Los Angeles Dodgers World Series parade
Los Angeles Dodgers World Series parade!8th World Series - 2024 Champs! 7 buses of champions! . . .
Los Angeles Dodgers World Series parade!8th World Series - 2024 Champs! 7 buses of champions! . . .
Piano island also known as Gulangyu. Small island located less than a 15 min boat ride away from Xiamen. Similar to Los Angeles’ Catalina island, this getaway island was home to the wealthy, has no ga
The next stop of the Chronicles of Carnitas of East Los Angeles is at Los Cinco Puntos, translated as the Five Points. This local and friendly favorite was highly recommended. I had the usual carnitas
The Chronicles of Carnitas continues with Carnitas El Momo. Probably the internet’s most well known Carnitas truck in Los Angeles. I dig the generous portions in the tacos. The torta was was also very
Light show at downtown Los Angeles Walt Disney Concert Hall. Last night tonight. . . .
Short trip to Tijuana. Got to visit Hotel Caesar for the famous Caesar Salad. walked a bit on Avenida Revolución, visit Mercado Hidalgo, history museum of Tijuana, bought a Los Angeles Dodgers Mexican
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Mexican restaurant for a casual dining experience Nice sized bar to enjoy drinks, sporting events, and karaoke They have pretty good weekday specials Unlimited chips and salsa the friday special for M
Lucky Boy has many loyal followers that lay claim of the best breakfast burrito. Even Los Angeles Magazine boasted about the burrito as well – I believe it was in the May 2009 issue. Many of my friend
Mexican dining, with local and fresh ingredients Located just steps away from the beach Nice big bar Seafood enchiladas, carnitas, and shrimp ceviche were all excellent They serve an interesting Sunda
One of the first nitrogen ice cream shops in LA Had the blue velvet ice cream If you check in on Yelp you get a free waffle cone on your first visit Little Tokyo location faces a lot of competition wi
Wonderful breakfast joint Had the Eggs Florentine which was healthy and good Valet parking available, but there is some street parking, if you can find it On 3rd street, with other great little restau
Du-Par’s has been serving food with fresh ingredients since 1938 Had the famous Monte Cristo Sandwich Open 24 hours Part of LA’s famous Farmer’s Market 6 other locations
Had the carnitas was flavorful and tender, as expected Cemitas are tortas, Mexican sandwiches, from bread rolls. Try the hot sauce with peppers to give the cemitas a kick Glad it is open till 10pm The
Good Cuban Food Roast Pork is a must order. Also the Roast Chicken is a popular favorite Will try the Cubano Sandwich next time Had my first fried Yucca like potatoes Versailles is also the name of a
Great Burgers and one of the best fried chicken – Can’t stop thinking about the SMOKEY FRIED CHICKEN – jidori chicken, smoked milk gravy, yam preserves, spicy pickled okra The evolution of the gastrop
Love the tater tots I like how they use sweet Hawaiian Bread on everything This is a guilty pleasure that isn’t healthy Fast Casual Food that is going against the health trend Burgers and Sausage are
Korean inspired food – sausage, fried balls, and fries Good flavors Seems like fast food done in a new way Not sure if using “Seoul” or Korean cuisine is best to describe this food. It does use typica
Great Happy Hour Mac and Cheese, all versions, is nice and cheesy and gooey Nice semi-outdoor patio in the back. Small, cozy, and airy Heard it has a pretty good brunch menu Valet parking available, b
Excellent Korean BBQ – quality meats Long waits Parking is valet in Ktown with Street Parking is tough to find Don’t forget to order the Kimchi fried rice The cheese is a great accompaniment
First of the recent gourmet burger trend Does not offer ketchup or substitutions or modifications on the burger or any menu items – Take it or leave it 2nd location in Culver City has nice outdoor pat
Inside Cousin’s Maine
great sandwiches, yet pricey sandwiches pretty good system in ordering get the Kurobuta Pork Belly Banh Mi sandwich I like the bread 15 locations. . .I still remember their first one in DTLA
I was here over the summer with family and relatives. And this is the ideal place to bring large crowds. Though its a chain, it does have a feel of a New York Italian restaurant, maybe on steroids. Wi
My late night go-to restaurant, if I am without my wife . . . open 24 Hours Everyone loves the carne asada Beef, but I like the al pasto Pork Brough a King Taco Burrito to a Dodger Game FTW I also lov
What is Mozza Mozza is a pizza restaurant with traditional Italian recipes the simple dish of pizza. Nancy Silverton of La Brea Bakery and Campanile, Mario Batali of Food TV fame and owns several rest
Pizzeria Mozzahttp://pizzeriamozza.com 641 N Highland Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036 323 297-0101
Los Angeles has seen a recent trend of Asian fusion cuisine in the past couple of years with Chego and Tasty Kitchen. Sang Yoon, of Father’s Office, presents us with Lukshon in Culver City. http://www
I had heard of Bigmista and his wonderful Barbecue from twitter feeds, blogger pundits, and the LA rags. Yet, I could never find a way or excuse to one of his farmer market appearances. So, this last
Dine LA 2011 is err was in full swing. I was able to catch the tail end with a visit to The Blvd during my short stay in Los Angeles for the Chinese New Year vacation. http://www.thethirstypig.com/wp-
The Lab is a gastropub located across the street from USC. In the spirit of gastropubs and wine bars, like Bar Food, Westside Tavern, and Bacaro, The Lab features nice selection of libations and food.
