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...]
Tasty Tidbits: A New Burger Joint, A New Brunch Spot, Ice Cream Fun Flavors, Ladies Night Cocktails
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August 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Restaurants: Hidden Patio Dining in the San Fernando Valley
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August 13, 2012 by 1 Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG Summertime means dining al fresco (if it's not too hot!). 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 … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: New Restaurants, Olympic Eats, Special Deals
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August 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG What's New... Studio City's "sushi row" might just take on the name "pizza row" as well. Pizza Rev, a "craft-your-own" eatery, is opening its second location on September 21 at 12103 Ventura Blvd (just west of Laurel … [Read more...]
Tula’s Restaurant and Decoy Lounge: An Unexpected Surprise for Casual Food and Drink
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July 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG There’s nothing like being pleasantly surprised by a restaurant about which you have little expectations. And that’s exactly what happened when I was invited to dine at Tula’s in North Hollywood. It's a quiet option … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: The Village Opens Plus Special Happenings in the 818
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July 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG At last...The Village opened in Studio City last week and marked the occasion with a celebratory party. Frank Leon, the Studio City restaurateur behind La Loggia and Next Door, replaced his former restaurant, Bokado, with … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: A New Restaurant, A New Sweets Biz, A New Sweet Butter Menu, A New Pancake Special and A New Dine LA
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July 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG Noho has got a new restaurant perfect for summer. Following the success of The Federal Bar on Lankershim in North Hollywood, which opened just over a year ago, Knitting Factory Entertainment (KFE) and CEO Morgan Margolis … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: Umami/LA Creamery Strike Deal, Sportsmen’s Lodge Comeback, Kids and Caviar
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July 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG The Sportsmen's Lodge, once the legendary stomping grounds of stars like Clark Gable, Humphrey Bogart and John Wayne, started its makeover in 2009 when it was acquired by Richard Weintraub. Now, the restaurant which was originally … [Read more...]
The Weekend Cocktail: In Memoriam—A Toast And Tribute To Jim Sahin, Cafe Aldente Chef/Owner
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June 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY GWEN KENNEALLY This week, the heart of Studio City became heavy with the passing of Jim Sahin, who owned and operated Café Aldente since 1988. I got the privilege of meeting Jim over 10 years ago when he started dating one of my … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News in the San Fernando Valley
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June 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG Nesmon French Café and Marketplace has added some new menu items for summer and special deals for happy hour and parties. Throw a private party after 6 p.m. at the eatery and get 20% off (tea parties too!). They cater too. … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News 818—Father’s Day Meals and Freebies, Gourmet Candy, CookLA, Pasta Pappa at Home
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June 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG CookLA, a Studio City "hands on" cooking school for all ages has a great deal of delicious fun happening this summer. Take advantage of the June promotion — buy one cooking lesson and get another for half-price (doesn't … [Read more...]
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