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Belcampo – Meat At Its Finest

November 5, 2017 by Bryan

Perfectly grilled filet mignon - Belcampo

Perusing my inbox, I saw a Groupon offer for Belcampo in Santa Monica. I had not heard of Belcampo and knowing that my wife is a steak lover, I figured she would appreciate dining there for a date night. I find it impressive that Belcampo raises animals on a farm they own at the base…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: craft cocktails, steak, Westside

Celebrating My Birthday at Cassia

September 30, 2017 by Bryan

Chick Pea with a Singaporean curry sauce - Cassia

I recently had a birthday and I felt extremely special when my cousins took my wife and me to Cassia. Co-owners Bryant and Kim Ng (Spice Table) ran a popular restaurant near Little Tokyo and was forced to close because of LA’s Metro. They re-opened as Cassia in Santa Monica and I’ve wanted to visit…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: Asian, Singaporean, Vietnamese, Westside

JFAT Relieves Summer Heat With New Food & Drink

July 18, 2017 by Bryan

The Pearfectionlist - JFAT

The long days of summer are with us and with the temperature rising, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern (JFAT) has created a new line-up of summer drinks and new delectables to pair with them. My friend and I recently paid them a visit.   I enjoy visiting JFAT’s Santa Monica location because it is steps away…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: craft cocktails, Happy Hour, ribs

Locanda Del Lago Features Monthly “Bite of the Beast”

June 7, 2017 by Bryan

poached salmon with broccollini - Lago

I recently learned that Locanda Del Lago in Santa Monica features a monthly Morso Della Bestia or “Bite of the Beast”. I had to satisfy a compelling curiosity, Bite of the Beast, what is that all about? The last Thursday of every month, Locanda Del Lago hosts a communal meal, featuring animal roasts and traditional,…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: Italian, salmon, wine

Food, Music and Spirits celebration at ¡Latin Food Fest!

April 3, 2017 by Bryan

Latin Food Fest

Rain was predicted for the day, but it ended up being a picture perfect Saturday. The sun was out, puffy clouds dotted the sky and it was the ideal day to enjoy an outdoor food festival. It was the perfect day for the fifth annual ¡Latin Food Fest! at Santa Monica Beach. I attended the…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: Food Festival, Latin, tequila

Great Santa Monica Addition – Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern

March 20, 2017 by Bryan

Cross between tater tots and nachos with sour cream and salsa fresca - jimmys fat

Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern, or “JFAT” is a popular restaurant chain  in San Diego. Not long ago, they expanded their reach into Orange County and most recently into Santa Monica. My wife and I recently visited their brand new location on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica. The interior is spacious, classy and quite impressive. Despite…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: brunch, brussels sprouts, eggs, fried chicken, tater tots

Latin Food Fest returns to Santa Monica

March 11, 2017 by Bryan

Inside the VIP tent - Latin Food Fest

The Latin Food Fest returns to Santa Monica March 24-25, 2017 for its next star-studded Hispanic culinary classic – and announces the agenda, which  includes a kick off “Chefs Night Out,” ultimate tasting experience “Gran Tasting,” energetic street food party “Mercado,” and chef’s dinner, “Latin Supperclub.”  Gran Tasting is the epitome of all tasting events featuring…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: Food Festival, Latin, Mexican

Wexler’s Deli Delivers Jewish Old-School Experience in Santa Monica

February 27, 2017 by Bryan

Reuben sandwich with corned beef, sauerkarut and Russian dressing deli

Micah Wexler started with a dream of opening a old-school Jewish deli. Named Wexler’s Deli, he opened in Grand Central Market in DTLA and recently opened another location in Santa Monica. I was in the mood for a good pastrami sandwich and so I drove there on a recent Saturday morning. Wexler’s Deli is located…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: corned beef, deli, Jewish, pastrami

Bread and Porridge – Great Santa Monica Breakfast Staycation

February 20, 2017 by Bryan

Shepherd Scramble

Growing up, I’ve always enjoyed eating a good breakfast. For me, starting in a delicious way, helps set the tone for the remainder of the day. My wife and I were recently dined at Bread and Porridge in Santa Monica to see what their breakfast was all about. Bread and Porridge obtained its name because…

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Filed Under: Santa Monica Tagged With: breakfast, omelettes, pancakes, santa monica

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