Author Archives: Kiki Maraschino

About Kiki Maraschino

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

Bite the Big Apple: Thursday

Posted on May 8, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

By the time we arrived in our comfortable, yacht-like room at the Essex House, Bob and I were too tired to go wandering the streets in search of slices. It was raining cats and dogs, and the street along the … Continue reading →

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Krust: Kranky, Kantankerous and Krude

Posted on April 9, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Written with Lindsay Williams-Ross We consider our restaurant reviews to be recommendations, not critiques. We only slam a place when our hand is forced. There are just some people who should not go into any industry where dealing with the … Continue reading →

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Edelweiss Chocolates

Posted on March 25, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Remember that episode of I Love Lucy where Lucy and Ethel get a job in a chocolate factory? Of course you do! Along with the grape-stomping scene, it is one of the classics of physical humor. The conveyor belt in … Continue reading →

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Marshmallows!

Posted on March 25, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Fresh, pillowy marshmallows are a refreshing change from the usual chocolate, and surprisingly addictive. My nephew’s girlfriend, Julianna, whipped up a batch of these last Christmas and people are still talking about them. Check out The Brownie Points Blog where … Continue reading →

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Dine LA The other Side of the Story

Posted on March 25, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

We’ve spent the last two weeks critiquing the DineLA restaurants. Last week I just happened to run into a restauranteur who was participating in DineLA. Being the ever-prepared girl reporter that I am, I whipped out my digital recorder and … Continue reading →

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Dine LA: Cobras y Matadors

Posted on March 18, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Cobra Pork Sushi The second location of Cobra & Matadors is a warm, inviting restaurant that invites lingering. Diners share small plates and feed each other delicious bites that are exotic, yet comfortingly familiar. It is hip enough for your … Continue reading →

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DineLA: Ciudad

Posted on March 9, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Last week I put on a fancy dress and hit Ciudad. Of all the DineLA restaurants so far, this was the highlight. The open expanse of the room seemed a little chilly and impersonal at first, but little touches like … Continue reading →

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DineLA: Vermont

Posted on March 7, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

Vermont was my favorite neighborhood “upscale” joint when I lived in Los Feliz. Not only was the food outstanding, but the service was attentive to the point of obsequiousness. Once during a particularly romantic meal, a waiter casually dropped a … Continue reading →

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Leimert Park Eats: Mama’s House

Posted on March 2, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

I think I have found it. I have found The One. True, I have not eaten at every soul food restaurant in LA (yet), but if I had to pick the one to settle down with, Mama’s House would be … Continue reading →

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The Gumbo Pot’s Red Beans and Rice

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

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

Posted on February 12, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

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

Posted on February 6, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

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

Posted on February 1, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

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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O’Brien’s Kioki

Posted on January 29, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

In addition to your usual Irish Coffee, O’Brien’s in Santa Monica serves five other fun alcoholic coffee drinks. The Nutty Irishman, made with Frangelico, was beckoning (why are nutty Irishmen in bars always beckoning? Must be my red hair. And … Continue reading →

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dineLA Restaurant Week

Posted on January 24, 2008 by Kiki Maraschino

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