American
Mariposa of Neiman Marcus, Unknown
Excellent view. Creative plating. This is a perfect ladies’ lunch spot. Complimentary consumme and fresh baked popovers to whet your appetite. I sent back the day’s “special,” because they overcooked
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Japanese
Tenkaiipin, Honolulu
Thank goodness they moved my favorite ramen spot from Waikiki to Kapahulu in Honolulu. The soup is simply outta this world. Can’t be replicated. Even better than LA’s Little Tokyo eateries. The soup i
Italian
Four Seasons Hotel Kona, Kona
The appetizer was a lobster ravioli with red pepper sauce. Great concept, but missing a kick. The asparagus salad was blanched perfectly, but needed a bit more dressing drizzled. Main course consisted
Taiwanese
Fu Hang Dou Jiang (阜杭豆漿), Taipei
There was a place in Taipei that I used to go to all the time. It was called Si Hai Tou Jiang of the same name 四海豆漿
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Dodger Dogs and more!
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Cocktails
Cocktail of the Week – Godmother
A Godmother is a derivative of the Godfather cocktail – which is Amaretto and Scotch. The Godmother – which is Vodka and Amaretto, is a sweet drink that goes well with Cigars. Basically any sweet cock
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ArtBites, unknown
ArtBites features kids classes as well as adult classes with food and history. Ranging from courses featuring Italian history and Chinese history with food accompanied. Courses are taught at Museums,
Chinese
L'Amour Cafe, Monterey Park
Located in the back of a mini mall in Monterey Park, L’Amour Cafe is a hidden gem that specializes in traditional Cantonese cuisine. Monterey Park has always been known for cantonese faire – especiall
Italian
Drago Centro, Los Angeles
Located in Downtown LA with an impressive wine collection. I went for the DineLA experience and couldn’t resist their menu degustazione six course tasting menu. Some of my favorites? The cod served wi
Fusion
The Open Door, Monterey Park
Monterey Park’s own izakaya spot. Opened by two friends from the South Bay that wanted to share their passion for Asian fusion. Menu samplings: albacore tuna sashimi, mini burgers w/ a fantastic reduc
Taiwanese
The Okura Prestige (大倉久和大飯店), Taipei
On a trip back to Taipei, I was taken to a small tea house called Chun Shui Tang. I was told, that one of the chain in Taichung was responsible for creating the Pearl Milk Tea. The Pearl Milk Tea, als
Japanese
Musha, Southern California
Musha is one of the finest Japanese restaurants in Southern California. I have couple of friends that swear by it. This izakaya style restaurant features some of the best presentation around.