Outside The South Bay

By Michael • July 13th, 2010

For Nicole’s birthday, we set off on an amazing race across LA.  The finish line involved getting Thai food in Culver City!

LA is a great city for experiencing the World Cup and all the revelry that goes with it. With the multitude of cultures that thrive in this melting pot, just about everyone has a country or team in the tournament that they can connect with.  Its no surprise then, that restaurants are showing their team spirit by backing the teams that match their menus.

In this report, Annalise takes a look back at the San Diego Spirits Festival.  She shares her thoughts on vodka, scotch, and even a liqueur made from coca leaves!

Old Town Pasadena is kicking of its first restaurant week today, Tuesday June 1.  Running until June 8, the seven day event features deals at 25 restaurants around the swank and historic Old Town area.

This weekend is full of events that will please foodies all over town.  From LA, to the South Bay, to OC, there’s something for everyone!

While many restaurants come and go, there are a few that stand the test — and tastes! — of time.  The Chaya chain of restaurants is one that has built its staying power on a reputation of good food and good service. To celebrate 20 years of business at its Venice location and 10 years [...]

The organizers of the Pebble Beach Food and Wine Festival are telling the absolute truth when they say its the “culinary event of a lifetime”.  Good thing its an annual event!

I could easily write this review in three words: BEST SOUP EVER!

Specifically, I’m talking about the Spicy Pumpkin Butternut Squash Soup featured at The Terrace Restaurant located inside the amazingly posh Langham Hotel in Pasadena.

Your cooking is terrible.  The upside?  You could be on TV.

About a month ago, I wrote a post with links to charitable organizations that were working to help the people of Haiti.  My friend and fellow blogger Chrystal of The Duo Dishes commented to the effect of “We’ve got something cooking; hope you’ll help!”  I wasn’t surprised; Chrystal and Amir always have something cooking, literally [...]

Coca-Cola has a new outfit: this refreshing beverage is now being served in a chic aluminum bottle that’s designed to keep your beverage cool 15% longer…and make you look cool while sipping it.

This week, KCRW and Radio Disney are joining our Culver City neighbors to celebrate the opening of Westfield Culver City.  The Westfield Group’s $180 Million remodel of the old Fox Hills mall brings a totally new look to the corner of Sepulveda and Slauson.

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending happy hour at Chaya Brasserie, a quaint but trendy Asian-fusion bistro in Beverly Hills.  The occasion? A gathering of foodies and food bloggers called together by none other than Chrystal and Amir, the tenacious twosome also known as The Duo Dishes.  They put the call [...]

OC is back with another exciting week of discounted fine dining at more than 100 restaurants.  This is the second restaurant week for OC this year.  My guess is they couldn’t be outdone by LA County which also has a round two restaurant week coming up in October. With a wide array of cuisines to choose from and great deals [...]