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Pumpkins Orange County

Los Angeles Pumpkin Drinks Worth Seeking

Pumpkin spice lattes are now ubiquitous due to the Starbucks effect. The global caffeinated behemoth from Seattle introduced their now iconic fall seasonal drink in 2003 after developing the recipe in their Liquid Lab....
BLT Los Angeles

Los Angeles BLTs Worth Seeking: Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwiches

The combination of salty bacon, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato and warm, toasted bread may seem simple, but Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato sandwiches can be one of lunch’s greatest pleasures. Of course, for some chefs,...
Ham Los Angeles

Los Angeles Ham Sandwiches Worth Seeking

Growing up, my family would buy sliced ham, sausages and hamburger patties from Otto Barth at Barth’s Pork Store in New Providence, New Jersey. I’d eat thin-sliced ham for a snack and make thick...

Los Angeles Brownies Worth Seeking

Cookies get more attention, but who doesn’t love a good brownie? Artisan bakeries have become more prominent in L.A. Many of them offer brownies, and they’re far from afterthoughts. My favorite Los Angeles brownies...

Los Angeles Cheesecake Worth Seeking

On my honeymoon to Spain, world famous San Sebastian cheesecake destination La Viña was closed for fall break. My wife and I ate very well on this trip, so don’t shed any tears. We...
Record Player

Social Media Plays More Singles Than Albums With Music And Food

Remember albums? As a kid, I would just drop the needle on a record or press play on a cassette. Even with Twisted Sister’s “Stay Hungry” album, one of my first cassettes, I rarely...