Category Archives: Burbank

July 18, 2013

Dog Day Afternoon

In the age old power struggle of hot dog vs hamburger, Umami Burger finally throws a bone to wieners. Umami Burbank, the 17th location of the ubiquitous chain, has all of the eatery’s usual hamburger offerings, but also specializes in … Continue reading →

The 10 Best Things I Consumed in 2012

2012 was a banner year food-wise in the City of Angels. Angelenos have never before had so many amazing restaurant options and I have tried to cover many of them on this blog. Of all the dishes that I wrote … Continue reading →

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Filed under Alhambra, Arcadia, Burbank, Culver City, Downey, Downtown, Glendale, Manhattan Beach, Mid-City, Santa Monica, Venice

Tagged as Best Dishes in LA, Best Dishes in Los Angeles, Best LA Food, Best Los Angeles Food, Best Restaurants in LA, Best Restaurants in Los Angeles, Top LA Restaurants, Top Los Angeles Restaurants

May 25, 2012

Cuban Pastry Crisis

Porto’s Bakery and Cafe is a loud and lively LA institution selling pastries and awesome Cuban comfort food to Angelenos for decades. All three of its locations (Glendale, Burbank and Downey) have counter service only and the lines are usually … Continue reading →

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Filed under Burbank, Downey, Glendale

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May 4, 2012

Cheesesteak Challenge

Although I grew up in California, I was born in Philadelphia. Other things that originated in Philadelphia include the Declaration of Independence, the Post Office, the Stock Exchange and Hall & Oates. But Philadelphia’s greatest contribution may just be the … Continue reading →

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Filed under Burbank, Downtown, Encino, Mid-City, Santa Monica, Westwood

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November 19, 2011

A Sweet Thanksgiving

For most of us, the Thanksgiving meal is all about succulent roast turkey, savory herbed stuffing, buttery mashed potatoes, and tart and sweet cranberry relish. However, a great Thanksgiving meal should be like a great concert at the Hollywood Bowl; … Continue reading →

Bread Winners

Amazing signature bread served warm to your table soon after you are seated and order. Is there any greater welcome gift that a restaurant can bestow upon a hungry patron? Great bread is often the reason for choosing a restaurant … Continue reading →

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Filed under Beverly Hills, Burbank, Canoga Park, Mid-City, Sherman Oaks, Studio City

Tagged as Angeli Caffe, Caioti Pizza Cafe, Los Angeles Best Bread, Neiman Marcus, Smokehouse, The Great Greek