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Lunch – March 30, 2025 – JoJo’s Kitchen Taiwan Eats – Redlands Public Market, Redlands, CA.

Another new establishment at Redlands Public Market, but JoJo Taiwanese Eats has other locations. Owner Leon is very ambitious; he plans to open more as his business progresses. After tasting his wonderful food, I can understand why he would want … Continue reading

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Take Ur Seat Lite – Breakfast – March 29, 2025 – Redlands Public Market – RPM – Redlands, CA.

One of the things I love about my IE visits is seeing all of the growth. When the Arrow train came in a few years back I knew this whole area would have an uptick in new restaurants and make … Continue reading

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March 23, 2025 – Brunch – Selvin’s – Thousand Oaks, CA.

When Steven Ortmann – Chief Operating Officer of Selvin’s and The Palm Garden Hotel, offered me a stay and brunch tasting I was so happy. I had previously done a dinner tasting, so brunch will be another welcomed gift. What … Continue reading

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March 22, 2025 – Hotel Stay – The Palm Garden Hotel – Thousand Oaks, CA.

The perfect hidden oasis in the beautiful, picturesque area of Thousand Oaks. This premium hotel boasts a fresh, new and dynamic look after a $3.5 million renovation, which you can clearly see in every area inside and out. Including updates … Continue reading

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Lunch – March 20, 2025 – Mama Lu’s Dumpling House – Restaurant Row – Beverly Hills, CA.

This area is very famous for having some of the most iconic eating establishments in Beverly Hills throughout the years. There have been many restaurants that have come and gone, but Mama Lu’s Dumpling House has a few other Southern … Continue reading

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Noodle Art – Lunch – Farmers Market – March 4, 2025.

This was a Chinese Restaurant for many years, but their business was not doing great, their prices were rising, and their food was traditional Chinese fast food. Now Noodle Art has taken over in the same space. What sets them … Continue reading

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March 1, 2025 – Lunch – Savta – Farmers Market – Los Angeles, CA.

I love all things about the Framers Market. I worked there in my early teens. So anytime I get the opportunity to do a tasting at any of their restaurants, I am excited. Owner Vincent Benoliel calls this new incarnation … Continue reading

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Wow Creations – Oscar Gift Suite – Friday Feb. 28 – Universal Hilton – Los Angeles, CA

Another glorious day in Hollywood, with Award Season in full bloom. Even though its February it feels like its spring or summer. This year’s Wow Creations Oscar Suite did not disappoint, with all of the bells in whistles, it was … Continue reading

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Dinner – February 25, 2025 – Selvin’s Restaurant + Lounge – Thousand Oaks, CA.

I saw that many of my fellow food writers were doing food reviews last year when Selvin’s Restaurant + Lounge first opened. I felt like I missed the boat on those tastings. Then I went to Taste of Conejo with … Continue reading

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Vala Kitchen – Lunch – February 22, 2025 – Hollywood, CA.

The Gower Gulch is a mini strip mall and has seen its share of many restaurants. All types of food, from all over the world, have had much success in the Gower Gulch. Vala Kitchen is one of these new … Continue reading

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