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Book Food

I Wrote a Book! “History is Delicious” Makes Global Food Connections

“History is Delicious” showcases flavorful building blocks from different global cuisines. I share short stories about representative dishes from 18 different countries and also include fun chapters like Dumplings of the World, Noodles of...
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Middle Eastern Food Los Angeles

Bavel Oyster Mushroom Kebab

High energy is obvious throughout Bavel, the modern Middle Eastern restaurant from Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis in the DTLA Arts District. People line up at the base of the stairs prior to opening...
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Italian Food Los Angeles

Bestia Calamari alla Plancha

Bestia is an Italian restaurant from Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis that helped jumpstart the DTLA Arts District dining scene. The couple has meat hook chandeliers, make charcuterie in-house, and serve cuts of protein...
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Chef Los Angeles

Who Makes Great Los Angeles Chefs Nervous?

Leading chefs must have composure in their kitchens in order to turn out consistently great food. However, they can still get rattled. I recently asked 10 of L.A.’s best chefs, Who was the last...
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Italian Food Los Angeles

Bestia Ciccioli

Chef Ori Menashe’s passion for pork (and whole animal butchery) knows no bounds. Pan-Fried Ciccioli ($14) at Bestia is the latest evidence. This pork cake from Italy’s Emilia Romagna region is traditionally crafted from...
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Pacific Ocean View

2014 Pebble Beach Food & Wine: Food Highlights

Pebble Beach Food & Wine, the luxurious four-day festival from Coastal Luxury Management and Food & Wine magazine, drew dozens of talented chefs from across the United States. Here are some of the memorable...
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