: first visit
Love The Griddle! The menu provides both healthy and unhealthy choices - and if you look around you will see that most people indulging in the oversized pancakes are either sharing them or taking a portion home.
I've tried about 5 or 6 types of pancakes there and all have been full of flavor - current favorite is the Red Velvet!
I'm in the gym every other day and The Griddle is a special treat!
Mariscos Chente Question
The menu is mainly shrimp. The marlin tacos were a special when I was there!
Bean Pies - anyone seen these in LA?
These used to be great - I haven't been there in years!!
Shabazz Bakery · (310) 677-3664
323 E Hillcrest Blvd · Inglewood
Mariscos Chente at Test Kitchen
Sergio will be cooking at Test Kitchen this coming Monday, the 4th!
Reservations through opentable.com - info at testkitchenla.com!!!!
Trucks That Suck
What stops me from going to Kogi now is Chego - I can go eat great food in a comfortable setting and the specials have been amazing......
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Chego
3300 Overland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034
Goodbye Del Taco at Santa Monica and Highland.
I think the one you mention is on Venice Blvd. near Robertson - there is yet another on La Cienega close to the 10 freeway......
LA Street Food Festival - Who's In?
We are all in agreement! Good event but would have been great with more signage and a map! I also would suggest that they utilize more than one entrance gate for the GA crowd - that line was silly.....
Antojitos Carmen was definitely my favorite - they made me a vegetarian plate that was so hot and fresh - I am definitely heading to their place soon!!!!!
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Antojitos Carmen
2510 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Need the name of a restaurant on La Brea
I was thinking it had to be Sante La Brea or as some of us knew it - A Votre Sante.....
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A Votre Sante
13016 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Sante La Brea
345 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
LA Street Food Festival - Who's In?
It's an evening event so no worries about sunscreen!
Tickets were 35.00 on Goldstar!!!!
With 60 vendors hopefully sample sizes will be enough.....
ce fiore where?
I think they are still on Hollywood Blvd between La Brea and Highland........
Hollywood Farmers' Market 4th of July
Yes - they have been twittering all day saying that it's business as usual!
HELP! Best FISH TACOS in Silverlake??!!
Ricky is now serving on Thursday and Friday - this came via twitter today!
HOLA A TODOS! RFT NOW OPEN ON THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS for lunch 11:30 to 3:30 pm @1400 n Virgil(corner DeLongpre) c u all there!
Sorry if it's not late enough.....
Where's the SPICIEST, Most Mouth BURNING YUMMINESS in Town
I tried the Jitlada "spicy challenge" - which basically means that you cannot send the dish back if it's too spicy. It was wonderful, I like my stuff seriously hot, and this was perfect. It burned, but not so much as to be uncomfortable!
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Jitlada
5233 1/2 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
I finally get to try Starry Kitchen
My first visit was tonight as well! Loved the crispy tofu balls and seared tuna salad with mango vinaigrette.
I would definitely be there often if I lived closer, but it will be on my list for a downtown stop. Really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and the welcoming host/owner!!!!
Hollywood Trader Joes Opened This Morning
It's actually tucked in a corner on the other end from where Virgin was!
