As a Yelp Elite, I’m constantly reminded how lucky I am to be part of a community that not only loves food but also supports local businesses. One of the most flavorful reminders came during a recent Yelp Elite Experience at Lucky Pizza in Gardena, California. This spot is Lucky Pizza’s second location. Their original…
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It’s a savory Hello Kitty life!
Hello Starbird Torrance!
Starbird Chicken sure has come a long way in the South Bay since I first discovered them back in 2022 during a Yelp Elite experience at their ghost kitchen in Hawthorne, California. That initial visit definitely made an impression — crispy chicken, bold flavors, and a fresh take on fast-casual fried chicken. Not long after,…
Hello Saiga Eatery Orange!
“Eat Good. Eat Fast.” That’s the tagline of Saiga Vietnamese Eatery, with locations in both Orange and Irvine, California — and after my visit, I can confidently say they live up to it. While the concept centers around fast Vietnamese takeout, the quality of the food is far beyond what you’d expect from a quick-service…
Hello Nam Kitchen!
Nam Kitchen is where Vietnamese meets Peruvian in the best way! Located in Gardena, California, thus spot offers a unique fusion of two of my favorite cuisines. Seeing them come together on one menu? Yes, please. I kicked off brunch with their Vietnamese-style chicken wings—crispy, a little spicy, a little sweet. These wings are absolutely…
Hello Carnival Firenze! 🚢
Seas the Flavor While Sailing on Carnival Firenze! I recently came back from a cruise on Carnival Firenze and it was a truly fantastic trip on this ship that’s all about “Fun Italian Style!” It was also a full-on flavor voyage! From poolside bites to elevated dining, this ship brings bold tastes and casual fun…
Hello JINYA Ramen – 2nd and PCH
I’m such a “Ramentic” 🍜 🥰! Today was seriously a good day for trying out new spots! After a fun Yelp Elite Experience at nearby LATHER Long Beach, I stopped by JINYA Ramen Bar at 2nd & PCH. If you know me, you already know I love ramen — so I was super excited to…
Hello and Farewell, Black Angus Torrance! 🤠
Black Angus in Torrance was always the place I wanted to go when I was a little girl. It was just down the street from where I grew up, and every time we passed by, I’d look up at the big sign and wonder what it was like inside. It seemed like the kind of…
Hello and Happy Grand Opening Pho Hue Oi Torrance!
I’m so excited for the newest Pho Hue Oi location here in Torrance! If you’re in the South Bay and craving a warm, flavorful bowl of pho, you’re in for a treat. This is the third location for the family-owned restaurant — their second in the South Bay, alongside their Redondo Beach spot, and their…
Hello Mama D’s Torrance!
There’s something special about stumbling across a restaurant you’ve always wanted to try—and realizing it’s finally in your neighborhood. That’s exactly what happened when I saw Mama D’s had opened at Rolling Hills Plaza in Torrance. I have wanted to try this restaurant for years, and now it was time to see what all the…
Hello Gomaichi Ramen Redondo Beach!
As a devoted ramen enthusiast (and self-proclaimed noodle connoisseur), I couldn’t resist checking out the grand opening of Gomaichi Ramen. As the newest addition to Redondo Beach’s food scene, this spot immediately gave off go-to vibes — cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and that unmistakable aroma of simmering broth in the air… yes, please. I also…
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