Monthly Archives: February 2008

The Gumbo Pot’s Red Beans and Rice

In Louisiana, red beans and rice are traditionally served on Mondays. Monday was wash day, and once all of the ingredients were thrown in, you could ignore the beans all day while you tended to the laundry. I am obsessed … Continue reading

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King’s Head Clam Chowder

The King’s Head is arguably home to the best fish and chips in Los Angeles. Sadly, the fish and chips get so much attention that the clam chowder is not given its rightful due. Let me make up for that … Continue reading

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DuPar’s Chicken Pot Pie

Dupar’s is known for its delicious pies, so it naturally follows that they would have a kick-ass chicken pot pie. Really, its only competition in town is Musso and Frank’s, and I still think Dupar’s has them beat. The thick, … Continue reading

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The Cat and Fiddle’s Mulled Wine

I have always had something against mulled wine. Besides it having the viscousity of blood, I just imagine Will Farrell and Rachel Dratch’s “Lovers” characters from SNL drinking hot mulled wine to wash down the juices of their roasted goat … Continue reading

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