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Cartoonist B. Kliban once advised, “Never eat anything bigger than your head.” But what did he know? He also thought cats should play banjos. The Hat has been serving up deliciously greasy pastrami sandwiches since 1951. They are so old-school, … Continue reading →

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Simon LA was chosen as the first stop on our Dine LA blitz because of the impressive appetizers we sampled at the Behind the Unseen event held there. Simon Kerry, who is known as the rock and roll chef, stood … Continue reading →

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Irish coddle, also known as Dublin coddle, is a pork-based stew with – surprise – potatoes! This recipe is a combination of various versions from Irish Country Cooking, Family Cooking with Chef Mom, and from my brooder from anooder mooder, … Continue reading →

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No one really likes green beer or Shamrock Shakes. And corned beef and cabbage is iffy at best. Luckily Yummy Cupcakes has brought back their Guinness cupcakes this year, available today and tomorrow at both store locations, in Burbank and … Continue reading →

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Rather stay in and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a quiet dinner at home? Or maybe you need to fill up before a night of serious partying. If corned beef and cabbage isn’t your style, here are a few of … Continue reading →

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Many people do not find corned beef and cabbage very appealing. That’s because most people (and most bars) boil the corned beef and vegetables together, resulting in a greasy, unappealing mess. Remember, it is still a brisket, so you want … Continue reading →

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Here’s what I’ve been up to: DineLA Oscars Governors Ball Preview What would Obama eat? Share on Facebook

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Oh my God! I am hysterical! That latte probably didn’t help. To some people Thanksgiving is one of their favorite days, but for me, today is the day. I have a giant, sparkling clean kitchen all to myself. My garden … Continue reading →

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The Sunday night specialty of chicken mole at El paseo on Olvera Street during Dia de los Muertos wasn’t very good, and was served cold to boot. So I ate the beans and delicious tortillas. And of course I drank … Continue reading →

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Thanks to Mike Watt for sending me these photos of the most difficult restaurant to reach in the world. I don’t know where the email originated, but it comes with this commentary: This restaurant is in ChinaIf you manage to … Continue reading →

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Stir that buttermilk! Yeah, yeah, baby! Pour on that syrup! You like it? Yeah! Yeah? yeah! I aim to please! You feelin it? You feelin it? Share on Facebook

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OK, I promise I do have lovely pictures of beautifully presented food for you all, but first I have to go on a rant. I just returned from a “presentation” about the future of development in Downtown LA. I am … Continue reading →

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Neccessity is the mother of invention. Camping in Mexico is a great time to discover that the only thing left in the cooler – mango nectar, is delicious with tequila. It is also conveniently bright orange, making it a perfect … Continue reading →

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Tuesday night The Paley Center for media hosted and evening with Giada De Laurentiis. Often you leave events like this thinking, “If only I could have asked a question, if I only I could have met her, if only I … Continue reading →

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I had to take a picture of this supermarket display today. Mmmm, pizza and strawberries! A classic combination! Share on Facebook

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