You know those amazing supper clubs that you wish you had the invite to, but you only hear about it after the fact? Well, here’s the inside scoop on one that I thought I would never be able to get into… the DTLA Dinner Club! You might be thinking, “Diane, of course you would get invited. […]
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Juice It Up! (California)
It’s mid-way through February already! Do you know what that means? It is American Heart Month, and Juice It Up! locations everywhere are celebrating by promoting some extra heart-healthy juices, smoothies, and açaí bowls. Seriously yummy stuff! I met with one of the scientists who makes sure that the menu is not only nutritious but delicious, and […]
Zov’s (Anaheim, CA) – Grand Opening!
I have a very long history with Zov’s, so when I found out that a new location was opening in Anaheim, I was happy to be invited to a sneak peek before the grand opening! In 1987, the same year that Zov’s opened, my family was new to the Tustin area when I began going […]
Benley: A Vietnamese Kitchen (Long Beach, CA)
Last year, I was in the mood to eat somewhere nice, but I was honestly too lazy to make a trip to L.A. or Southern Orange County. I headed to the restaurant guide of my choice and found that Benley: A Vietnamese Kitchen was close by and highly rated! Check out a quick recap of […]
Father’s Office (Los Angeles, CA)
Practically every time there is a list of the best burgers in L.A./the U.S./the world/beyond, Father’s Office famous The Office Burger makes the list. So why haven’t I tried it? Because the very famous, very strict non-modification policy, I can’t escape the inclusion of bacon. Well it should be easy to pick off, right? Actually no… […]
Seasons 52 (throughout U.S.)
Seasons 52 is a chain of restaurants that I first heard about years ago, with the promise that nothing was over a certain amount of calories. It seemed like a good gimmick, but was the food decent? Surprisingly, yes! It has been consistently good over the years, and when I tasted their newly rolled out […]
Boldo Bol (Santa Ana, CA)
I was extremely excited to have a preview of the new Boldo Bol restaurant opening in downtown Santa Ana soon. The food was beautiful and one of the first on my new Instagram account! The restaurant’s philosophy is rooted in the Slow Food movement and will uphold a true earth-to-table sourcing model. Chef Paul and […]
Lee’s Sandwiches (Western U.S.)
Today’s post is about a chain that is a bit under the radar, even if you have one in your area. It’s Lee’s Sandwiches, a casual spot that serves both Vietnamese and European-Style sandwiches. Let’s dig in! The outside is the same at each location, and tends to blend in to surrounding shops. The menu […]