I have a policy of not visiting a restaurant in its first month of opening but I broke it this weekend. Padre in Long Beach opened Saturday evening without pomp and circumstance. In fact, they just very quietly opened their doors and waited for people to go in. But why did I break my own policy […]
fast-casual El Amerikano offers full-service quality
I have been hearing a bunch of mixed reviews from people regarding El Amerikano. It takes me a while to visit because I don’t get to Fullerton much, but I am able to drop in for lunch recently with some friends and am glad I am finally able to weigh in on this discussion. The restaurant is tucked […]
great Mexican fare at Amor Y Tacos
It isn’t often I will drive to LA County for lunch, but I make an exception this time. Technically, I didn’t drive, my friend did. I had heard about Amor Y Tacos from Gayot food writer, Rich Manning and since then have heard from various others about how incredible the food is. So, when I mention this […]
Old Town San Diego’s El Agave
I remember the first time I visited San Diego’s Old Town. My son was little then, and I remember walking around, reveling in the historic buildings and most of all, lifting him up so he could watch the women making tortillas by hand through the window of a restaurant. What I also remember is that […]
Soho Taco isn’t just tacos anymore
It’s been several years since this initially small, one-cart catering company hit the OC food scene, and through the years have expanded through leaps and bounds to 15 carts today. For those of you who do not know, my story with Soho Taco, it happened a little like this. A friend was looking for a […]
