Small, intimate and tucked away on a less-traveled section of Union Street in Pasadena, you will find Azeen’s. Run by husband and wife Abdul and Arian, this restaurant is a rare find in an area dominated by Italian, Indian and Japanese restaurants. True, most of these other restaurants serve wonderful food, but when you’re in the mood for something a little different, optio... More »
When thinking of eating at the Langham, Chef Strong’s The Dining Room is the restaurant that comes to mind. However, there is another restaurant, The Terrace which has a whole new menu and soon to have a new look. Chef de Cuisine Loren Lawe, with the guidance of Executive Chef Denis Depoitre, has transformed this sometimes overlooked restaurant into something truly wonderful. The restaurant has “a... More »
Got a hankering for Dim Sum but don’t want to drive to Montebello, Alhambra or China Town? Now Dim Sum is as close as your backyard. The Equator Restaurant is serving a Dim Sum brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Most of the offerings are $3.00 each for a substantial serving. You might recognize Equator as that great coffee place in Mills Alley with the huge Buddhas, but ... More »
At the top of a hill in the quaint town of Sierra Madre lies Restaurant Lozano. According to owner Gil Lucero, Lozano’s is “a contemporary mom and pop restaurant…a one-of-a-kind place that has evolved over 27 years and has become what it is today.†What it is today is a restaurant that offers contemporary Californian food with Mexican and Italian notes. The kind of place that is a bit off ... More »
Nikki C’s is a small restaurant which possesses a large appeal. It is named after the owner’s daughter and the restaurant has gathered a large faithful following over the years; among race track enthusiasts, local neighbors and a kaleidoscope of regulars from all parts unknown. It offers an Italian menu with an old American Flair. The restaurant is softly lit and has a club feel about it. Th... More »
Since becoming an empty nester, I’ve discovered some great places for happy hour. Now with times tough, money tighter, and the holidays on their way, I thought I would share with you three of my favorite spots. McCormick and Schmick’s: During happy hour (Monday – Friday: 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 – 11:00 p.m.) you can enjoy a very good glass of wine for $4.00 and a full-sized cheeseburge... More »
A burrito’s, a burrito, right? Not when it’s made the way you like it. That’s the idea behind Chipotle Mexican Grill. Fast food done to your order. The menu is simple, burritos, tacos, salads and burrito bowls. You choose the meat and fillings. Easy, but the choices all look so good. On my first trip I chose a fajita burrito with barbacoa, shredded beef braised with chipotle adobo, cumin, cl... More »
So you lost your wallet in the Stock Market, you had to cut up all of your credit cards and now you must avoid the bill collectors. What to do, where to go? You can’t hide at home forever, they will find you there. Times are tough across the globe and my friend Robin Salzer of Robin’s Woodfire BBQ is doing everything he can to guarantee a family can still enjoy dining out. He may be a “Maver... More »
Best new Happy Hour in town? We think the honors go to Fred’s Mexican Café, for its delicious margaritas, tasty new menu, and football-friendly atmosphere. Drink, nosh, cheer – Fred’s makes for a great pit stop on your way home from work or for displaced Crown City Brewery fans who want sports, drinks and eats. Fred’s is now offering a special menu during happy hour, each item is $3.95 and well... More »
To say I enjoyed my evening at Roy’s would be an understatement. I loved it! Flaming tiki torches light the way to this Hawaiian-inspired restaurant, centrally located in the Playhouse district. Theatre goers rejoice! Roy’s is just a block from the Playhouse on the corner of El Molino and Colorado. Christopher George is not just the chef; he is a partner who has worked with Roy Yamaguchi for a... More »
