(Gerry Furth-Sides) Audrey II appeared on my plate at Banana Leaf Restaurant Indian restaurant! Look at the resemblance to this plate of Bharvaan Baingan. But this time we got to devour Audrey II (unlike Little Shop of Horrors). We adored Chef Vadivel Kasirsian’s Bharvaan Baing...
(Gerry furth-Sides) “Waste Not, Want Not” describes the work of Imperfect Food. We experienced a lively, inspiring experience learning about it at Cafe Gratitude in Los Angeles. The combination of he Launch Dinner Menu currently offered to diners this month and motivating conversation is the perfect Rx this session. The atti...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) If Italian and soul food and Thai were insanely popular at the 2022 sold out Masters of Taste 2022 it is no surprise. The news is all the surprising twists of why for these ethnic and regional favorites. Over 100 savory Culinary Masters and restaurants, plus unique sweets prepared by L.A.’s top Sweet [&hell...
(Temi J. Sacks, photos courtesy Olde Good Things) As America comes out of its long and painful restaurant hibernation due to the pandemic, more and more restaurants are looking to create more inviting dining spaces. Adding a sustainable and authentic historical element to their space by incorporating architecturally salvaged uni...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) These ridiculously ethereal must-try cakes seem to have won over even the most die-hard, “no dessert diner.” You can include me, and a host of others in that statement because when you have a perfectly balanced meal, you don’t want to mar that perfect last bite. Berry Chantilly Cake This Who...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Two of the most respected chefs who have created food for the most beloved restaurants in Los Angeles are sharing their homemade dishes to eat at home. Chef Cynthia Mamukari, founder-owner-chef of Taste & Company developed a pasta kit. Restaurateur & Executive Chef Celestino Drago helpe...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) New fascinating favorites this year for Valentine’s Day include a new chef at The Raymond with its history of regional cuisine. Also new and destination-drive worthy is a contemporary Indian Restaurant, ARTH BAR+KITCHEN and , a new Mexican eatery, El Granjero Cantina. Offers that extend the entire week-...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Food, warm and professional hospitality and a romantic atmosphere are the key ingredients to a perfect Valentine’s Day celebration They are perfect for couples, friends or family. The Restaurant at Mr. C, Celestino Ristorante and Marino Ristorante have earned a reputation for all three through the decad...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) From Head Valet, Jason on our arrival, to the friendly hotel guests waving us goodbye, Mr. C in Beverly Hills does the fourth generation Cipriani Restaurant family proud. Mr. C’s made a controversial splash when it opened a decade ago on a site that had previously been changed hands often. But it ...
Happy Makar Sankranti with very special food! This holiday celebrates the sun’s calendar transition from fall to winter. Also known as the winter solstice with the longest night of the year, it marked the astrological transition of Sagittarious to Capricorn. This festival is one of the few Hindu festivals aligned with the ...
Gerry Furth-Sides 
Barbara Hansen 
Chef-owner Alain Cohen 
Roberta Deen 
Jose Martinez 
Nivedita Basu 