When I asked my friend if she’d like to join me at the Le Creuset Factory to Table event in Santa Monica several weeks ago, she asked if we could have lunch before coming home. When have I said no to good food? She’d had Forma, an Italian eatery featuring pasta that’s been tossed in […]
fast and hearty Italian at Casa Barilla
Food options at South Coast Plaza seem to increase every time I visit. Recently, we stopped into Casa Barilla for a quick lunch and were delighted by what we found. I’m familiar with Barilla pasta, and have used it on many an occasion at home. What I didn’t know is that the company has opened […]
my week in NYC: I Trulli — homemade Italian at its best
My friend and I spent the afternoon shopping and lost track of time. By 7pm we were starving and she suggested we dine at I Trulli, an Italian restaurant in her neighborhood. Some other friends were to join us later, but for now, the two of us sat on the back patio and enjoyed a […]
