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Read More: Cache CafeCache Cafe
This adorable little café sits on the promenade behind the AMLI apartments in Marina del Rey, and it’s basically the kind of place that makes you want to pretend you’re a morning person. My friend and I wandered over with our playful pups for a light breakfast and some much-needed caffeine. The service was super…
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Read More: Wood and WaterWood and Water
PSA: If you live anywhere near Wood and Water and haven’t eaten there yet, you’re making a terrible life decision. Wood and Water delivered a five-star experience from the moment we pulled up to valet. First good sign: we were seated right on time by the owner himself. Second good sign: they handed me a…
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Read More: Burger LoungeBurger Lounge
Last night’s dinner plan was what we like to call “the Murphy Method”—wait until everyone is hungry, then go somewhere that welcomes our four-legged food critic: Burger Lounge. And of course, Murphy the Doodle (MTD) was more than happy to attend. MTD loves Burger Lounge for two very important reasons: We also noticed what looks…
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Read More: The Serving SpoonThe Serving Spoon
My friend and I rolled into The Serving Spoon this morning after reading the LA Times hype, fully prepared to investigate the situation like two extremely serious breakfast journalists 🕵️♀️🍳 I’m happy to report: the hype is not only real… it might actually be an understatement. There were people waiting outside, which is always a…
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Read More: Cha Cha ChickenCha Cha Chicken
I Finally Tried This Santa Monica Spot After Driving Past It for 30 Years… and Now I’m Mad at Myself 🍗🌴 You know that restaurant you pass every single day and always say, “We should try that place sometime”? And then… you don’t. For years. Well, after living in Los Angeles my entire life and…
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Read More: Max and Helen’sMax and Helen’s
I told myself I would wait until the hype around Max & Helen’s died down before going. Reader, the hype did not die.The hype is alive.The hype is thriving.The hype has a gym membership. So my friend Debbie and I bravely drove from Marina del Rey to Larchmont Village through the kind of traffic that…
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Read More: Augie’s On MainAugie’s On Main
We strutted into Augie’s on Main fresh from the Farmers Market, feeling very Santa Monica chic — and Murphy the Doodle immediately became the VIP of the patio scene. Water bowls, tail wags, new canine connections… honestly, he may have had more friends than we did. Now let’s talk about the culinary plot twist: this…
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Read More: All’ Antico VinaioAll’ Antico Vinaio
I was really excited to try All’ Antico Vinaio – Los Angeles after hearing so much hype. We stopped in for lunch and while it was good… I wasn’t exactly blown away. The bread? Excellent. The Italian potato chips? Elite. Truly no notes. I may or may not have stuffed a few into my sandwich…
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Read More: Sadaf Modern Persian CusineSadaf Modern Persian Cusine
Last night we ventured to Sadaf – Encino, a modern Persian restaurant with multiple locations and, apparently, a very relaxed relationship with time. We arrived at 6:35 p.m. and were quoted a “20-minute wait.” Adorable. We were ushered into the bar because the entrance was packed with large parties. (Note: they don’t take reservations for…
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Read More: All About the CinnamonAll About the Cinnamon
Straight outta West Philly, two hip-hop-loving creatives turned a pandemic cinnamon bun craving into a full-blown sugar empire. The concept? “Where hip hop and baking collide.” The execution? Absolutely understood the assignment. Now let’s talk about the important stuff: carbs. A recent cinnamon-fueled adventure to Sherman Oaks brought us to this colorful little gem on…