Where to buy pitaya (a.k.a. dragon fruit)

I picked some up at the Saturday Santa Monica Farmers Market. The same vendor also had passion fruit. Go early because they sell out, just make sure to leave some for me.

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BEST SUSHI OF LOS ANGELES

For OC, I would throw in San Shi Go in Laguna beach across from the Sandpiper (dirty bird). When I am down in OC it is a must stop.

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It's It Ice Cream Sandwiches - Westside

Sweet Jesus you were right. They do carry It's It (Vanilla only) and they are only $1.50. I bought 6 (saved a few for you wilafur) and the guy looked at me like I was insane. Told him he should think about ordering Mint when he re-orders and got the typical LA gas station attendant non - response. I am in heaven tonight. Thanks for the suggestion foodhappy and everyone else.

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Working Late - Delivery in Santa Monica

I usually order Dagwoods for their Chciken Avocado. Great suggestion on Tacos Por Favor. Totally forgot about that. Another gem is Louises, they do deliver and have great salads and a great chick parm.

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It's It Ice Cream Sandwiches - Westside

I am going there after work today. I may buy up all of their inventory of the Mint Chip and Cappucinos. Thank You.

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Paso Robles First Visit: Some Comments

I agree with the Villa Creek report. It used to be so consistent, however I think their success has gone to their head. There is a restaurant called Artisan that is superb that you should definitely try next time.

Linne Calodo has been inflating their prices, we were very sad to drop out of their wine club because our shipments were getting very expensive. Hug and Garretson (same area) are great winemakers, their Rhone style winemaking is what is putting Paso on the map. If you like really Jammy wines, you should definitely try Turley on the next trip as well.

I can't wait to go back and drive those beautiful windy roads through the oak trees.

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It's It Ice Cream Sandwiches - Westside

Yeup, the mint chip is what keeps me up at night. Thanks for checking!

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It's It Ice Cream Sandwiches - Westside

The hot summer days are here and one of the best things other than a cold margarita to cool down is an ice cream sandwich. The problem is that I can't find the ice cream sandwich I fell in love with in High School... It's It. That's the name... it's it. It is vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two amazing oatmeal cookies and covered with dark chocolate. It seem's that the Nestle ice cream cookie sandwich people have partnered with the Mafia because they are everywhere, taking up precious ice cream cooler space. If anyone in LA knows where to find It's It (preferably in Santa Monica), please I am calling on you to help me. I am sure there are some SFO expats that are in the know.

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Adobe - Santa Monica. Any info?

We have a rez for this new spot on Ocean ave in Santa Monica and have heard nothing about it except for the blurb on Opentable. Has anyone heard anything good or bad about it? Anyone been there yet? Please help, I am nervous eating somewhere I have no recon on.

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Paso Robles Wineries to avoid

Least Favorite:
JanKris
Tobin
EOS
Eberle

Favorites:
Garretson
Turley
Linne
Denner
Saxum
Villa Creek

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Best Cobb Salad

I would second Coral Tree cafe and also add that Jack and Jills in Santa Monica has an insane cobb. They are very generous with the chicken, bleu cheese, smoked bacon, and avocado.

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