Chauve Souris's Profile
Artisan House (downtown)
Had lunch there today with a group of Downtown co-workers. The industrial-chic space is beautiful--spacious with large windows and natural light. The menu is limited, and I found it a little fussy and twee. My only serious complaint is the paucity of vegetarian options. There were none today in the entrees section. I had a delicious, but very small roasted beet salad for $9. The reuben sandwich was good, as were the flatbread sandwiches ($10 to $13) and soup ($9). The fish in the fish and chips ($17) was deemed "soggy" and not finished. A small side of limp fries with "artisanal" ketchup was $7. The service was friendly, informative and efficient. I'd go back for drinks after work, but didn't think the food was worth the prices.
Luigi's and Kogi truck - a Very Weird Wednesday Night!
Well, actually, I did find one piece of gristle, but I happen to like a little gristle now and then.
Escolar Quest
I can attest to the very embarassing side effects of escolar. Proceed with caution, and with small portions.
The Slaw Dogs, Pasadena
ilikefood, you are too funny! Will Owen and Wild Swede are not the same person. I'm married to Will, and I know Wild Swede. They're kindred spirits, but two entirely different people.
Blueberry Garnish on Aviation Cocktail?
The Aviation cocktails served at the Edison and Varnish in Los Angeles are garnished with what taste like brandied blueberries. Are they available commercially, or do the bars make them from scratch?
Lil' Parlor Pizzeria
I and three friends had dinner at Little Parlor last night. I so wanted to love this place. The room is delightful, with huge windows and views of the trains and passersby. We ordered a charcuterie plate which came with a good amount of olives and meats. Only two pieces of crisp pizza crust came with it as "bread". We had to ask for more. Twice--as our first request went unanswered. We waited an hour for our two pizzas. Maybe it's a question of taste, and the thin-crust pizzas are supposed to be dry, but I wasn't impressed. There's a very limited menu, so I don't understand why everything isn't top-notch.
Paulette Macarons ick
Europane in Pasadena makes excellent macarons. Salty caramel is one of the flavors. Lavender is my favorite.
Are new Tommy's burger locations as good as original?
When was the Samoan or Hawaiian guy at Beverly & Rampart? I remember someone there in the late 60s-early 70s who fits the description.
