In the run-up to Michelin’s California Guide, there was a lot of local speculation about whether Addison Restaurant (5200 Grand Del Mar Way) would be awarded one of Michelin’s coveted stars. Some skeptics thought it (and San Diego) would be shut out altogether. Others predicted … [Read more...]
THE ART OF SPOONING: The Brigade Marches On (Season 2, Episodes 4 and 5)
In Episodes 4 and 5 of Season 2 of The Art of Spooning Podcast, Michael and Jack talk with James Montejano and Evan Cruz about the "traditional" organization of professional kitchens into "Brigades" and its relevance -- if any -- today. Audio for part 1 (Episode 4) of "The … [Read more...]
SAN DIEGO CITYBEAT: What it means when the Michelin Guide comes to San Diego
It began with a few conversations, almost hushed, amongst industry types. “Michelin inspectors have been spotted in L.A.” I first heard it from a local chef. Then again from a fellow food writer. Before long the rumors were everywhere. It made no sense: The Michelin Guide … [Read more...]
ALL FORKED UP: These Pastry Chefs Won’t Dessert You (S1E16)
In this age of Food Network the foodie public pays a lot of attention to Chefs and the paths to fame they take. Savory chefs. Even many who would be happy eating a fine dining dinner dessert-first (you never know) have little idea of the career path of pastry chefs and the … [Read more...]
THRILLIST: San Diego’s 10 Best Neighborhoods for Dining Out, Ranked
San Diego’s city fathers and mothers (not to mention planners) are keen on telling us that ours is a “City of Neighborhoods.” They lied when they said it, and they lie now. San Diego is not a city of neighborhoods, never was, and cannot be for many reasons: Southern California … [Read more...]