Last weekend was the first time I used my A/C nonstop since moving to Los Angeles. My coworkers warned me that it could reach as high as the 100 during the summer months. Last weekend proved it with Woodland Hills reaching 105 during the day. I don't know why I was insistent to go to... Continue Reading →
Vintage recipes
USA Today's Web site points to a nifty site featuring recipe cards from the 1970s. The photos on the recipe cards themselves are disgusting but the writeups are a crackup. For further enjoyment, all the recipes are compiled in a book available now. I've already placed my order for the book as well as placed... Continue Reading →
My food quests in Los Angeles
One thing I love about living in Los Angeles is the diversity of the food. I'm still on the quest for a great Korean place, spring rolls, pho and of course, BBQ. I have a few cupcake places nailed (something they never had in San Diego) and I still need to try a few more... Continue Reading →
A rare squirrel photo
The squirrels on my street have been alluding my camera for a few months now but upon returning home today I spotted this squirrel on my manager's patio.Had to use the optical zoom on my camera. But even squirrels can get red eye.I've been spotted.
A temporary fascination
During my work hours on Saturday night, I usually find myself with three hours downtime before going home. Those three hours can either be spent reading or browsing the internet. It's usually the later.There's usually a pattern I go through when browsing. Usually involves visiting cuteoverload.com, followed by looking at pictures of baby lizards, and... Continue Reading →
Easter in Russia
Actually, I spent Easter eating in a Russian restaurant not the country. A first for me. But to prepare for some Russian fare, first, a trip to Burbank to visit Dark Delicacies.No Easter rabbits here but Frankenstein beckoned from the street. I've passed this place several times on my way to downtown Burbank. It was... Continue Reading →
Weekend in San Francisco and Sacramento
I'm still recovering from my weekend in Northern California. The drive itself was exhausting: left Los Angeles at 11 p.m. and didn't get into the Bay Area until almost 5 a.m. the following morning. The reason for the rush? To attend APE (Alternative Press Expo) in San Francisco. Picked up a few independent books and... Continue Reading →
Emotionally draining weekend
It's tough not to get attached to pets. Even small ones. But unfortunately it happens and when they pass away, your world is turned upside down. Good bye, Ollie.
Tested and tried new kitchen gadgets
In the course of a week, I bought two kitchen gadgets I've been wanting to get for a few months. I finally had some money and time to seek them out. The first of the gadgets I got was an stovetop Italian cappuccino maker by Bialatti called the Mukka Express. I only drink coffee once... Continue Reading →
Cupid’s Hot Dogs on Ventura
It seems like I spend and unhealthy amount of time in the car when I'm not at work or when I'm not in my apartment. When I (unfortunately) have to work days, I try to find shortcuts between North Hollywood and Woodland Hills and it usually involves taking Ventura Blvd. which runs parallel to the... Continue Reading →
My Burning Kitchen... on the road 