Category Archives: Restaurant Reviews

Dinner at The Hill – Dec. 28th, 2011

The Hill Bar and Grill is located in the same building as The Saban Theater, which is an art deco gem in Beverly Hills. This theater originally opened its door in 1930 as The Fox Wilshire Theater and was designed … Continue reading

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Tiro Vino Wine Bar Dinner Tasting – Dec. 19th, 2011

Forget Tuscany, stay in Los Angeles for the best Pappardelle since the famed restaurant Erasmo in Ponte A Moriano Lucca, Italy. TiroVino is serving up a melt in your mouth, succulent Pappardelle with wild boar ragu that will bring all … Continue reading

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Nonna of Italy Dinner – Dec. 13, 2011

When I was in Italy in 2006 I enjoyed so much bounty, but nothing was better then having the great hospitality of my appointed Italian Grandma Nonna. I was with my friend Jeanne and her daughter Elena when they visited … Continue reading

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Brunch at Playa Restaurant – Dec. 10th, 2011

Tamales are to Christmas like latkes are to Hanukah, a rich tradition, Jewish or Mexican, it’s all the same. I was very surprised when I got an invite to a tamale demonstration at Chef John Sedlars new restaurant Playa. One … Continue reading

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Dinner at Engine Co. 28 – November 12, 2011

Remember being in your grandmother’s favorite cozy chair, sitting by the fireplace and eating her delicious food? Well you can find that kind of heart-warming experience in the center of downtown Los Angeles. Yes, in your face comfort food at … Continue reading

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Dinner at Border Grill – September 2011

When I met Border Grill’s co-owner, Mary Sue Milliken at an event at The Pacific Design Center, she did a lovely food demonstration of ceviche that was out of this world. We are talking famous celebrity chef here, from Top … Continue reading

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Ray’s and Stark Bar Dinner – August 2011

With a backdrop as artsy as The Los Angeles Museum of Art, handsome looking customers and an ever-engaging Chef, how could you go wrong? Everything here is perfect at Ray’s and Stark Bar. You are touched by the Chef Gods … Continue reading

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