Monthly Archives: June 2007

Cajun 3-way Cafe Boogaloo

Posted on June 30, 2007 by kiki

Cafe Boogaloo arrived on the scene in Hermosa Beach in 1995, around the same time I moved back to my hometown. It was the perfect place to meet up with old friends or to have a drink with first dates. … Continue reading →

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A Cajun 3-Way: New Orleans

Posted on June 29, 2007 by kiki

Just a block down from Ragin Cajun, New Orleans occupies a space that used to be a 50s cafe, and you can still see traces of that design. The interior is a long diner counter, with tables lining the wall. … Continue reading →

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Cajun 3-way Rajin Cajun

Posted on June 28, 2007 by kiki

Hermosa Beach is one lucky town. Not only do they have the beautiful beach and the ocean breezes, but they have lucked out in the restaurant department. They are home to not one, but three New Orleans-inspired eateries: Ragin Cajun, … Continue reading →

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Vitello’s

Posted on June 12, 2007 by kiki

After flirting with local hipsters Aroma and Alcove, I thought maybe what I needed was someone older, more distinguished. A real gentleman. Someone who would pay for my valet parking and make sure my glass was never empty. Someone who … Continue reading →

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And There’s the Rub

Posted on June 10, 2007 by kiki

A rub is simply a mixture of herbs and spices that can be rubbed into the meat before grilling or smoking. The longer the rub is on, the more the flavors will permeate the meat. But it can also be … Continue reading →

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What Have You Been Smoking?

Posted on June 7, 2007 by kiki

It is officially barbeque season! If you’ve already mastered grilling, and are ready to move up to the next level, welcome to the world of smoking. Just remember, grilling is like a one-night stand and smoking is like a marriage. … Continue reading →

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Alcove – on the Rebound

Posted on June 3, 2007 by kiki

While I was deciding whether or not to break things off with Aroma, I thought I might go check out the sister restaurant, Alcove. I mean, it was right there on the way to Wacko. It would almost be rude … Continue reading →

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