la.foodblogging

I’ve been interested in trying The Hungry Cat since I read Jonathan Gold’s LA Weekly review, “The Life Aquatic,” in late March. His description of the Hungry Cat’s lobster roll sounded divine. I also thought Ann Fishbein’s photo of chef David Lentz sawing a bread knife against the throat of his diminutive, yet untroubled [...]

When people speak of African food, it usually leads to a discussion of Ethiopian restaurants. I was first introduced to Ethiopian cuisine when I lived in the Washington DC metro area where there are a number of Ethiopian eating establishments in the Adams-Morgan section of DC.
In Los Angeles, one can find Ethiopian [...]

Somehow the Edendale Grill has always been in my peripheral vision. Perhaps this happened when I made the move from Los Feliz to Koreatown. I should now be able to frequent The Edendale with the money saved on rent in that move–and after Friday night, I certainly plan to try.
My most special poetess friend [...]

I always hear mixed reviews about The Standard, the modern, hip hotel in Downtown LA. In particular, people focus on accommodations and the rooftop bar. I’ve always meant to go, but whenever I think of it, I hear nagging voice in my head accusing me of being a sell-out. I don’t go [...]

Though it’s still technically Spring until mid-June, LA is already hitting summer numbers on the thermometer - creating just the right climate for a carefree caprese salad – milky mozzarella, soft, supple, a perfectly smooth complexion for the naturally bright yet simple round slices of the tang-colored tomatoes. Lucky for us in LA, tomato [...]

*Alice Patis,* a frequent Chowhound contributor, has posted a Guide to Vietnamese Banh (Steamed Cakes).
Check it out, and you’ll find the names of 21 Vietnamese steamed cakes, treats and snacks, with pronunciations, descriptions and photos. I want to miniaturize Alice’s banh glossary, send it to my color printer, laminate it, and stuff it into [...]

This Memorial Day weekend, it’s likely you’re going to find yourself at a barbecue. Maybe two. If you’re lucky enough, you might host one yourself. Try something new - Korean barbecue! It might be a refreshing break from an overdose of beer and bratwurst, or fajitas and margaritas, or burgers and coleslaw. (Not that those [...]

I got a note from Susan Hutchens letting us know that there is a new Downtown Farmers Market starting up in July. Mark your calendar:
We’re starting a Certified Farmers’ Market downtown at Traction and 3rd. It opens July 16, 2005 and will
operate on Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. year round rain or shine.
Our [...]