Mask Up, Lawless in NoHo and Pink Boots
I wanted to do a happy post for May about the recent grand opening of Lawless Brewing in North Hollywood (which I will get to, promise), but first the bad news before the good....
Los Angeles Food People During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Food people are remarkably resilient. Even a pandemic can’t dissuade chefs and restaurateurs from feeding people, whether that’s in a restaurant, from home or a parking lot. Through the COVID-19 crisis, I still encountered...
How to Beer Shop During the COVID-19 Crisis
How beer fans shop for beer has dramatically shifted in 2020. Sampler flights: Out. Curbside pick-up: In. In store browsing: Out. Shipped fresh from the brewery: In. Opening hours have shifted, how you order...
When Taprooms Re-Open
In times past, early June is a magical time here in Los Angeles. Beer lovers are coming down from the intense high of the Firestone Walker Invitational and preparing themselves for the fun in...
Which Restaurant Closures Would Hurt the Most?
Which restaurants would hurt you the most to lose? Diners participating in pickup and delivery during the crisis should ask themselves that question when deciding where to order food. Restaurants currently face devastating limitations...
What Food Writing Looks Like in the COVID-19 Era and My Hopes For the Future
My digital scrapbook was dozens-deep with ideas, including an exploration of the term “chef-driven,” a story titled “5 Misconceptions About Kid-Friendly Restaurants,” and round-ups of items ranging from brownies to fish sandwiches. After March...
