You probably already know that Pasadena is a great city for food lovers. But did you know that Pasadena is also the home of one of the greatest culinary creations of all time? That's right, the cheeseburger first made its debut at the Rite Spot in Pasadena in 1924. To celebrate the town's place in food history, courtesy of Lionel Sternberger's original genius that first added a simple slice of Continue Reading
Beloved Sushi Chef Relocates to Pasadena.
For years the best-kept sushi secret in Hollywood was Sushi Ike in a little strip mall. Despite the unassuming exterior and inconspicuous location, Sushi Ike drew fans from locals to celebrities that included the likes of Bette Midler, Phil Collins and Katherine Heigl, who swore by the high standard of sashimi. Then one day, Sushi Ike was no more. Luckily, Chef Ike hasn't left the sushi game Continue Reading
Hamburger Hamlet Closing & DuPar’s Opening on South Lake.
Some restaurants are Southern California institutions, filled with memories and delicious foods. One such place is Hamburger Hamlet and it is with a heavy heart that I found out it is shutting down one of it's last remaining locations in the Los Angeles area, on South Lake Avenue, by January 2. South Lake Avenue is filled with swanky shops and unique eateries, so it was nice to have a blast Continue Reading
A Small Taste of Everything at Rice Thai Tapas.
During the holidays, meals out tend to be on the fly as you whirl through work and shopping. Meals at home tend to be heavy and full of traditional American favorites. Which is why it was so refreshing to take a break from classic home cooking and try something new at Rice Thai Tapas. Whenever a restaurant has tapas in the name or on the menu, I try to bring along as many people as possible, in Continue Reading
Home Brewed Bar Opens in Old Pasadena.
Around the holidays, stress levels rise and taking it slow can be difficult. But the newly opened Home Brewed Bar understands the importance of taking things slowly, cold brewing a central focus of the new coffee spot in Old Pasadena. Home Brewed Bar takes its coffee seriously, rather than the usual hot water process; Home Brewed Bar steeps its beans and teas in cold water for at least 20 hours Continue Reading
Savor Something Sweet at Amara Chocolate & Coffee
Just because the madness of Black Friday is over, doesn't mean that shopping has come to end. As you make your way through Old Town Pasadena's variety of unique shops and favorite chain store staples searching for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list, be sure to stop in to Amara Chocolate & Coffee. Conveniently located just outside the Schoolhouse parking structure on Raymond Avenue, Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas in Pasadena.
Whether you want to give your oven a rest or just do something different this year, Pasadena has plenty of options to make your Thanksgiving delicious. Check out these restaurants serving up traditional and not-so-traditional options for the holidays: For a very special treat, the luxurious Langham Hotel is serving up Thanksgiving treats all day long. Opt to dine in The Royce, the hotel's new Continue Reading
The Peg & Sue Fundraiser for Fresh is Here.
With the holidays just around the corner, what better time to spruce up your cooking skills? And with the season of giving also on the way, when better to start giving? With the Peg & Sue Show, you can kill two birds with one stone, figuratively speaking, because the dynamic duo's annual cooking fundraiser for FRESH is here. On Wednesday, November 20, be prepared to be delighted and dazzled Continue Reading
Dinner from Italy at Contessa Collections in Pasadena.
One of our first posts, Contessa Collections, and still favorite place for food, gifts and chocolates is sponsoring and inviting us to a special event. A shipment to Contessa is on its way from Italy, and Maria Luisa Fabbri wants us to join her and her staff to sample the ingredients just landing. Contessa will be serving a sit down dinner on Monday, Oct. 28 - 7:00 pm, Friday, Nov. 1 – 7:00 Continue Reading
More favorite lunch spots in Pasadena
Given Pasadena's predilection for fine dining, it's easy to overlook some of the more casual spots. Here are more of Pasadena's favorite lunch spots, which are a little more special than your average grab and go: Green Street Restaurant has been a Pasadena favorite since 1979. The restaurant is amazingly flexible as it can serve everyone from families to business lunches. The extensive menu is Continue Reading
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