Jamie Poster is a Masters of Public Policy Candidate ‘14 at UCLA, concentrating in regional economic development and pursuing a certificate in Urban Humanities. She volunteers for Food Forward and this is her story. How did you hear about Food Forward (FF) and what made you decide...
J Dean Loring, founder of Burger Lounge, is a S.O.B. – son of a butcher. Why, what were you thinking? by Mark Castellino In fact he’s a GSOB he says proudly. The grandson of a butcher, he was raised in the beef industry, and it was only...
The Bel Air Bar + Grill is the perfect combination of a neighborhood hangout, with its comfy bar area, and a destination restaurant for the delicious comfort food. Susan Disney-Lord has introduced to the restaurant a heady mix of food and art, since her family literally...
Occupying a commanding corner on San Vicente Blvd, Burger Lounge is as great for burgers as it is for people watching. The grass fed burger place is a step up from the fast food joints but still retains the ‘lounge’ feeling of a more upscale...
Originally from Galway in lush, rainy Ireland, John Lyons found himself transplanted to California, creating edible landscapes and organic vegetable gardens. In a nutshell, what do you do and what inspired you to do it? I design and install edible landscapes and California Native gardens. My inspiration...
Coral Tree Café is part of the Brentwood fabric, having been in the neighborhood since 2002. It was named after the landmark coral trees that line San Vicente Blvd and true to the name, the owners were the first to donate funds for the upkeep...
Invented in 1762, sandwiches are still quick, portable and great for eating outdoors – but now they are much fancier. Try our tasty favorites. An American in Paris: Sourdough baguette which holds a good amount of succulent roast ham. The radish and watercress add some spice, as do the accompanying sweet potato chips. Sweet pickles on...