I like going to Eat.Drink.Americano. It’s easygoing, great for hanging out with some good friends and, best of all, the food is good! I usually order cheeses, meats and one of their flatbreads – I’m hungry now just thinking about it.
Eat.Drink.Americano
923 E 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 620-0781
The Hart and The Hunter has quickly became one of my favorite restaurants in LA. From the decor, chefs/staff to, of course, the food, everything reminds me of home – cozy and laid back. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch or dinner, be sure to order their Shaved Brussel Sprout & Cabbage Salad and Butter Biscuits (mmm… biscuits….).
The Hart and the Hunter
7950 Melrose Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90048
tel: 323-424-3055
Heard great things about this new restaurant, owned by Marta Teegen and Robert Stelzner, and had to stop by to check it out. The restaurant decor is simple and cozy, I love that the owners decided on having just two long communal tables and a bar. Miss V thought their chandelier was cool looking.
Miss V and I ordered three things – Chorizo with Egg, Merguez Sausage Flatbread with Yogurt Sauce and Persimmon Pudding. All were very good, but Miss V highly recommended the pudding.
Cortez
1356 Allison Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90026
tel: 213-481-8015
Gordon Ramsay opened a new restaurant at The Grove called, The Fat Cow – think comfort British food. My friend, Lauryl, and I met up for lunch there and we both agreed we’ll return for more (especially the Lobster Mac-n-Cheese!). We ordered Salted Caramel Milkshake, Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Fish & Chips and Shepherd’s Pie; everything turned out great! Love that the restaurant is right next to the theater, makes it easy to grab a bite before and/or after the movie.
The Fat Cow
189 The Grove Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Tel: 323-965-1020
*image source: by Bonnie Tsang with Canon 5D and 50mm lens // processed with VSCO FILM
How I wish they are available in the U.S.! – Chocolate cubes in pretty colors from Amelia Rope Chocolate.
Image source: Amelia Rope Chocolate // photographed by Mary Wadsworth
I recently bought a Mini Six from Empire Mayonnaise Co. and I’ve been addicted since. The White Truffle is great with smoked salmon (see above first two images) and I like Black Garlic with my fried egg sandwich. *Available at Empire Mayonnaise Co.
*image source: Top two images by Bonnie Tsang with iPhone and Instagram
La Moderna Bakery
8035 1/2 S Norwalk Blvd
Whittier, CA 90670
(562) 695-9414
Celaya Bakery
1630 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-2472
La Espiga Bakery
1466 Glendale Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 483-3769
Los Cinco Puntos
3300 E Cesar E Chavez Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 261-4084
I spent the past few weeks driving around L.A. and taste tested many tamales. I’m not an expert, but these are my top picks base on taste and service.
*image source: by Bonnie Tsang with iPhone and Instagram
Passion for coffee with the friendliest staff, that’s Handsome Coffee to me.
Handsome Coffee Roaster
582 Mateo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
tel: (213) 621-4194
*image source: by Bonnie Tsang with Canon 5D and 50mm lens // processed with VSCO FILM
