Today’s post is going to be a bit of a departure for The Episodic Eater. Yes, I still plan to include all the pictures and comments about the dishes I sampled at Guelaguetza Restaurante, one of L.A.’s most iconic restaurants. However, there are going to be more words, more thoughts, and one huge step for […]
Ever since Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams opened nearly a year ago in L.A., we have been treated to inventive flavors like Thai Chili, Sweet Basil and Honeyed Pine Nut, Berries and Burgundy, and Yazoo Sue with Rosemary Bar Nuts. Well, Jeni’s New Winter Collection features six, all-new nostalgic flavors! What does that mean? The new […]
Recently, I headed to Kay ‘N Dave’s in Culver City with a group of blogger friends to experience their brunch, it was simply amazing! We had so much food, drinks, and dessert that I actually had leftovers for once! I left stuffed and with more goodies for later. Sounds like a perfect way to start […]
If you have never tasted or even heard of Chianina beef, you are not alone… but that travesty can be remedied right away! Nestled on Naples island in Long Beach is Chianina Steakhouse, which serves the namesake steak on its extensive menu of cuts of the prized beef. They consider themselves a “boutique […]
Just about everyone I know loves donuts. Why? My theory is that when you have a sweet tooth, the only way to really have dessert morning, noon, and night is in the form a donut! But I’m not talking your average morning pastry here, I’m thinking of the incredible flavors and gorgeous creations that you […]
Tis’ the season! Which one is that? A foodie’s favorite time of the year… truffle season! I was invited to Via Veneto in Santa Monica for a tasting of their White Truffle menu, along with some other food bloggers and tastemakers. It was absolutely amazing and not just because I had been looking forward to […]
By now, you know that I love my donuts! So when my birthday rolled around this month, clearly I received birthday donuts from one of my best friends instead of a regular cake. She knows me so well! This special delivery came from the wonderful California Donuts, and I received five donuts. Yes, five! Truth be told, […]
This week, I was invited to experience Five Crown‘s new menu and beverage program, which is part of the restaurant’s 50th anniversary celebration! The new menus cater to both loyal customers and new guests, featuring their traditional items along with innovative dishes. We dined in the gorgeous private space outside, with long tables set up […]
