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Modern Mexican Food at La Sandia

Obviously for many people in Los Angeles it is probably hard to get overexcited about any Mexican restaurant, but in the case of La Sandia in Santa Monica, there should be good reason. Richard Sandoval is the chef behind the menu, and since he is the Latin version of Gordon Ramsey in my opinion, you can always be sure of something special or different More...

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By sandsla On Monday, September 30th, 2013
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CONTEST: Win a Copy of Vivid’s new Remake of Behind the Green Door

We’re giving away FIVE copies of Vivid Entertainment‘s remake of the 1972 “Golden Age of Porn” Classic The New Behind the Green Door which was just released on DVD September 23rd. To enter, More...

By Michael Hepworth On Thursday, September 26th, 2013
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Sadie Kitchen & Lounge offers American Food with an Edge

Put this story into the category of a “hidden secret” because up until a couple of weeks ago I was not familiar with Sadie Kitchen and Lounge, which is tucked away in Hollywood on North Las Palmas Blvd. It is More...

By Michael Hepworth On Thursday, September 19th, 2013
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Richard Sandoval’s Zengo brings Latin/Asian cuisine to Santa Monica

Zengo is a creation of celebrity chef Richard Sandoval in Santa Monica Place and brings together his fusion style of Latin/Asian cuisine under young 26-year old chef Richard Castro. I believe that Sandoval now has More...

By Cecee McDaniel On Thursday, August 22nd, 2013
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Fresh Fish and Rustic Charm at Seasalt Fish Grill

A short walk from the promenade, and it won’t be long until the bright neon lights of Sea Salt Fish Grill catch your eye. With a rustic charm, it even embodies the look of a local fish market, in the form of a More...

By Michael Hepworth On Friday, August 16th, 2013
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Cognac Confidential at Next Door Lounge

The Next Door Lounge in Hollywood is the latest “Speakeasy” in town and the place has garnered quite a bit of attention lately, partly because of the new Cognac Confidential evenings held once a month. This More...

By Michael Hepworth On Thursday, July 25th, 2013
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Buddha’s Belly: New Chef Kevin Luzande Looking to make a Quick Impact

Buddha’s Belly in Los Angeles has recently announced a chef change, with Kevin Luzande now taking over at the popular Beverly Boulevard location. He has paid his dues in various kitchens around town, working More...

By Michael Hepworth On Thursday, July 11th, 2013
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Beachwood BBQ & Brewing: Craft Beers and Gourmet BBQ

Beachwood BBQ & Brewing in downtown Long Beach bills itself as a gourmet barbecue restaurant and micro brewery. It certainly is an impressive space with a large outside patio area, and the menu is varied More...

By Michael Hepworth On Friday, July 5th, 2013
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Beverly Hills 9021PHO

Forget the fact that Kanye West injured his head while going into 9021PHO on a sign outside the restaurant as well as creating quite a scene inside the restaurant with the pursuing pack of Paparazzi. This is a More...

By sandsla On Friday, June 14th, 2013
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CONTEST: Win a pair of tickets to see Warships @ The Echo, 6/19/13

Warships are an indie pop band from Los Angeles. The quintet’s mix of laid back pop grooves and earnest, playful song-craft is a contrast to many of their contemporaries. Soon after forming, they attracted More...