Taste Test: Vegetable Teas from Numi Make Sipping a Savory Occasion
In this taste test, we try a few cups from Numi’s new line of vegetable-spice-tea infusions.
Wine Tasting at Clos Pepe in Lompoc, CA: It’s a Lot More Than Flowers
Bryan and his wife take an annual “Wine Mates” trip to the Central Coast of California. His first stop was at a family owned boutique winery. Read on to learn about the tour and special tasting.
Pork Belly and Bourbon-Pork Taco Call for Action on National Pig Day
We all know it’s “the other white meat” but honestly, I didn’t know pigs had their own day!
And while most folks that recognize the swinely significance of March 1st are looking to exalt Wilbur, Miss Piggy, and their kind, we’re looking for recipes and entrees. No offense, Miss Piggy!
Here are a few things you might try as you eat up this “holiday” that’s been observed since 1972.
Tonight: Hudson House Chef, Brooke Williamson, Heads into Top Chef Season 10 Finale
After months of heated competition over gourmet cuisine, Bravo Network’s Top Chef Season 10 has come to its finale. Of the initial 21 contestants that started the season, hometown hero Brooke Williamson is among the two finalists vying for the title of Top Chef.
Manhattan Beach Executive Chef Creates ‘Best Ice Cream Sandwich Ever’ for South Bay
One of the hottest chefs in the South Bay, Fish Bar’s Jessica Jordan, has started a new business venture based on one of her passions: ice cream. Read about what she created and how it could be the best ice cream sandwich ever.
Manhattan Beach Bread and Bagel Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Throwback Prices
To mark 20 years of continuous operations, Manhattan Beach Bread & Bagel is taking their prices back to 1993.
Capicola’s is Serving Gourmet Italian Sandwiches and More in South Torrance
Since the demise of Beijing Islamic Restaurant, Bryan has been keeping close tabs on that location to see what it would eventually become. It recently opened as Capicola’s Gourmet Sandwich Company. Bryan stopped by with his family to check out the menu and found out that there’smore to Capicola’s than sandwiches.
Red Hot Cocktails: Aphrodisiacs You Can Shake and Stir at Home
If you have V-Day plans or not (or perhaps you’re celebrating Singles Appreciation Day) here’s another round up for you: A few lovely cocktails to mix up at home.
Two Sexy Food Blogs Show Men and Women How to Impress in the Kitchen: “Cook This…Get Laid” and “My Man’s Belly”
Looking for a way to woo your sweetie with cooking? Check out these LA based writers that share recipes and relationship advice all on the same page.
Coming Soon: Lee’s Sandwiches to Bring Vietnamese Café to Torrance
I can’t tell you how excited I am about this one! If you’ve experienced Lee’s Sandwiches before, you likely share my love of their very economically priced banh mi sandwiches, fresh baked breads, and Asian inspired coffees and teas.
Tuesday Night: First Anniversary Celebration at Abigaile Restaurant, Hermosa Beach
On Tuesday, February 12, Abigaile will celebrate its first year of operations at 1301 Manhattan Ave in Hermosa Beach. Along with the anniversary party, South Bay Magazine will also be there marking the release of the first issue for 2013.
Valentine’s Day 2013 – South Bay Dinners and Events
V-Day 2013 is just around the corner! If you’re going out, there’s plenty to do right here in our neighborhoods. Get together with your sweetie and sip some wine, settle in for an expertly prepared meal, and even do some yoga! All in the name of love.
Here’s a round-up of some of the dinners and hang-outs that are on our radar for a South Bay Valentine’s Day!
Foods of Love! Champagne and Oysters Ignite Romance at Bluewater Grill, Redondo Beach
To test the libidinous qualities of soft, silky oysters and crisp, bubbly champagne, Bluewater Grill is bringing back their popular “Foods of Love” tasting event just in time for Valentine’s Day.
A Foodie’s 2013 Super Bowl Menu Includes Flavors From Baltimore, San Francisco, and New Orleans
Bryan has fun with his food on Super Bowl Sunday by trying foods from three different cities. Read on to discover how he ate his way through Super Bowl XLVII.
Asiana Grill, the Next Generation of Yoshinoya Beef Bowl (Video)
Plenty of restaurants are giving their customers the option to build their own entrées. Now beef bowl pioneer Yoshinoya is offering a choose-your-own-adventure option for guests at their Asiana Grill restaurants.