There is a bit of Paris in Prague around the chichi corner of Jewish Quarter. 😉 It’s a good place to stock up breads for mornings (so we won’t waste time finding breakfast). Bakeshop said they cultivate their own yeast. It’s also great for a light lunch. Tomato Soup with Saffron (with nice garlic toast), […]
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April 14, 2008
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Rikyu (Little Tokyo)
By Joan in 06: Downtown LAA traditional Japanese noodle place that serves soba and Udon in the 2nd floor of Weller Court at Little Tokyo. It was empty when we went in, while Curry House and Orochon Ramen (which I don’t get the appeal of, but to each and his own) in the same plaza were packed. There’re not as […]
April 10, 2008
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Siem Reap (Little Cambodia)
By Joan in 18: Greater LAWent to Long Beach few weekends ago to check out Little Cambodia. There’s still not very much there yet, only some restaurants and markets on several blocks. We settled into Siem Reap. It’s very spacious inside, suitable for wedding parties. TV monitors are everywhere playing Cambodian pop music show. Ground pork curry, served with cucumber, […]
April 2, 2008
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Lucques Restaurant (Melrose Ave.)
By Joan in 09: Weho, Food: Los AngelesFreda had her spectacular birthday dinner at Ortolan. I had mine at Lucques with Jon. We’ve alway wanted to try Lucques but never get around to. I love chef/owner Suzanne Goin’s other establishments A.O.C. and Hungry Cat very much. Los Angeles Magazine called Lucques the no.1 restaurant in LA recently, so we had high expectation. […]
March 31, 2008
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Cafe Blanc (Costa Mesa)
By Joan in 18: Greater LAMore pretty and tasty cakes from Cafe Blanc (see my old entry): Coeur des Rois. Vanilla mousse, raspberry gelee and kirsh brandy. I think there could be a bit more raspberry gelee to give a even stronger punch to the sourness. Doux Chocolat: white and dark chocolate mousee. Very good!
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