Any local Los Angeleno knows that living in Los Angeles means having access to the best of the best when it comes to vegan and vegetarian food. Referred to as a “mecca for plant-based dining” by Eater and the “center of the universe” for vegans by VegNews — there’s no settling for a plate of […]
How 3 Los Angeles Chefs First Fell in Love with Seasonal Food
Grandma’s signature chicken noodle soup. Cotton candy at the state fair. Strawberry-picking in the summer. Foundational childhood experiences with food tie all of us to generations past and present and set the tone for how we think about eating and cooking for the rest of our lives. But what kind of childhood memories spark not […]
Sweetfin Poke’s Dakota Weiss on L.A.’s “Poke Wars”
Poké is the Hawaiian verb for “to cut crosswise into pieces.” It is also a raw fish dish traditionally served as an appetizer in Hawaiian cuisine. This dish originated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean… literally. While on the job, fishermen would add different seasonings to small cuts of whatever they would be pulling […]
Why South End’s Mario Vollera Believes in “Slow Pizza”
In a city where five-star restaurants are tucked away in nondescript strip malls, there’s nothing particularly novel about a high/low culinary mash-up. Still, when Rome native Mario Vollera opened South End, a casual eatery dedicated to pairing fine wine with rustic pizza, it’s hole-in-the-wall location at the very southern end of Venice’s Abbot Kinney quickly […]
The 10 Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Los Angeles
Thanks to the amazing weather, life is good for dogs in L.A. And thanks to the many, many restaurants with pup-friendly outdoor patios, it’s pretty sweet for dog-owners, too. With so many options, you can afford to be discerning and seek out dog-friendly establishments with the best food and drinks. To help, we’ve tracked down 10 […]
Behind the Counter with Dan Goddard of Backyard Bowls
There are few things more enjoyable than eating a bowl of something deliciously sweet with a spoon. Yes, this includes ice cream, (we would never downplay the importance of ice cream) but it also includes the sweet, frozen creations that Backyard Bowls has been blending up (LOUDLY, I might add) since 2008. The acai bowl […]
3 Los Angeles Restaurants Serving Up Seasonal Dishes
Whether you are trying to impress a date with the perfect spring picnic, in need of a few extra nutrients after a weekend out on the town, or perhaps just really craving the vibrant colors and crunch that come from fruits and vegetables sourced at peak harvest: sometimes fresh, seasonal food is exactly what the […]
Wine & Takeout Pairing 101
Wine pairing. Two words that can bring to mind dim restaurant lighting, never-ending wine lists, and high brow musings on this year’s grapes from the Napa Valley. But enjoying wine doesn’t have to be this way. While pairing can be intimidating, especially when considering wines outside of the “Big Six Grapes” (Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, […]
Behind the Counter with Zak Fishman of Prime Pizza
Ask a friend: what’s your favorite kind of pizza? Go ahead, I’ll wait. Chances are they have an opinion regarding not only their top spot for a slice, but also what style and which toppings reign supreme. In fact, I bet you’ve conjured up a personal pizza of your own while reading this. Pizza is […]
Mother, Chef & Restaurateur: Pono Burger’s Makani Carzino
Motherhood is tough, but being a mom and running a restaurant? Makani Carzino—owner and chef of Pono Burger, Pono Kitchen + Bar, the newly opened Makani in Los Angeles, and Ultimate Burger in Hawaii—knows this life well. Carzino is the proud mama to Phoenix, her equestrian-loving, chicken-owning, chef-aspiring, soon-to-be 11-year-old daughter. We caught up with Carzino on the […]