Hello World

    This is for people that like good food. In a city like Los Angeles, with so many diverse offerings, finding delicious food can sometimes be overwhelming. Myself, I enjoy finding those places that make the eating experience truly memorable. This blog will be about my experiences in trying to fulfill that search. With so many choices in a city as large as LA, there are many excellent choices in every price range. The volatile nature of the restaurant business is always creating new offerings that attempt to create their own niche. Cultural changes are also responsible for the changing trends in the food industry. An example is the current economic recession that has given birth to a trendy food truck industry. 


    I hope to cover everything from the rising trend in craft beer bars to the wide variety of food trucks; some of the old school LA classics to the more expensive fine dining choices. Places like Father’s Office and Wurstkuche are just some of the examples of places doing it right. Gjelina on Abbbot Kinney is another restaurant that is serving some amazing food. How about something quick and cheap? The original gourmet food truck, La Isla, has been serving amazing Mexican food on Rose Ave. in Venice for years. Although it will often get overlooked, it is a gem that that many of the locals cherish. Finding some great desserts to satisfy my sugar addiction is something I am looking forward to with this project. Currently, I am really enjoying Sweet Rose Creamery for their homemade gourmet ice cream. The salted caramel with a pinch of sea salt on top has got be tried to fully appreciate the tasty combination. 


    As for myself, I have basically grown up in a restaurant. I spent the first six months of my life living above a restaurant my mother and father were opening. Both of my parents had previously opened and sold other restaurants before meeting. In fact, after roughly thirty years, all five are still open today; quite an accomplishment in this business. As one would guess, they both share an appreciation for food and restaurants that has been influential on myself. 


    This blog will chart my experiences over the next few months as I continue to discover some of the amazing food this city has to offer. While the majority of this blog will be reviews, I will try to also take the time to review the culture of food in Los Angeles. I am currently considering attempting to open my own establishment and hope that taking the time to think critically will inspire me with ideas for starting my own restaurant. I look forward to tasting some amazing food and having some great experiences as I create this blog.