Marouch 4905 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029 323 662-9325 marouchrestaurant.comhttp://www.marouchrestaurant.com/
I was so happy when I visited Denny’s when I was back in LA. You might laugh as to why I would make a post about Denny’s. But Denny’s, I would argue, is an American institution – as American as apple
Kungfu Restaurant真功夫 http://www.zkungfu.com/ Many locations
Not many people know Mexican cuisine features sandwiches. This combination of old and new world influences can be seen directly with theses sandwiches – the Torta. Bakeries and flour was brought over
When I was last in Los Angeles – in August, I had put together a list of places that I wanted, rather needed to feast on. On this list, and near the top, was Wood Spoon. I had heard that this downtown
When I see a yellow pepper and a red pepper, my instinct is the red one is the more spicy and dangerous one. Westerns, with my upbringing, are more familiar with the big and slightly spicy bell pepper
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Welcome to the SGV Monterey Park, Alhambra, San Gabriel by Andrew Fung
As long as I can remember, I have always enjoyed eating hamburgers. But whenever I saw a pink color in the meat, I was told it was a “No-No”. Pink meant that it was non fully cooked, and perhaps unsaf
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Rarely does an foreign cuisine cross over from ethic peculiarity to mainstream popularity. Sushi or Teppan-yaki is considered an event in itself, Mexican can arguably fill late night urges, and other
As long as I can remember, I have always enjoyed eating hamburgers. But whenever I saw a pink color in the meat, I was told it was a “No-No”. Pink meant that it was non fully cooked, and perhaps unsaf
Drinking tea is an event in its own self. The importance of tea can be seen in the tea ceremonies of Japan, the teahouses of Taiwan, and the tea shops in China. Chamate, located in Xintiandi, offers a
We recently made a visit to Breadbar again for their next feature – Ramen by Yatai. Yatai, meaning food stall in Japanese, is from Ironnori Concepts, Chef Kazuo Shimamura.
Not your typical Korean BBQ restaurant, Hwang Hae Do HHD specializes in boiled beef cooked in a mixed broth. Sundays were a ritual for a few of us to try different Korean restaurants. Rather than havi
Jitlada specializes in southern Thai style cuisine. Arguably the best Thai restaurant in Southern California, Jitlada can also be found at some of summer Food & Wine festivals. Several LA food writers
This week, I am trying to round up my past visit to all the LA area restaurants that I recently tried before I left for Asia. And Homegirl Cafe is strongly recommend by a good friend.
But in sell honesty, Allston Yacht Club is for the yuppies of the westside, or downtown LA, or even a few miles east to silver lake.
In one week, my last week in Los Angeles, I was able to try some restaurants that were on my short list. On the top of this list was Bazaar. I had heard so many mixed messages from friends, bloggers,
On this night we were able to sample almost everything on the menu. Here are the highlights from the meal. Korean rice cylinders, maple smoked bacon and jalapeno ponzu Chicken meat balls with magnolia
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Jitlada specializes in southern Thai style cuisine. Arguably the best Thai restaurant in Southern California, Jitlada can also be found at some of summer Food & Wine festivals. Several LA food writers
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Bacaro’s been around for a couple of years as a quiet but cool winebar. Perhaps its because I don’t enjoy wine, is why I didn’t look for it. But lately, I have been more daring and wanting to try more
Holy crap . . . what a find. Did you know that Dino’s has the most yelp burger reviews in Los Angeles, except for Tommy’s? And Dino’s doesn’t even specialize in burgers.
