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Getting away from Los Angeles is always a treat but sometimes staying in LA…and still getting away…is even better.  The Portofino Hotel, nestled in the King Harbor Marina of Redondo Beach, is the perfect location for a weekend away without having to go very far at all.  If you’re headed to LA, or you live […]

This holiday season Bluewater Grill is keeping with their tradition of stuffing the lobster instead of the bird. A prix fixe special that includes lobster, clam chowder, wine and more is available for lobster lovers on Tuesday, December 12.

A lovely interior and wonderful food and drinks are waiting for you at the relaunched BALEEN Kitchen in Redondo Beach.

Bettolino Kitchen is settling in as a fan favorite for creative Italian food and beverage in Redondo Beach. Here we take a look at a few beverages, a couple entrees, and dessert.

In this review, we’re looking back on items from the fall menu and a few regular menu favorites at North Italia in El Segundo.

Carolina’s Italian Restaurant has been serving Italian food to Orange County residents and visitors for more than 35 years. With the continued success of their Garden Grove location, the family-owned operation has expanded to a new location in nearby Anaheim. During the Memorial Day weekend, Nicole and I stopped by the Anaheim restaurant to try some of their homemade pasta dishes and more.

As CPK starts a new chapter in its history book, changes in décor and new additions to the menu are prepping the chain for a new generation. Here’s what we found.

In a class led by Chef Aaron Camacho of Artesana Pops, I had the opportunity to learn how to make a different kind of Popsicle, traditional Mexican paletas, or ice pops made with fruit and cream. This write up includes the recipes and techniques you can use to make the perfect paleta at home.

Manhattan House is one of the latest additions to gastropub dining options around the South Bay. With a fresh, seasonal menu and solid beverage options, they’re already exceeding expectations.

Dominique’s Kitchen recently celebrated their second anniversary. Bryan and his family attended the celebration. Click through for a recap of the menu…

This past weekend, LA’s namesake magazine hosted an event showcasing some of the top chefs and best restaurants around town. With the growth and acceptance of the South Bay’s gourmet dining scene, there’s no surprise that several of our home town chefs were front and center.

Both locations of The Rockefeller — Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach — are benefiting from a new chef, Cody Diegl. Find what’s new…

Killer Shrimp recently opened a South Bay location on Hermosa Beach’s Pier Avenue Plaza. Bryan’s wife, Peggy, provides the recap of her evening out…

I recently dined with my cousins and I was poked about not reviewing a gourmet food truck recently. I had been eyeing a number of Orange County trucks and his ‘poke’ motivated me to take a drive to the OC. You may be wondering why I would consider driving to Orange when we have an […]

From the moment it opened, Boiling Point Gardena restaurant has been one popular spot. From lunch time to dinner time, this Gardena restaurant is always packed with South Bay folks who want to eat their famous soups. The hot soup menu has something for everyone. Among the popular choices are their house special hot soup […]