Seasonal Dining at Cafe Del Rey

Cafe Del Rey is known for careful preparation of home made and seasonally inspired dishes.  Recently, I stopped in to sample items from their winter menu and spend some time in their recently redesigned lounge.

Restaurant Week Preview: Heading South to San Pedro and Palos Verdes

DineLA’s Winter Restaurant Week starts this Sunday, January 23.  In preparation, we’re previewing the menus at the participating restaurants around the South Bay.

Today is our final preview as we take a look at three of the Southernmost Restaurant Week participants in San Pedro and Palos Verdes.

Restaurant Week Preview: Cheese Sauce and Chocolate in Torrance

DineLA’s Winter Restaurant Week starts on Sunday, January 23. In preparation for the event, we’re taking a look at the menus and deals at the participating restaurants around the South Bay.

Today we’re checking out the two entries for Torrance: The Melting Pot and El Torito Grill.

Restaurant Week Preview: Seafood Selections Abound in Redondo Beach

DineLA’s Winter Restaurant Week starts on Sunday, January 23. As the day draws near, we’re taking a look at the menus and deals at the participating restaurants around the South Bay.

Today we’re checking out several locations in Redondo Beach including a couple of my favorites, BALEEN and Ortega 120. Come back tomorrow to see what’s on the menu in Torrance!

Restaurant Week Preview: Italian Cooking and More in Manhattan Beach

DineLA’s Winter Restaurant Week starts on Sunday, January 23. In anticipation, we’re taking a look at the menus and deals at the participating restaurants around the South Bay.

Today we’re checking out Manhattan Beach’s Il Fornaio and Second Story at The Belamar.

Lunch at Ittou Bento in El Segundo

Ittou Bento is one of the latest additions to the dining options along El Segundo’s bustling Sepulveda Strip.  Recently I stopped by to check out their Japanese Bistro.

Chaya Venice Celebrates 20 Years With 3 Course Lunch

While many restaurants come and go, there are a few that stand the test — and tastes! — of time.  The Chaya chain of restaurants is one that has built its staying power on a reputation of good food and good service. To celebrate 20 years of business at its Venice location and 10 years […]

Pumpkin Butternut Squash Soup at The Terrace

I could easily write this review in three words: BEST SOUP EVER!

Specifically, I’m talking about the Spicy Pumpkin Butternut Squash Soup featured at The Terrace Restaurant located inside the amazingly posh Langham Hotel in Pasadena.