This place is a find. This is probably one of the better Korean meals, I have had in awhile. Seongbukdong is known for having excellent Korean comfort food. Perhaps known for the simplicity of the dis
This past weekend, I finally found time to go to El Mercado in East LA. Translated as the Market, this place is 3 floors of swap meet, food court, market, and restaurant all rolled into one.
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This place is a find. This is probably one of the better Korean meals, I have had in awhile. Seongbukdong is known for having excellent Korean comfort food. Perhaps known for the simplicity of the dis
Holy crap . . . what a find. Did you know that Dino’s has the most yelp burger reviews in Los Angeles, except for Tommy’s? And Dino’s doesn’t even specialize in burgers.
Yelp Listinghttps://www.yelp.com/biz/the-oinkster-los-angeles
I attended the LA Weekly 2nd Annual Gold Standard Food & Wine Event at the Petersen Automotive Museum with my friend Miss J. I just wanted to show this car, since it is my favorite car of all time. ht
Miss C made the daring selection for us tonight. Since she is Korean, I trust her judgment in K-Town selections . . . thank goodness. She said she noticed Man Soo, which was opening, while driving aro
The thing about new Korean BBQ restaurants – it is said that they offer morein their servings to entice new customers, smell nicersince they don’t have the stench in the walls, and less crowdedtill th
Not your typical Korean restaurant . . . Kobawoo has pretty good pork – bossam dish. It seems that I am attracted to pork, not sure why.
I believe the direction and concept that The Best Fish Tacos in Ensenada TBFTiE is great one. Talk about what you serve and specialize in it. You also create conversation as to who has the best Fish T
On the suggestion from a friend, Miss J, I was told that Restaurant3, formerly known as Cynthia’s had some of the best fried chicken. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/UYnRoOEBBM/S0ysNFagx5I/AAAAAAAAAn4/LAyEmx
We were all giddy with excitement while waiting for our food to come, or was that our stomachs growling and body’s trembling from low blood sugar. Perhaps both. I know we ripped through the bread and
I wish I wasn’t hyped up about the fried chicken. Otherwise, it would have been a good lunch. But here I was, expecting mouth-watering and show-stopping fried chicken. Their menu features many souther
A decent burger from the East Coast, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, makes its way to my stomach. Though the image of the burger is not appetizing . . .almost looks like a sad burger, it is actually a pr
Country Bistro appears to be a typical Taiwanese restaurant that you’ll find in San Gabriel valley or in Rowland Heights area. But alas, their secret sauce is their soups – herbal soups, in fact. They
One of my first experiences, of many, at Tommy’s was during my freshman year at USC. I was in the USC marching band, and they had a hazing ritual that included a trip to Tommy’s with their famous chil
Here’s one last post about Taiwanese cuisine that I wanted to briefly spout about. Its not necessarily a meal, but more of a late night snack or dessert. Though this place also has entrees, is the des
With a restaurant name like Animal, there’s almost a sense of arrogance about what you think you do well – which is anything non-seafood or vegetable related. Man is instinctively carnivorous, making
The recently opened lounge, Rockwell, is in Los Feliz area of Los Angeles, which is becoming more eclectic and cool. Hidden in the back of a restaurant with no sign, you wouldn’t know that there was a
I really wanted to like this place. The name will remind us of a neighborhood bar/restaurant, in using the word “tavern”. And once you walk in, the place looks airy and yet broodingly hip. The stylize
Tucked away in a food court, blocks away from USC, lives peruvian cuisine at its finest. I recently joined a newly formed monthly dining group that choose Mo-Chica for its first event. I didn’t rememb
Langer’s arguably makes the best traditional pastrami sandwich in Los Angeles. In my opinion they do have the best jewish deli sandwiches. I have been to Canter’s, Nate N Al’s, and Jerry’s deli – but
With a restaurant name like Animal, there’s almost a sense of arrogance about what you think you do well – which is anything non-seafood or vegetable related. Man is instinctively carnivorous, making
You could smell their burgers almost a mile away – literally. In-N-Out, a Southern California institution, has been around for over 60 years. If you haven’t heard of or had a double double from In-N-O
The Dodger have a great promotion working with the different cultures and communities, called My Town. They honor the heritage backgrounds of the fans of the Dodgers. I made plans with my friends to a
