Easter Brunch at Home or Around Town

If looking for an Easter Brunch feels more like an egg hunt, look no further. Here are some suggestions to consider, whether you’re cooking at home or heading out.

Clam Chowder Cookoff at Redondo Beach Pier

UPDATE: This article is for the 2010 event.  Click here for information on this year’s Clam Chowder Cookoff! This weekend Quality Seafood will host cooks of all kinds for a clam chowder cook off.  This is their second running of the clams to raise funds for The Wellness Community, an organization providing free support for […]

Exclusive Dinner With Wine Maker Kelly Fleming

Paul Martin’s American Bistro is offering an exclusive dining experience right here in the South Bay! On Wednesday, March 24, diners are invited to enjoy a four course meal; each course will be paired with a selection from wine maker Kelly Fleming.  Before the meal, diners will be treated to a selection of tray passed […]

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations and Events

On Wednesday, March 17, everyone in the South Bay becomes Irish!  From sunrise to sunset, the streets of our beach cities are likely to be packed with green-clad leprechauns chasing rainbows and pots o’ gold.  Here are a few suggestions to get your St. Patty’s Day celebration going.

My Sweet Dream Is Lido’s Kitchen Nightmare

I was totally stoked last summer when I was invited to dine at Lido di Manhattan while Gordon Ramsay was filming an episode of Kitchen Nightmares.  I’m even more excited now as the show is airing this Thursday on Fox!

I’m Cooking For Stir It 28!!

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 […]

Valentine’s Menus for South Bay Sweeties

When couples make plans for Valentine’s Day, a romantic dinner is often the focus of their celebration.  Fortunately, there are many options for love-struck diners in the South Bay.  Here are just a few of them!

Help The People of Haiti

Here are some ways you can help the people of Haiti.  Most of them are geared towards supporting children. I always think of the kids in situations like this.  I guess its the parent in me.