By Hansol Hwang Most people would go to a burger joint to munch on their famous cheeseburger, loaded with onion rings, a special sauce and a 100 percent wagyu beef patty. And most people would go to a poke restaurant to devour diced raw fish covered in ponzu and spicy mayo sauce, surrounded by freshly…
Popcorn lovers rejoice: October is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month, a seasonal celebration of one of America’s oldest and most beloved snack foods. As farmers head into the fields to harvest crops, families and friends gather to honor this ever-popular treat. Whether stovetop, microwave or ready-to-eat, we consume 13 billion quarts each year of this wholesome, whole…
By May S. Ruiz We know that Californians have developed sophisticated palates when sushi and sashimi restaurants are as ubiquitous as eateries serving standard American fare. In the San Gabriel Valley, Japanese food is so mainstream that ramen noodle joints can be found at every strip mall. So how did ramen and sushi become something…
San Gabriel Valley’s largest culinary and music festival Thousands are expected to attend the special 10 year anniversary celebration of Taste of South Lake in Pasadena on Saturday, Sept. 29 from noon to 5 p.m. Presented by Logix Federal Credit Union the popular culinary and music festival is back as Tastes & Sounds on South Lake and…
By Jackie Gonzales Breakfast may be considered the most important meal of the day, but brunch can often be the most enjoyable. Specialty sweet delights straight from the griddle, savory amalgamations of egg, cheese, meat and vegetables, and refreshing fruity cocktails combine to make the perfect midmorning feast. For residents of the Foothills, the Metro…
Join the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce for the Taste of Pasadena at the Rose Bowl on Thursday, Sept. 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy food and drink samples from many of Pasadena’s favorite, finest, and most unique restaurants. Taste the four finalist cocktails in the SIP-tember Cocktail Bracket Challenge and vote for your favorite as 2018 Pasadena…
Over twenty years ago, the Drago Brothers set out to show Los Angeles what true Italian and Sicilian food consists of and have since made a name for themselves as powerhouses of fine Italian cuisine in Los Angeles. For over two decades, Celestino Ristorante has been Pasadena’s mainstay for fans of authentic Italian cuisine, changing…
By @TimAroundLA I like driving to the top of a hill; the horizon comes ever closer and one never knows what to expect at the end of such journey. This time however, I kind of had an idea: Castaway has a reputation as one of Burbank’s finest dining experiences, and today I was excited for…