Restaurants: Hidden Patio Dining in the San Fernando Valley

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Inn of the Seventh Ray in Topanga Canyon

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...]

Easter Sunday Brunch in the San Fernando Valley 2013

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Spoonful in Studio City is having a Gospel Brunch and an Easter Bonnet contest!

BY KAREN YOUNG While most all 818 restaurants are open on Easter Sunday,  there's a limited number offering special menus. Here's a handful to get you started. EAST VALLEY The Bistro Garden  The three course champagne brunch  at … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving Dining Guide 2012: Special Menus Across the San Fernando Valley

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BY KAREN YOUNG If it's last minute and you're still figuring out what to do on Thanksgiving, you may want to consider a restaurant destination. We all have visions of that  perfect Thanksgiving in a house full of family and friends, but every … [Read more...]

Chef Moves and Special Dinners for Valentines Day in the San Fernando Valley

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BY KAREN YOUNG The big news this Valentines weekend is a change at Georgio's Cucina in Studio City.  Chef Gary Robins has left the original "pop up" that opened last September and is replaced by Jeffrey Nimer, a James Beard nominee and owner of … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving Restaurant Dining Guide for the San Fernando Valley 2010

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BY KAREN YOUNG We all have visions of that  perfect Thanksgiving in a house full of family and friends, but every once and again it's nice to let someone else do the cooking and cleaning. Although many restaurants are closed, here are a select … [Read more...]

Flowers, Sweets and Good Eats: Mother's Day Dining in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG There are many ways to make Mother's Day special for Moms or any mom-like figure. To those honoring the moms— take over the chores, clean the house, clean her car, prepare a picnic, sing her praises for at least 24 hours, send her … [Read more...]