A Weekend Escape at Portofino Hotel and BALEENkitchen

Getting away from Los Angeles is always a treat but sometimes staying in LA…and still getting away…is even better.  The Portofino Hotel, nestled in the King Harbor Marina of Redondo Beach, is the perfect location for a weekend away without having to go very far at all.  If you’re headed to LA, or you live […]

Brunch at Primo Italia: Stiff Drinks and Big Plates on the Hill

Primo Italia is a newish restaurant just on Crenshaw Blvd just south of Pacific Coast Highway. Like many restaurants focsued on Italian cuisine, they’re mainly open for dinner. But on the weekends, they make an exception and open for the South Bay tradition known as Sunday brunch.

Sunday Brunch at A.O.C.

More restaurants are offering weekend brunches. See what the A.O.C. experience is all about…

South Bay Mother’s Day 2016

Celebrate Mom by getting her out of the kitchen and treating her to a fabulous brunch or dinner.  Happy Mother’s Day! Hook & Plow Spend a day at the beach, and treat your mother to one of The Hook & Plow’s brunch or dinner specials. Brunch will feature a Maryland crabcake benedict special, served on […]

A Shareable, Eggy, Boozey Brunch at Bacari PDR

Since opening in September of last year, Bacari PDR has quickly become the go-to place for tapas in the Marina. In January, they added brunch on the weekends. Here’s a look at what they’re serving for the most important meal of a weekend day.

Sunday Brunches for Father’s Day 2014

For Father’s Day, it might be tough figuring out what to get the dad who has everything. There’s one thing we know for certain though: All dad’s need to eat! Here are a few choices for dining with Dear Old Dad on his special day.

Sunday Brunch at Tapas & Vino

Bryan and his family stopped by Tapas & Vino’s for Sunday brunch. Mimosas, eggs benedict, and more proved that this Redondo Beach location makes for a great brunch option.

Zinc, The Restaurant Inside the Shade Hotel, Manhattan Beach

Many people are aware of the Shade Hotel in downtown Manhattan Beach.  What is not well known is that there is an amazing restaurant tucked inside.  Along with a great bar and wine cellar, Shade also houses an outstanding restaurant: Zinc.  Read on for details…

Easter Brunch at Home or Around Town

If looking for an Easter Brunch feels more like an egg hunt, look no further. Here are some suggestions to consider, whether you’re cooking at home or heading out.

Fuego Brings Mexican Brunch to Long Beach

If you’re looking for an intriguing place for brunch, consider Fuego at The Mayan Hotel in Long Beach.  The food is commendable and the setting alone is worth the visit.  The restaurant is open to the Long Beach harbor and has views from the skyline to the Queen Mary.  With a band just outside the dining room playing live salsa music, the mood is that of a relaxing day on the Mexican Rivera.