Zinc, The Restaurant Inside the Shade Hotel, Manhattan Beach
Many people are aware of the Shade Hotel in downtown Manhattan Beach. What is not well known is that there is an amazing restaurant tucked inside. Along with a great bar and wine cellar, Shade also houses an outstanding restaurant: Zinc. Read on for details…
M B Post: It’s Not Just for Special Occasions
On Valentine’s Day, Bryan celebrated the holiday with his family enjoying a heart shaped pizza from Rizzos in Redondo Beach. While this ended up being tasty, he finally made it up to his wife by taking her to a nice restaurant in the South Bay…
Rubio’s Salmon and Mahi Mahi Offer Options to “The Original Fish Taco”
There’s more to Rubio’s than just their beer-battered fish taco. In this taste test, Michael goes in to find out about their grilled Atlantic Salmon and Pacific Mahi Mahi in tacos and burritos.
Wine Flights and Tapas are Paired with Love at Barsha, Manhattan Beach
Two experienced chefs (who also happen to be husband and wife) share their love for food and wine at Barsha in Manhattan Beach.
Manhattan Beach Executive Chef Creates ‘Best Ice Cream Sandwich Ever’ for South Bay
One of the hottest chefs in the South Bay, Fish Bar’s Jessica Jordan, has started a new business venture based on one of her passions: ice cream. Read about what she created and how it could be the best ice cream sandwich ever.
Manhattan Beach Bread and Bagel Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Throwback Prices
To mark 20 years of continuous operations, Manhattan Beach Bread & Bagel is taking their prices back to 1993.
Pitfire Brings Top Rated Artisan Pizza to Manhattan Beach
Zagat’s 12 Must-Try Wood-Fired Pizzas reads like a who’s who of Los Angeles artisanal pizza makers. With five locations around LA, Pitfire Artisan Pizza is in the #1 spot on that list. This month they’ll be bringing their signature pizzas to Manhattan Beach.
Biggest Loser Celebrity Chef Devin Alexander Creates Low Calorie Diet for Shade Hotel: 30 Days of Devinly Decadence
There’s still time to work on those New Year’s resolutions. Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach has partnered with Celebrity Chef Devin Alexander to put together a menu that cuts the calories but keeps all the flavors, textures, and sensations we love. The South Bay Foodies sampled a few of her “Devinly” creations and we agree, they may be low in calories but are decadent indeed.
Start Your New Year’s Resolutions Right with Leafy Greens of Manhattan Beach!
If losing weight or saving money corresponds with your New Year’s Resolutions, you should definitely read about Bryan’s latest find, Leafy Greens. Fortunately, it’s located right in the heart of the South Bay.
Salads and Signature Beverages at Lemonade, Manhattan Beach
I was first introduced to the cafeteria style offerings of Lemonade during Taste of Abbot Kenney a couple years ago. I had no clue at the time, but was soon swept away by their puckeringly tangy lemonade and expertly made salads and proteins. I’m so happy they’re in Manhattan Beach!
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Opens New Concept Store in Manhattan Beach
Southern California’s own Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will open its newest location today in Manhattan Beach. Located on Rosecrans Ave, this new store will be the first Tea Bar concept store introduced by the chain, affectionately known as “Coffee Bean”.
Hurricane Sandy Fundraiser This Friday at Barsha Wines in Manhattan Beach
Efforts are underway to help New York and New Jersey residents recover from the effects of Hurricane Sandy. It might seem like we’re 2000 miles away but we can still help. This Friday you can get in the spirit of fundraising by letting the spirits get in you at Barsha Wines and Spirits (formerly Sepulveda […]
The Strand House’s Series of Celebrated Chefs Presents Iron Chef Jose Garces
For one night only, The Strand House will feature Master Chef Jose Garces as he serves a five course, Latin-inspired menu. The event takes place on Monday, October 29 in Manhattan Beach.
New Mexican Hatch Green Chiles are now available in SoCal!
Chile experts recognize and appreciate chiles from Hatch New Mexico. In fact, Melissa’s Produce is aware of this phenomenon and trucks Hatch chiles from New Mexico to selected Southern California locations each year. For the past few years, Bryan and his wife have visited Bristol Farms to enjoy this wonderful experience and to pick up a year’s supply of this amazing chile. Read on for details….
This Weekend! Jose Cuervo Volley Ball in Manhattan Beach, Spirits Festival in San Diego
Stay local or hit the road. Either way there’s plenty going on in Southern California for those of us seeking some fast-paced sports action or new and exciting beverages. Here are two you might want to consider!