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...]
WORLD FARE: Your TRUST will be richly rewarded at Hillcrest restaurant
There are many ways to make a special meal. Maybe it's the luxurious perfection of Addison Restaurant, the dazzling creativity of Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub or the heart and soul of women from three generations working Baja roadside stand Tacos Varios Mar y Tierra. Or … [Read more...]
MEDIA: Part II of the interview on “FOOD FOR THOUGHT” radio show on KNSJ radio, 89.1
We talk Cali-Baja food, Barbacoa as the original BBQ, the good fortune to be fed like a Mexican kid, being IDed as a food writer, ramen and MasterChefs Nathan Odom and Claudia Sandoval in Part II of my interview with Keith Langhorn -- and, crucially, co-host Mercy Baron (the … [Read more...]