Friday is National Drink Wine Day…As if You Need a Reason!

National Drink Wine Day comes along every year on February 18.  I’ll be the first to admit that I groan at the idea of preconceived “holidays” – August 8 is National Zucchini Day?  Are you serious!? – but Wine Day is one that I’m all for celebrating.

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.

Picturing What You Eat: Food Styling 101

These days its not uncommon to share food with our friends by sending a snap shot of lunch with via cell phone or posting pictures on Facebook.  In this write up, Margaret recalls her experience on learning how to style food for the camera from seasoned professionals.