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SPARTINA, STEPHEN KALT, BREAD PUDDING

I’m crazy about Stephen Kalt. At least I love his L.A. restaurant, Spartina, especially at happy hour when the prices are discounted. Apparently, I’m not the one and only. Critics rave. Influencers gush. Stephen and his restaurants have been called the best by such prestigious publications as Esquire, Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure. He […]

¶ Posted 07 July 2023 † Susan Manlin Katzman § DESSERTS § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: bread pudding, Los Angeles, Spartina, Stephen Kalt

Ta-eem Grill, Hummus Fava Beans

Ta-eem Grill in Los Angeles draws a crowd for It’s kosher Mediterranean dishes. Owner Sylvie Kraizberger shares the recipe for authentic Hummus Fava Beans (Ful).

¶ Posted 22 July 2022 † Susan Manlin Katzman § APPETIZERS § BEANS § CALIFORNIA § ENTREES § IMMIGRANT CHEFS § ISRAEL § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SIDE DISHES § VEGETABLES ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: falafel, fava beans, hummus, Israeli foods, kosher restaurant, Los Angeles, Ta-eem Grill

DOSA AND MAYURA INDIAN RESTAURANT

Dr. Aniyan, or Padmini as her friends call her, greets guests at the door of her south Indian restaurant with a smile as brilliant as the gold trimmed sari that she explains is her “work” uniform. The Ph.D professor of business management and accounting and her restauranteur husband, Aniyan Puthanpurayil, immigrated to the United States […]

¶ Posted 14 September 2021 † Susan Manlin Katzman § APPETIZERS § BREADS § BREAKFAST § CALIFORNIA § GLUTEN FREE § IMMIGRANT CHEFS § INDIA § KERALA § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SIDE DISHES § Uncategorized § VEGETABLES ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: California, Culver City, dal, dosa, Gluten-free, Indian restaurant, Indian-style crepes, Los Angeles, Mayura, vegetarian

PORTO’S BAKERY & CAFE AND ROPA VIEJA

California’s iconic Porto’s Bakery & Cafes are now selling frozen goodies nationwide. These Bake at Home treats delight and we are grateful to have them available when not able to get to the bakery in person. On the other hand, the favorite Cuban dish, Ropa Vieja is only available in the cafe, but you can also make it at home as Porto’s gave us the recipe.

¶ Posted 20 November 2020 † Susan Manlin Katzman § BEEF § BREAKFAST § CALIFORNIA § CHEESE § DESSERTS § ENTREES § GRANDMOTHER RECIPES § IMMIGRANT CHEFS § PRODUCTS § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SIDE DISHES ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: Cuban food, Papa Rellena, Porto's Bakery, Porto's Bakery & Cafe, Refugiado, Ropa Vieja

KOBEE FACTORY’S KOBEE THREE WAYS

Wafa Ghreir, owner of Kobee Factory & Syrian Kitchen in Los Angeles, CA, shares her recipe for kobee (aka Kibbee, kibbeh, jubba) made three ways.

¶ Posted 06 July 2020 † Susan Manlin Katzman § BARBECUE § CALIFORNIA § ENTREES § IMMIGRANT CHEFS § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SYRIA § Uncategorized ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: kibbeh, kobee, Kobee Factory, Los Angeles, Syrian food, Syrian Kitchen, Wafa Ghreir

YUCA’S HUT COCHINITA PIBIL

IMMIGRANT CHEF: SOCORRO HERRERA Yuca’s Hut Los Angeles, California Socorro Herrera was born in Mérida, the capital of Mexico’s Yucatán State. Both ancient Mayas and Spanish conquistadors settled in Mérida leaving behind rich cultural characteristics that influenced Socorro as she grew up, married and started a family. Seeking a “better education for her […]

¶ Posted 03 May 2020 † Susan Manlin Katzman § CALIFORNIA § ENTREES § IMMIGRANT CHEFS § MEXICO § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § YUCATAN ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: Cochinita Pibil, Immigrant chef, Los Angeles, roasted pork, Socorro Herrera, Yuca's Hut, Yucatan State

A PERFECT MEZZE MEAL

Great ideas and recipes for a snazzy brunch or family dinner mezze meal. Concept copied from Toast Bakery Cafe and Ta-eem Grill in Los Angeles.

¶ Posted 17 April 2020 † Susan Manlin Katzman § APPETIZERS § BREAKFAST § BRUNCH § CHEESE § ENTERTAINING § RECIPES § RESTAURANTS § SALADS ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: Blues City, Farmshop, hummus, jalapeño spread, Los Angeles, mezze, Olive Salad, pimento cheese, salmon pate, Ta-eem, Toast Bakery Cafe

MELROSE UMBRELLA COMPANY AND MEZCALI ME BANANA COCKTAIL

The recipe for a luscious mezcal based cocktail from the Melrose Umbrella Company cocktail bar/restaurant on Melrose Ave. In Los Angeles.

¶ Posted 27 January 2020 † Susan Manlin Katzman § BARS § BEVERAGES § CALIFORNIA § COCKTAILS § DRINKS § RECIPES § Uncategorized ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: agave, Banana du Bresil, Los Angeles bars, Melrose Ave., Melrose Umbrella Company, Mezcal, Mezcali Me Banana, Prickly pear, Specialty cocktails

PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM

Anna Marco is not only a writer with over 800 articles to her credit, but also a magazine editor, film actress, model, professional makeup artist, advertising expert with over 28 years of experience in the entertainment industry, stylist, fashion designer, creator of a cartoon series and an automotive industry spokesperson. Whew! This high octane woman […]

¶ Posted 02 October 2017 † Susan Manlin Katzman § CALIFORNIA § MUSEUMS § TRAVEL § Uncategorized ‡ Comments Off ° Tagged: Anna Marco, architecture, autos, cars, design, Harley-Davidson, Hot Rod Doll, Indian Motorcycle, Los Angeles, motorcycles, Museum, Petersen Automotive Museum

PETIT TROIS IN LOS ANGELES AND FABULOUS CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

Oh man, I’m hungry. All I can think about is the original Petit Trois in Los Angeles. This restaurant proves the proverb that good things come in small packages. Really good things. Really small packages. Located in a strip mall on Highland just off Melrose, the narrow French-focused bistro seats only 21 lucky folks on […]