(Gerry Furth-Sides) for young Chalio Luis in Jalisco, watching his grandparents cook delicious birria to ready for each weekend was more than a welcome treat. This was a 1930’s and the ritual became a highlight of his childhood. By that time the recipe has already been in the family for four generations, ever since ...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Petite Taqueria, a trifecta of topnotch atmosphere, food & cocktails, was all the more of a fun surprise because we arrived happily expecting to be eating tacos at a street stand. Instead, we stepped into a circular series of inviting levels anchored by a buzzing huge bar downstairs, with a glimpse...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) “Taco ’bout a party!” this Cinco de Mayo. The absolutely stunning waterfront views and super-friendly, professional staff at SALT Restaurant & Bar at the Marina Del Rey Hotel. will make you feel like you are on the Mexican Riviera. SALT’s brand-new cocktails include the...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Masala Grill Indian Fusion Kitchen achieves the trifecta of unique intensely flavored regional food and inviting decor, plus hospitality both professional and friendly, that makes you wonder why every place cannot be like this. And did I mention free parking? Everything is such high quality and so well thou...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Frida Mexican restaurant (group) proves that an ethnic restaurant can grow in number and also go casual while remaining one of the best because of their rich, authentic (consistent) dishes, colorful decor, and outstanding hospitality. Challenging to write about; easy to enjoy. The Frida location in Beverly...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) October 4 is National Taco Day! October 4 is National Vodka Day! Celebrate at five of our favorite restaurants in town. This National Taco Day on October 4, head to Casita Del Campo, celebrating 55 years, and offering all Tacos on the menu for $2.00 all day and night. Carnitas Tacos are prepared with a...
Celebrating its 10th Year Anniversary, ‘La Feria de Los Moles’ (Mole Fair) combines a decade of flavor, culture, and tradition on Sunday, October 1, 2017, at its brand new larger locations, Grand Park, in downtown Los Angeles. This ambitious event features for the first time a special presentation demonstrating the origin ...
(Gerry Furth-Sides, all photos are courtesy of LA VICTORIA) Jarred salsa celebrates its 100 year anniversary this year. As the makers of LA VICTORIA® point out. For a little context, sliced bread wasn’t invented until 1928. And the company boasts that it them to thank for helping spice up every #TacoTuesday ever since...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) With a strong Spanish influence in the desert, great authentic Mexican food is certainly a must try in Greater Palm Springs, a growing . The local favorites for authentic food are great insider tips. (all photos for Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill are ) Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill Margarita...
Maestro (all images are courtesy Maestro Group) in Old Town Pasadena unveils its modern take on Mexican brunch (to see menu please click \ here). This 2,500 square foot destination brings modern Mexican fine dining and craft cocktails to Old Town Pasadena. Maestro’s ambiance is an elevation of traditional Mexican food a...
Gerry Furth-Sides 
Barbara Hansen 
Chef-owner Alain Cohen 
Roberta Deen 
Jose Martinez 
Nivedita Basu 