Pie ‘N Burger, located near Caltech, features a simple menu of burgers and, of all things, pie. Strange bedfellows they are, burgers and pies is your All American fare. Not much has changed in the 50+
California Chicken Cafe is my favorite chicken place. I’ve been a loyal fan and have been going to the Melrose location for over 10 years. Situated near Highland and on Melrose, California Chicken Caf
Last night, after some K-town drinking. . .a couple of friends and I went to Carnitas Michoacan. I had never heard or been there, but my friends were raving about it. After considering Pinks, Kogi, an
I first heard about Umami from from Good Food from KCRW. Almost anything that Evan Kleiman and Jonathan Gold says, I would almost want to try. In addition, I admit i was intrigued with the idea of any
Lucky Boy has many loyal followers that lay claim of the best breakfast burrito. Even Los Angeles Magazine boasted about the burrito as well – I believe it was in the May 2009 issue. Many of my friend
Here are three sites that I came across about Pizza. One is about a one man’s quest to make a great pizza – in Atlanta. Another is from men’s magazine that talks about US’s top 25 pizzas. And the last
Wurstküche, located near little Tokyo, recently opened in the past year. They fill the void, here in Los Angeles, of a needed german influenced Sausage & Beer house. I could be wrong . . . but that’s
The latest craze in Los Angeles are the “taco trucks” that roam around serving delicious food. One such truck is called Marked5.
Late last year, I went to the Los Angeles Barbeque Festival at the Santa Monica Pier. Held on a nice sunny September day, the 13th and 14th to be exact. Unfortunately, I didn’t know that they moved th
Going on 7 years now, Project By Project is one of the Los Angeles’s highlight food and wine events. Personally, I’ve been to 2 of their past events. This pleasant event features some of the better re
Here is a list of the Food & Wine Events in and around Los Angeles. I know some of them have past . . .but you can check for them next year as well. These are some of the events that I plan to attend
Summertime in Los Angeles is the time for Food & Wine Events. One of the finest events is the The Extravaganza for the Senses by the Saban Free Clinic. They have been having their event for 14 years.
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Concept based on West LA’s Apple Panhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TheApplePan restaurant, opened in 1947 First location was on Melrose, but closed in 2015 Decent burgers and shakes The staff would oft
Sushi Gen is my favorite Japanese Sushi Restaurant in Los Angeles and perhaps the world I’ve been going to Sushi Gen for over 15 years. My favorite Sushi Chef – Kaz is still there and going strong Now
I was fortunate enough to get to go to a Dodger game and experience a Dodger win. Amidst the game, there was some great fare. We had a regular dodger dog, a super dodger dog, bratwurst, chili cheese f
Cha Cha Cha is a long time Los Angeles favorite. Not just for Latin Star – like Jimmy Smit, but all Angelenos alike. Cha Cha Cha is a Tapas restaurant specializing in Carribean fare. Tapas is a type o
I first read Eat Drink or Die this past week and realized that they have a great site. Then I saw Michael Lippman’s post about the top 10+ bbq joints. . . I found some places that I really want to vis
1. Tacos Bajahttp://www.tacosbaja.com/ – Best Fish Tacos. 2. Yuca’shttp://www.yucasla.com/ – Great Tacos and Burritos. 3. Tacos Villa Coronahttp://www.yelp.com/biz/tacos-villa-corona-los-angeles – Awe
Ok, so a lot of place make fish tacos…some chains and even a place on Hillhurst called something like “World’s Best Tacos” but the best fish taco place is in East L.A called Tacos Baja. The crazy thin
Part of my series of Sixes. This will be the first one of many Sixes. Most lists you’ll see are Top 10′s or Top 5 . . . but in an effort to be different, Sixes will be the Thirsty Pig’s thing. As an e
I have to post this list, or else I would forget these places. I know this is an old article, but it is a nice resource to have. These places all have great burgers. I have visited a few of them and I
Jimmy C. aka The Thirsty Pighttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13060699471076622492
I started writing about food in 1996 with my first website – LA Jimmy’s Ultimate Dining Guide. This was when I first worked for a short lived Internet firm in Los Angeles – Emagine Studios. This foray
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Ok, so a lot of place make fish tacos…some chains and even a place on Hillhurst called something like “World’s Best Tacos” but the best fish taco place is in East L.A called Tacos Baja. The crazy thin