When I grew up in the New Jersey suburbs, bagels were a regular part of my family’s weekend food rotation. My Dad picked up bagels from the local shopping center bagel shop. At that...
Sugar can only get me so far. A sweet rush from cake, donuts or cream filled pastry can taste great in the moment and give me a dopamine hit, but I rarely enjoy the...
Whenever I see fish collar(s) on the menu, I pounce. This prized cut, which is still often undervalued, is a textural study. Depending on where you poke and prod between bones, you might find...
Effective restaurant logos have the opportunity to tell us something about the business and what they offer customers. Do you get a point of view or sense of place? What do these Los Angeles...
I tend to prefer eating whole, bone-in fish. Deep-fried or butterflied and grilled fish can be great. Some skilled chefs can also work wonders with stewed chunks. I even enjoy grilled, pan-fried or fully...
Salad doesn’t need to be boring. L.A. has access to fantastic produce and global influences that help to keep meals interesting. Plenty of restaurants know that. I typically prefer salads with a jolt of...