Monthly Archives: July 2010

Nobu’s Omakase on a Budget

Posted on July 27, 2010 by kiki

                                 Upscale dining at an elegant restaurant like Nobu West Hollywood may seem unrealistic for some of us, especially these days. But as we have learned, the frugal diner’s secrets for eating beyond their reach is to arrive for lunch … Continue reading →

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Laurel Tavern

Posted on July 26, 2010 by kiki

Why is lunch on Ventura Boulevard always cause for so much shouting? “It’s up on the right. No, further down…wait…wait…you passed it!” Laurel Tavern, which only started serving lunch last month, is helpfully painted black to stand out from the … Continue reading →

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Oinkster

Posted on July 24, 2010 by kiki

You can find the Oinkster on Colorado in Eagle Rock by keeping an eye out for the giant red A. That’s A for umm, Angster? Bravo to them for keeping the same landmark building and sign as the previous occupant, … Continue reading →

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Tonys Darts away

Posted on July 22, 2010 by kiki

When friends come to visit my Magnolia Park neighborhood, they sometimes ask where my “local” is. I’m left blank, because we don’t have a local here like we did in Los Feliz. Other than Tinhorn Flats and the standing bar … Continue reading →

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The Popcycle Rolls In

Posted on July 21, 2010 by kiki

 LA’s newest traveling food recently made its debut near the Silverlake Farmers Market. With flavor combos like Salty Cucumber Lime, Lemon Mint Blueberry and Cantaloupe with Anise, these are not your standard frozen fruit bars. And at $3 a pop … Continue reading →

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Pasadena Burgers: Slaw Dogs

Posted on July 19, 2010 by kiki

That’s right, Slaw Dogs, not Slaw burgers. True, they are a newcomer to the Pasadena scene, and yes, they specifically focus on hot dogs, but this little spot serves up some of the fattest, juiciest, and most creative burgers in … Continue reading →

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Where to watch the World Cup Finals?

Posted on July 11, 2010 by kiki

In case you have been living in a cave, a monastary, under a rock, or some other stereotype, Spain and the Netherlands will be duking it out tomorrow. Watch the glory and the tears with your fellow Angelenos… Join Susan at the … Continue reading →

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LA Weekend’s Hot Dog Panel

Posted on July 6, 2010 by kiki

LA Weekend started out with Jonathan Gold moderating a panel about hot dogs with people “who have forgotten more about hot dogs than most of us will ever learn.” Joe Fabrocini from Fab’s in the valley, Sue Moore from Let’s … Continue reading →

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