Located at the Promenade PV in Rolling Hills, I discovered a pho spot that truly takes things to the next level. Pho Red Bo is an incredible restaurant specializing in premium Wagyu, serving up dishes with American, Australian, and Japanese A5 Wagyu in creative and unforgettable ways. I started my meal with some of Pho…
Hello Mumu Hot Pot Torrance!
Mumu Hot Pot is officially open in Torrance at Del Amo Mall, taking over the former Vegas Buffet space. I visited during their soft opening and was excited to finally check it out! The restaurant is bright, modern, and spacious with plenty of seating. They offer customizable combo sets for one or two people, focusing…
Hello Yelp Elite Experience at Chinollo – Carson!
“Eat well. Live healthy. Enjoy life.” — and Chinollo-Carson truly delivers on that promise. From the moment I walked in, the vibe felt fresh, welcoming, and effortlessly healthy without being intimidating. It’s the kind of spot where I knew I could treat yourself and still feel good about it. I ordered the Thai Curry Wonder…
Hello Tamistea!
Filipino-owned, Filipino-flavored, and Filipino-loved, I am absolutely loving Tamistea, the newest coffee shop to open in Torrance! The name Tamistea says it all. “Tamis” means sweet, and the name perfectly captures their delightful mix of pastries and drinks. Their menu ranges from espressos and tonics to creative lattes. I couldn’t pass up the Mais con…
Hello Atta Girl Hermosa Beach!
Being a longtime fan of Chef David LeFevre’s restaurants—Manhattan Beach Post, RYLA, and The Arthur J, I was thrilled to hear about Atta Girl, his newest venture in the South Bay, co-owned by the rising chef Alice Mai. The perfect opportunity to visit came during a special birthday celebration, and I knew this would be…
Hello Yelp Elite Experience – Piccini Italian Takeout Palos Verdes
I kicked off my first Yelp Elite event of 2026 at Piccini Italian Takeout in Palos Verdes, and it was such a fun way to start the year. I’ve been to their Torrance location before, but I was really excited to finally check out this newer spot. For the Yelp Elite tasting, we got to…
Hello Kitty & Friends Booth @ the Asian American Expo 💕🎀
This weekend at the Asian American Expo, I was invited to check out one of the cutest booths at the event — the Hello Kitty and Friends Booth by Gemini Food Corp., and it was pure kawaii happiness from start to finish 💖 From the moment I arrived, the booth instantly caught my attention with…
Hello Yelp Elite Badge 2026!
I’m thrilled to kick off 2026 as part of the Yelp LA Elite Squad! Being a Yelp Elite for 18 years straight has been an incredible journey — from discovering hidden gems to sharing my favorite spots around the city. This past year, I wrote my most reviews ever — 170! Each review was a…
Hello Foodie Jenn Year in Review 2025!
2025 was a year full of wonderful surprises! From collaborating with some of my favorite spots to traveling to Mexico, the Philippines (the biggest surprise of the year!), and Taiwan, I was blessed with so many unforgettable experiences. While I loved exploring flavors around the world—memories I’ll cherish forever 🙂—I realized there’s truly no place…
Hello Kitty Exhibition – “As I Change, Kitty Transforms with Me” in Taipei!
The Hello Kitty Exhibition: “As I Change, Kitty Transforms with Me” is currently ongoing at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A11 in Taipei! After my recent trip to the Philippines, the cutest travel adventures continued in Taiwan with this very special exhibit. I was so excited to visit and immerse myself in all the Hello Kitty cuteness!…
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