Author Archives: Kiki Maraschino

About Kiki Maraschino

I like catfish. Sure, we all like catfish, but I think for me it is somehow deeper.

Philadelphia Freedom

Posted on March 13, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Having spent many a miserable hour studying American History in grade school, I was in no big hurry to visit Philadelphia. To be honest, Pete Townshend’s guitar is more sacred to me than the liberty bell. All I really knew … Continue reading →

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Make it Irish the Easy Way

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

How do you make things Irish? So far the easiest way has been to color it green. Until now, when Betty Crocker brings you the easiest “Irish” treat ever invented. 1. Make cupcakes2. Frost cupcakes3. Stick Lucky Charms cereal on … Continue reading →

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Rocket Fizz

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Last summer a riot of neon notified Burbank that there was a new store in town and it was all about fun! Rocket Fizz is here to bring back the candy and sodas of childhood, as well as hard-to-find local … Continue reading →

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Food Crimes: Man Stabbed with Meat Thermometer

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

While watching a 9pm showing of “Shutter Island” in Lancaster, CA, on Saturday a man asked a woman to turn off her cell phone. According to sheriff’s spokesman Steve Whitmore, and reported by KTLA, “She and two men with her … Continue reading →

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Pasadena Burgers: Lucky Boy

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Lucky Boy in Pasadena is a Landmark. It even says so on the menu. Local families and students have been coming to the outdoor stand for over 30 years. The charred burgers come with mild onions, grilled upon request, lettuce, … Continue reading →

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The Golden Glamour

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

I learned how to make this year’s official Oscar cocktail, The Golden Glamour, at the Governors Ball Preview last month. Mix it up and get wasted like the really big stars do. The Moet Golden Glamour .25 oz. Vanilla Liquer1.5 … Continue reading →

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Sherry Yard’s Sugar Wonderland

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Sherry Yard, Wolfgang Puck’s longtime pastry chef, is always laughing and smiling and whipping up delicious creations. She was once again wearing her signature pink chef’s jacket at the Governors Ball preview surrounded by a Candyland of little goodies. But … Continue reading →

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The Governor’s Ball: Puck Off

Posted on March 7, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Tempura Lobster This year’s Academy Awards will take place on March 7th. But the real fun happens after the awards, when the stars let loose at the Governor’s Ball. 1,500 guests, including both award winners and nominees, will finally be … Continue reading →

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The Slaw Dogs: Everybody’s Talkin’ ‘Bout the New Kid in Town

Posted on February 28, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Ray Byrne and mom Hot dog stands across Los Angeles should be shaking in their boots right now. Ray Byrne of The Slaw Dogs in Pasadena has taken hot dogs to a whole new level. Indecisive people stand frozen in … Continue reading →

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Nostalgia for Abuse: A Rant

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Photo thanks to JM3 via Flickr The other night I went to the new Nobu, and it seems like I can’t tell anyone that without them becoming maudlin and pouting, “Ohhh, L’Orangerie.” Poor L’orangerie, that used to occupy the space. … Continue reading →

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Keep on Truckin’

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Saturday February 13, the first LA Food Fest was held on the outskirts of Downtown LA, with dozens of local food trucks converging in a huge lot next to the 110 freeway. Unfortunately, the event was too popular for its … Continue reading →

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Cupcake Challenge Winners!

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Eat:Drink:Play has announced the winners of the cupcake challenge. Check out the beautiful pics in Emma’s post over at Squid Ink. Best Traditional1st Place: Big Man Bakes “Red Velvet”2nd Place: Blue Cupcake “Sweet and Salty Vanilla”3rd Place: Southern Girl Desserts … Continue reading →

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Anthony Bourdain on Yo Gabba Gabba

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Weirdly enough Tony Bourdain will be guest starring on Yo Gabba gabba. Maybe it’s because he has “Gabba Gabba Hey” permanently etched on his heart, or maybe because he has a child now. They could have placed the cue cards … Continue reading →

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Pig Dogs and Purse Cakes

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

There is a bakery on Glenoaks called Paradise Pastry and Cafe. It is a land of wonder, with a hot deli, cold deli. meat market, and import shop. If you need foie gras, veal sweetbreads, back bacon or yogurt soda, … Continue reading →

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Late Night at Pink’s

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Tourists in Hollywood always want to hit Pink’s. For late-night eats, giant dogs and the comraderie of fellow insomniacs it’s still worth a stop. But something is in the wind… (foreboding music) Share on Facebook

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