Category Archives: Los Angeles

February 21, 2009
12:00 AM
by: Uhockey

The Bazaar by Jose Andres, Los Angeles CA

Unlike abstract art which cannot (in my opinion) truly be ‘good’ or ‘bad,’ the realm of abstract food – the realm of Molecular Gastronomy/Neo-cuisine/Deconstructionist cooking – is a little easier to judge. Sure, you can apply rules of asthetics, intention, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, California, Dessert, Foie, Food, Jose Andres, Lobster, Los Angeles, The Bazaar, Vacation

February 20, 2009
5:00 PM
by: Uhockey

La Botte, Santa Monica CA

Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in the early morning hours of February 20th, my family and I decided to take advantage of the fact that Santa Monica’s Michelin Starred La Botte was open for full service lunch on … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, California, Dessert, Food, Italian, La Botte, Los Angeles, Octopus, Santa Monica

February 20, 2009
2:06 PM
by: Uhockey

Vanilla Bake Shop, Santa Monica CA

In the ongoing treck to find the best cupcake shop my last trip to California saw me visit Kara’s, Love at First Bite, and Citizen Cake in the San Francisco area. Previous cupcake rendezvous took me to Sprinkles, Yummy, Crumbs, … Continue reading →

Posted in California, Coffee, cupcakes, Dessert, Food, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Vacation, Vanilla Bake Shop

February 26, 2008
11:43 AM
by: Uhockey

Crumbs Bake Shop, Los Angeles California

On my most recent visit to So. California I decided to fully experience the cupcake rage that is sweeping the nation and just now finally arriving in the midwest. During my visit I tried Yummy, Crumbs, Sprinkles, and Mrs Beasleys. … Continue reading →

Posted in California, Crumbs, cupcakes, Dessert, Los Angeles, Vacation

February 26, 2008
11:38 AM
by: Uhockey

Doughboys Bakery, Los Angeles California

While visiting from Ohio, I went to Doughboys with my family on President’s Day and was actually very happy with the food, price, and service. While not quite as unique as Griddle Cafe, there are far less scenesters and hipsters. … Continue reading →

Posted in California, Cornbread, Dessert, Doughboys, Los Angeles, Pancakes, Vacation

February 26, 2008
10:51 AM
by: Uhockey

Spago, Los Angeles California

In late February, during a family vacation to LA, we decided to experience Puck’s flagship and I can honestly say it was worth every cent. The famous patio, solid silver serving platters, worldclass service, the incredible flatbread, and surounded by … Continue reading →

Posted in California, Dessert, Food, Los Angeles, Pizza, Vacation

February 26, 2008
12:08 AM
by: Uhockey

Griddle Cafe, Los Angeles California

In short, I’ve been to the Griddle Cafe twice and consider them to be the two most audacious breakfasts of my life…..and the two most delicious. This is the best breakfast I’ve ever had and the prices are amongst the … Continue reading →

Posted in California, Coffee, Griddle Cafe, Los Angeles, Pancakes

February 25, 2008
11:39 AM
by: Uhockey

Mrs. Beasley’s Bakery Cafe, Costa Mesa California

On my most recent visit to So. California I decided to fully experience the cupcake rage that is sweeping the nation and just now finally arriving in the midwest. During my visit I tried Yummy, Crumbs, Sprinkles, and Mrs Beasleys. … Continue reading →

Posted in California, cupcakes, Dessert, Los Angeles, Vacation

February 24, 2008
1:59 PM
by: Uhockey

All’ Angelo, Los Angeles California

I had the good fortune to dine at All’ Angelo during my week off in February and can honestly say it was one of the more memorable Italian meals of my life (along with Il Mulino NYC.) First of all, … Continue reading →

Posted in All Angelo, California, Coffee, Food, Los Angeles, Vacation

February 24, 2008
11:34 AM
by: Uhockey

Yummy Cupcakes, Santa Monica California

On my most recent visit to So. California I decided to fully experience the cupcake rage that is sweeping the nation and just now finally arriving in the midwest. During my visit I tried Yummy, Crumbs, Sprinkles, and Mrs Beasleys. … Continue reading →

Posted in California, cupcakes, Dessert, Los Angeles, Vacation

January 20, 2007
11:22 PM
by: Uhockey

Toast, Los Angeles California

Where the Griddle Cafe was all about enormous portions and good prices, Toast was all about image and quality. 100% natural ingredients and 100% delicious, breakfast consisted of omelets, bread, and fruit. My meal included chicken, onions, spinach, and portabellas … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, California, Los Angeles, Toast

January 19, 2007
11:49 AM
by: Uhockey

Sprinkles Cupcakes, Los Angeles California

On my most recent visit to So. California I decided to fully experience the cupcake rage that is sweeping the nation and just now finally arriving in the midwest. During my visit I tried Yummy, Crumbs, Sprinkles, and Mrs Beasleys. … Continue reading →

Posted in California, cupcakes, Dessert, Los Angeles, Sprinkles, Vacation

January 18, 2007
11:17 PM
by: Uhockey

Amex Arena Club, Los Angeles California

Fantastic seats, quality food, top notch service, and suprisingly good prices for higher end arena food. Sat here during a visit to LA in on 01/18/07, directly overlooking the Kings offensive zone, for the first period. I had Sushi, mom … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, California, Hockey, Los Angeles, Sushi

January 18, 2007
11:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Roscoe’s Chicken n’ Waffles, Los Angeles California

Arriving early in the afternoon after a nonstop from Detroit to LA, my mother and I loaded up the rental car and feeling quite famished made our way to Roscoe’s with our baggage still in the car. Myself being a … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, California, Cornbread, Los Angeles