This fast casual spot at South Coast Plaza’s Crystal Court is one of my son’s favorites. He loves the pizzas AND the salads. In fact, he can polish off a pizza, salad as well as a few garlic knots all on his own. I was invited to taste the new menu items recently and was […]
a hot new gastropub named Simmzy’s
If you’re looking for a new gem of a place to dine in, then look no further than Simmzy’s, a very sexy gastropub which opened recently in Belmont Shore. The restaurant is beautifully designed and has that open-patio feel about it especially if you’re sitting street-side and the windows are open. An impressive array of […]
not all pizzas are equal
I’ve been asked to do some ‘challenges’, ‘comparisons’ if you will on a range of different things. I’ve been thinking about this and decided to start with pizza, something everyone loves, especially my son. I am partial to thin crust pizza, but won’t write off a good thick crust by any means. Please note I […]
Stella Rossa Pizza Bar rocks the West Side
Chef Jeff Mahin’s impressive resume is probably one of the reasons why Stella Rossa Pizza Bar is one of the hottest tickets in Santa Monica these days. Having worked at some of the world’s most respected restaurants including The Fat Duck in England, Nobu and Arzak in Spain, Chef Mahin’s personality shines through at this vibe-y, bustling restaurant featuring […]
Lackluster re-visit to Bottega Louie
It’s been a while since I was last at Bottega Louie — too long I might add. We were up in LA recently and were actually in the vicinity and decided to pop by for a late lunch/early dinner. I’ve always loved Bottega Louie’s dining room with its high ceilings and clean, minimalistic feel. Everyone […]
