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Middle Eastern

Israeli Food Los Angeles

Pacific Kosher Express Malawach Roll

Even in the internet and social media age, it’s still possible for restaurateurs to maintain a relatively low profile. Some restaurants simply cater to their local communities and survive (or thrive) without achieving destination...
Yogurt Drink Los Angeles

The Kitchen @ Westwood Ayran [CLOSED]

The Kitchen @ Westwood has slowly become a semi-regular part of my Westwood rotation. Turkey natives Huseyin Ilhan and wife Hava previously proved their skill with döner and dips, and I recently enjoyed their...
Turkish Food Los Angeles

The Kitchen @ Westwood Chicken Döner

Döner kebab, spit-roasted meat that originated in Turkey, has gained popularity across the world. I’ve seen a recent crop of L.A. döner specialists. Many new concepts are Americanized. Global influences and flavors can be...
Persian Food Los Angeles

Maral Cuisine Trout

Agoura Hills, a crown jewel of the Conejo Valley, is best known for great mountain biking and hiking on both sides of the 101 freeway. As I’m learning, the tiny city also has a...
Turkish Food Orange County

Mr. Kebap Spicy Kofta [CLOSED]

Fountain Valley is best known as Little Saigon‘s southern frontier. This Orange County city is also becoming increasingly reliable for Japanese culinary gems. Turkish food is another emerging trend in Fountain Valley, and Mr....
Persian Food Los Angeles

Kashcool Kitchen Filet Mignon Chenjeh Koobideh Kabob [CLOSED]

There’s no such thing as a sure thing. Consistency is also pretty rare. That said, I was highly confident going into my second meal at The Best Kebab Dishes in LA, was a revelation....