Another year is done and it seems that with each passing year, it feels like that one went by faster than the last. It was a year where I started to feel comfortable and happy about my hobby blog, Call Me a Food Lover, and a year where I felt especially lucky that my love … Continue reading »
I am so behind on posting. I’m not finished with Oaxaca, but needed a break from continuously longing for the flavours of Mexico, so I’m going back a couple of months with this post. I’m committed to not leaving good meals behind, so better late than never! One of my favourite nights of the year … Continue reading »
How far would you go for a good meal? Would you take yourself from the comforts of Beverly Hills with poolside servers bringing you frozen umbrella drinks and drive three-quarters of an hour away to one of the 10 most dangerous cities in the USA for BBQ? Ben and I did. When I first heard … Continue reading »
I’d been to Animal a few years ago, back when California still allowed people to eat foie gras. I’ve been curious to go back, especially with all of the hype that chefs Shook & Dotollo seem to garner in the media. But there are so many wonderful restaurants in LA that I haven’t been to, … Continue reading »
SLS. Spoiled Life of Susy? Maybe. The first conversation my parents ever had with Ben’s parents was over the phone. It was close to the time we had gotten engaged, and my parents were probably inviting Jo and Henry over for dinner. I really don’t know how they got on the topic, but somewhere along … Continue reading »
Nothing beats the dreariness of Vancouver November rains like a weekend in Los Angeles. So it comes with much anticipation (and rarely any disappointment) to travel to the City of Angels every year at this time. I have to admit that of all the travelling I do, this weekend is still one of my favorite … Continue reading »
When I cook, I figure that if I’m going to the effort, I should make more than enough so that we can eat it again. But whether it sits in the fridge or freezer, I rarely go back to a meal because I don’t like leftovers. I have the best intentions when it comes to … Continue reading »
With so many choices, today’s diners are a fickle bunch. It can only take 1 mediocre experience for a diner never to return. That’s especially true for me, when it comes to dining in LA, where I only have 3-4 dinner options per trip. So after a so-so experience at The Bazaar 2 years ago, … Continue reading »
I’ve mentioned it before, but I get pulled in a lot of directions when it comes to posting for Call Me a Food Lover. I know I’m most passionate when it comes to being in the kitchen at home or with family. That’s generally when I have the time to be the most introspective on … Continue reading »
This is another leftover from my LA adventure back in November. Ben’s parents are going to LA and were looking for some dinner suggestions. They’re thinking of Lucques, which is a wonderful restaurant but they’ve been there before. With so many amazing options in LA, I think it’s a shame to do a repeat. I suggested … Continue reading »
