EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Discovering the Best in the San Fernando Valley
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BY KAREN YOUNG Summertime means dining al fresco. But what does that mean for the San Fernando Valley? The sidewalk patio is indeed making a comeback with a sprinkling down Ventura Blvd, but where are the patios you can't always see? We … [Read more...]
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BY KAREN YOUNG (ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED June 17, 2012) One of my favorite things is to find little hidden eateries that are inexpensive and perfect for a quick on-the-go bite. My latest find is Joe's Falafel in a non-descript strip mall on … [Read more...]
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BY BARBARA BARRIELLE (Editor's Note: This is the first in an ongoing column by Barbara Barrielle on wine and spirits that will take you all over the San Fernando Valley — and perhaps beyond. First stop — Studio City). I had just … [Read more...]
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BY KAREN YOUNG Whole Foods in Tarzana has a wine bar where you can sit down and meet up with friends. Purchase prepared foods to enjoy along with your wine or if you're craving a steak or seafood, they'll even cook it up and serve it to you. … [Read more...]
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BY KAREN YOUNG Stout Burgers has finally opened its second location in Studio City (the first is in Hollywood). Stop by for the $10 gourmet burger with a choice of beef that is fresh ground in-house daily, organic chicken or the … [Read more...]
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BY GERRY FURTH-SIDES How's this for an introduction? Pizza maven, Tonino "Toto" Morra, has been honored by Gourmet Magazine as “making the best crust in America” — and he's located right here in the 818. Morra makes his own … [Read more...]
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BY KAREN YOUNG I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again—some of the best food in the San Fernando Valley can be found in strip malls off the beaten path. This time my wanderings landed me at Lusy’s International Cuisine at Woodman … [Read more...]
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BY ALISON FREEBAIRN-SMITH Excessive holiday eating and spending has led many of us to tighten our wallets and watch our diets, so we’re eating more meals at home. But, what if I told you I know a place where you can dine in style, eat gourmet … [Read more...]
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BY KAREN YOUNG LA Creamery opened three stores in a flurry this past year only to have them shutter as quickly. No matter, business is only getting better. They are still providing their artisan ice creams to upscale restaurants and stores, such … [Read more...]
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BY RACHEL HELLER It’s a Tuesday night and 40 Valley music-lovers have wandered down to an independent coffee joint to check out a live show by three local singer-songwriters. The trio of female crooners takes turns wowing their audience, which … [Read more...]
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