Yearly Archives: 2010
Magnum at Biergarten
No one person has taught me to appreciate wine, like my good friend David Haskell. Like many of his pals, I call him simply “Haskell” because (for me) it rhymes with RASCAL. My drink of choice, ever since I was … Continue reading
Filed under Food Events (festivals, classes, etc.)
Fraiche (now closed)
The gorgeous French Chef Ben Bailly calls me his American “Auntie”. If I were 20 years younger (I’m 46) I’d be seriously offended by this, but in all honesty…. I LOVE IT. I met the 28-year-old chef back in October … Continue reading
Filed under Eating Out, Hot Chefs
José Andrés Rocks VEGAS
Chef José Andrés opened not one, but TWO new restaurants at the Cosmopolitan Luxury Resort in Las Vegas last week. Being America’s #1 José Andrés fan (in my own “bazaar” mind), of course I had to fly up for the opening night … Continue reading
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The Scotsman!
So very proud of this article by Peter Ross published in Scotland recently. Link to full article Photos of recent visits to Scotland More articles by Peter Ross (Many thanks to Jonathan Gold for recommending me to Peter Ross!)
Filed under Little Bites
Pig Heaven
This week I’ve scheduled a hangover (and food coma) for Thursday… Seriously, I have to make sure my schedule is clear the day AFTER I return from a bona fide, nose-to-tail pork fiesta in Tijuana. There isn’t much I wouldn’t … Continue reading
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Theme Thanksgiving
Every year my sister Janet plans (for months in advance) a Thanksgiving with a theme. This year she’s whipping up a Greek/Mediterranean feast, and the guests will be required to wear appropriate attire. I haven’t figured out WHAT I’m wearing … Continue reading
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The Yard
Sure wish I lived closer to the Yard in Santa Monica. I’m certain the gastropub would be my regular hangout, plus my good friend Ryan (he’s an awesome food photographer) is there practically every night! A few of my tasty … Continue reading
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Jinya Ramen ‘Round the Corner
I love bargain hunting, especially stores like Marshalls or Ross. They’re like super organized thrift shops but without the musty smell of used clothing. The Marshalls on Ventura (in Studio City) is just a few blocks from my house, so … Continue reading
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