Looking for good beef ribs? Rib Ranch Bar-B-Que on Topanga Canyon Boulevard hits the spot. The ribs were meaty and well-cooked; although the sauce is a little too sweet on...
Restaurants and Food
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Keep Driving
Today I stopped at The Baker on Ventura Boulevard, and frankly, it was a mistake. I ordered a blueberry scone that had a totally un-scone-like texture and a cappuccino. Neither...
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Stan’s Doughnuts
It’s often featured on “best of lists” that focus on donuts, and if you stop in for a sample, you’ll see why. Stan’s Doughnuts is a decades-long tradition in L.A’s...
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Fogo de Chão
Are you a vegetarian? Well, Fogo de Chao is not the restaurant for you. But if you, like the Sandwiches, are an unrepentant carnivore, then this may be just what...
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Adieu, Gourmet
Alas, the nearly 70-year-old Gourmet magazine is folding. Conde Nast announced the decision on Monday, and although the recipes will still be available at Epicurious.com, there will be no more...
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Aroma Coffee and Tea
After a quick trip to the farmers’ market (grapefruits, oranges, apples, and amazing pumpernickel bread), I met a friend for a day of coffee and shopping. Actually, there was no...
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Tiny Tacos, Big Taste
Each month, a group of us go out for lunch. We’ve tried a number of places around town, ranging from the police academy coffee shop to soul food, and we’ve...
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Hammer Time
At UCLA’s Hammer Museum and wondering where to get a bite to eat? Sure, you’re in Westwood, home to any number of yogurt shops, sushi bars, and assorted restaurants. But...
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Fab’s is Fab
I’ve heard a lot about Fab’s Hot Dogs. Allegedly, they have amazing hot dogs. Also, they have the L.A. Street Dog: hot dog wrapped in bacon and topped with mayo,...
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Tweet, Tweet, Tweet
You can follow me on Twitter. But you knew that, because there’s a link in the right-hand column. Who do I follow? A variety of people and organizations, naturally. After...