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Rich Azzolino is my pal, so when I knew I was coming back this year for Christmas I called him and he said without any hesitation, come back and try some things you didn’t try last time. Well I am … Continue reading →

Everything about this place screams old Hollywood, from the posters on the walls to the movies always being shown, the owner Gem studied film here in San Francisco, go figure. Gem and his wife Cigdem are originally from Istanbul, Turkey, … Continue reading →

Geary Blvd. in San Francisco has many ethnic restaurants, it is a sleepy area, but jammed packed with delightfully creative dining. Simple, yet elegant, Mescolanza does not disappoint. Chef Rueben decided what I should try and he did a great … Continue reading →

I flew from Los Angeles to Oakland, had a real Bart adventure getting to the restaurant, and arrived at the restaurant at 8:30 PM with only an hour before the kitchen would shut down. That did not stop their wonderful … Continue reading →

This is a Rogers and Hammerstein musical at its best, traditional and in all of its original glory. The gorgeous costumes, sets, and actors, are truly a feast for your eyes! An amazing production that should be seen by all! … Continue reading →

Wilde Wine Bar and Restaurant – Dinner Saturday Dec. 10, 2016 – Hollywood, CA. This is a great location, on La Brea in a very hipster area, with lots of art galleries on every block. This used to be a … Continue reading →

The Petersen Museum is a great reason to get out and explore this fantastic event. This is the perfect backdrop for yummy desserts, cocktails and some savories dishes. You will enjoy your decadent experience amidst some of the most collectable … Continue reading →

Bella Cristia is in La Quinta, California, better known as Gem of the Desert. La Quinta has many outdoor activities and special events throughout the year, along with plenty of sunshine. La Quinta is pretty much, a resort town, filled … Continue reading →

In the beautiful Rancho Mirage Community Park, on a gorgeous warm fall day, eating all kinds of fantastic Italian food at The Italian Festival, and enjoying every minute of it. This was all to benefit the desert charity; Desert Arc, … Continue reading →

Mitch’s on El Paseo is a concept developed by long-time restaurateur, Mitch Epstein, who brings his 31 years in the restaurant business to team up with respected sushi master and chef, James Holder – who was raised in Japan as … Continue reading →