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I took the subway from Hollywood and Western and walked 2 blocks to get to Tabachines Cocina. The vibe going was very cool, very urban but with a delicious payoff. Even though this was a limited tasting, I just got … Continue reading →

Hyperion Public opened it’s doors on January 25 of 2016. There are so many cool spots now in Studio City, kind of hard to decipher through all of them, but Hyperion Public really has a whole new vibe that guarantees … Continue reading →

I originally met Dora Herrera at an event called “East LA Meets Napa,” here in Los Angeles, and she invited me to do a tasting at her Hollywood Location. It’s a very modest spot but you can feel the cool … Continue reading →

This is a whole new concept for El Cid, eating on the patio with grilled menu items. But hey it’s summertime and there is nothing better then a night out on the town, in a very hipster environment, eating wonderful … Continue reading →

I did a tasting at their Santa Barbara location in 2011 and was very pleased, the food and drinks were all very authentic Italian cuisine. When I tried the food at their newest location in Westlake, I was also very … Continue reading →

This is definitely a local hot spot, and lots of artsy folk as well, but the food and drinks don’t disappoint, which makes for a nice experience. It is a very urban type of restaurant, with lots of young hipsters, … Continue reading →

Have you ever scene the movie “The Notebook”, or “The Longest Ride”, both are filled with love letters that take you back to a time of a love story history between the two characters. Well after meeting Melodee Sarver, hearing … Continue reading →

At Salty’s you will have the best waterfront view, (voted Best View Waterfront Seafood Restaurants 2016 in Seattle Magazine), while enjoying the best seafood as well. Really this is the best of the best for me, no comparison to any … Continue reading →

In a business area, kind of urban, but nonetheless a great place to enjoy a fantastic dinner with your friends. Close to my Bed and Breakfast, this is a great find in an up and coming neighborhood. Fresh Bistro is … Continue reading →

Everything here is very creative, from their cocktails to their entrees; there is a little twist on each menu item. It’s a husband and wife team at this very chef driven restaurant. Chef and owner Jacob Wiegner, and his lovey … Continue reading →