Important news flash: summer did not end at Labor Day. First, you’re welcome. Second, since the mercury is still kickin’ it in the upper 80′s, it’s a good thing you have another two weeks to officially wear white shorts not to mention at least one outside weekend event to wear them to. Yes, Go Go’ers, the [...]
It’s going to be three days of hella hot this weekend. What’s a Go Go’er to do? a) Go to the beach! Surely no one else will have this idea. b) Go to a county fair! Furry animals are at their fragrant best in 80+ degree weather. c) Get out of town! You’ll have earned that one-day getaway after hours [...]
Los Angeles seems to have a major food event at least twice a week but it shouldn’t surprise that The Taste, our homegrown, hometown event, is the ultimate dine-and-drink destination for foodies. Sponsored by the Los Angeles Times, this Labor Day weekend eating extravaganza is the perfect transition from beach to back-to-school. Nothing like a weekend of wall-to-wall eats to make you happy that [...]
WHY A great Sunday vibe at a serious market. WHAT Since opening in 2006, this market has become an important westside gathering place (Councilman Bill Rosendahl held his swearing in here) and resource for quality ingredients. Chefs Mary Sue Milliken, Hans Rockenwagner and Raphael Lunetta shop here for their families, and local eateries like Curious [...]
WHY Individual cheeses and party platters from one of L.A.’s most passionate cheeseheads. WHAT This handsome cheese shop is the work of Andrew Steiner, ex of Patina. ‘This Place Stinks’ is the store’s tagline, a clue to its lighthearted approach to what is, in fact, a very serious resource for high-quality cheese. Wine, beer and [...]
WHY The pampering, the prestige and the people-watching. Also the spaghetti with tomato and basil, which is as good as its $24 price tag would suggest. WHAT Scott Conant’s unfussy Mediterranean fare appeals both to the conservative older crowd and the moneyed young bucks who frequent this deluxe hotel restaurant. The kitchen shines at pasta, [...]
WHY Because you can’t decide if you want Asian or European or American. WHAT At this French-Vietnamese-American fusion bistro in Pasadena, regulars return for the yellow curry, the croque monsieur, the mussels provençale, the sesame steak salad, and the American breakfasts. Brought to you by the talented young couple who own Daisy Mint, this place [...]
Go Go’ers, consider this an early intervention for your Labor Day weekend. You’ve planned out your non-Labor days: sailing, surfing, sunning, sipping adult beverages, and chatting up celebs and/or especially attractive wannabes. Do you really want to waste that carefully cultivated glow on a backyard BBQ with shriveled weenies and some pickle relish potato salad? [...]
Come September 1st, you may have some plans. An epic barbecue. (The Argentinean gauchos are on speed dial.) An inspired road trip. (Official spirit guide: Senor Hunter S. Thompson.) A three day sesh of surf and sun worship. (Let’s just say your mermaid auditions have been very, very thorough.) That doesn’t mean your penultimate summer days [...]
There’s no denying that street food is some of the best in the world. Something about being outside just makes it taste better. But unless you’re willing to sacrifice your reputation by carrying a bottle in a brown paper bag, you can’t enjoy your meal with a cocktail, a beer, or a glass of wine…or [...]
