I first heard about Naugles from fellow blogger Christian Ziebarth who was giving me bits and pieces about the connection when I mentioned how much we love Del Taco. In 2006, Christian posted on his blog how much he missed Naugles and through readers’ comments, realized he wasn’t alone. But before going into the Naugles […]
Broken Spanish — downtown LA
After attending the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo, a small group of us decide to have dinner at Broken Spanish mainly because we’re hungry, but also, to wait out the traffic traveling back to Orange County. The restaurant is a five minute drive from the LA Convention Center, but I call ahead to reserve a […]
a new and transformed Tempo Urban Kitchen
Before I review Tempo Urban Kitchen, I have to start by saying my initial experience here when they open in 2014 is not a positive one. The restaurant has struggled with finding the right person to helm its kitchen, and the inconsistencies have kept me away — until now. I hear on the grapevine that Chris […]
Luna Estrella in Whittier is a lovely surprise
It is always interesting to venture into a city you’re not all that familiar with, and find something delicious there. This is the case when we find ourselves at Luna Estrella, a little Mexican restaurant in Whittier. Located in a quiet strip mall, it is only one of a few businesses open at night. It […]
Kutsi Cocina — Santa Ana
A new year, and another new restaurant for Chef Chris Tzorin. The last couple of years have been a whirlwind for Chef Tzorin, with a stint at Tortilla Republic after leaving Savannah Chop House, then returning to Savannah, before anchoring himself at Kutsi. The new spot is housed in the old Memphis spot in downtown Santa […]
