Bar Marmont - Reinvented

If you know me at all, you know that I love sharing food. I embrace restaurants with menus that allow me to taste multiple items without feeling like I am about to explode. Bar Marmont has a fabulous new menu from a chef who hails from the Spotted Pig in New York. Foodies will love the variety of items. The burger is insanely good and the crazy-big popovers are truly a wonder, though too bready for me. The B & T crowd made me a little nuts. I recommend hitting it up on a Monday or Tuesday to avoid them.

Akasha - Culver City Strikes Again

So, my fiance insists that Culver City reminds him too much of Rancho Cucamonga for his taste. I respectfully disagree. It is littered with fabulous places to dine, including newbie Akasha. The decor is a standout - industrial chic concrete floors, large windows, and soaring ceilings. The food is great, too. Sustainable cuisine with lots of meat and veggies for everyone. The Rustic Mushroom Tart was fantastic, as were the Heritage Country Pork Chop and the Asian Style Braised Short Ribs. Desserts were great, too. One of the best Creme Brulees I have ever had. I highly recommend taking a trip down to see what's cooking in Culver City.