It's unfortunate that Breakfast doesn't get as much love and attention as the other meals of the day, but it's understandable given the busy nature of the weekday. But despite the frantic weekday schedule, having a good neighborhood bakery is one way to enjoy something tasty and quick for those on the run. Or a way to enjoy a relaxing weekend [...]
Hatfield's is one of those restaurants that's garnered a lot of positive comments amongst food lovers. It's generally consisted of good recommendations without the hyperbole, almost "understated praise" in a way. And after our visit last night to Hatfield's, I think "understated" is one of the best descriptions (in a good way).From the moment I [...]
I remember the first time I went to Marche Moderne, a few years ago, during their Grand Opening: Taking the escalator up to the quiet, pretty Penthouse portion of South Coast Plaza and finding what looked like a charming sidewalk French Bistro with its cute awnings right in heart of the mall, the juxtaposition was a bit bizarre. Nowadays there [...]
There's something to be said for having a cute, relaxed French eatery in your neighborhood. Perhaps it's the yearning to replicate the experiences I've had in Paris, but I'm always excited to try a new French Brasserie or Bistro that opens up around town. :) So when I heard some Hounds talk about a new French restaurant opening up in Culver City, [...]
Knowing I was going to be visiting my friends in San Diego again this year, I vowed to get away from the more touristy restaurants in the Gaslamp Quarter this time; to try places that have gotten local Hounds excited. Thanks to many SD Hounds' recommendations, I found a charming little French Bistro in the East Village, away from the din of the [...]
Thanks to Chowhound threads started by Mateo R and foodiemahoodie, I learned about the opening of Anisette Brasserie in Santa Monica, the newest restaurant from former Bastide chef, Alain Giraud. Anisette just finished up a soft opening phase, and this past weekend was their first full weekend serving and debuting the Brunch Menu. And tonight [...]
As one of the most celebrated American chefs, Thomas Keller (of The French Laundry and Per Se fame) brings a certain excitement and dynamism wherever he goes. While the residents of Northern California and New York have been blessed with their taste of Thomas Keller's cooking, Angelenos haven't been so lucky. So when news of Thomas Keller opening [...]
Having had three wonderful experiences with Anisette already (despite it being barely 1 month old), I was eager to return after a few weeks to see how things have been developing (and I had friends in town this weekend - 2 of them from France - and wanted to take them somewhere that was fun, upbeat and with good food :).The last dinner visit had [...]
Lucques has been a favorite amongst many a food lover in Southern California. Chef-Owner Suzanne Goin has won many awards and accolades, and so it was with great anticipation that we arrived at the entrance of Lucques on Melrose.The first impression upon entering is that of charming simplicity, with red brick walls, and a beautiful outdoor patio [...]
Spago is perhaps one of the most well-known L.A. restaurants, particularly to those living outside of L.A. It's been home to so many Oscar Parties and Hollywood movie star sightings that when one mentions "Spago" you almost expect it to be about a star sighting or big Hollywood party of some type. For 26 years, the name "Spago" has been the [...]
