If there’s one restaurant I can never get enough of, it’s Little Sister. Every visit feels like a journey through bold Vietnamese flavors with a modern, global twist. Led by Chef Tin Vuong, Little Sister masterfully blends the flavors of Vietnam with French, Chinese, and American influences—creating dishes that are both comforting and unexpected. When…
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Hello Dine LA at Ryla Hermosa Beach!
I have wanted to check out RYLA in Hermosa Beach since it opened in 2022. This restaurant is the culinary brainchild of husband-and-wife duo Chef Ray Hayashi and Chef Cynthia Hetlinger, and it has even earned a spot in the Michelin Guide California selection. RYLA masterfully blends coastal California cuisine with Japanese flavors, reflecting the…
Hello Lunar New Year Celebration at Lunasia Dim Sum House
The Lunar New Year is a time to gather with loved ones, honor traditions, and welcome prosperity and good fortune into the year ahead. To celebrate the Year of the Snake, I visited Lunasia Dim Sum House, a place I’ve always loved for its exquisite dim sum and seasonal offerings. In this post, I’m excited…
Hello Foodie Jenn Year in Review 2024!
2024 was filled with unforgettable foodie moments! From traveling to eight European cities to visiting Chicago and Honolulu, I had the wonderful experience of trying diverse cuisines. I also had the pleasure of being part of various grand openings around town and participating in exciting collaborations. This blog post highlights some of my favorite foodie…
Hello and Happy Grand Opening SusieCakes Bakery Torrance!
Today was such a sweet day! It’s no secret that I love SusieCakes Bakery. Ever since the Manhattan Beach location opened up more than 15 years ago; I’ve been a fan. I’m am super excited that as of today; they now have two locations in the South Bay! Today was the grand opening of their…
Hello Yelp Elite Event Tomizo Ramen!
Home run! Just recently Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to be in the 50/50 club. That is 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. The night he did this happened to also be the night of a Yelp Elite Event at Tomizo Ramen in Gardena, California. Tomizo…
Hello Torrance Yokocho!
It’s a Friday night and I find myself in what looks like a Japanese alleyway or Yokocho. I can smell the savory broth of ramen as well as hear the frying of crisp tempura. Am in Japan? Alas’ I am in Torrance at Torrance Yokocho! Torrance Yokocho recently opened up at the Rolling Hills Plaza…
Hello Shake Shack: 1st Ever Drive Thru!
Shake Shack’s first ever drive thru in the LA region is now here! Located in Torrance, California; this new location is opening up on August 15, 2024! I got to celebrate the opening of the newest Shake Shack in LA tonight at the Friends and Family Event. I can definitely say I am loving the…
Hello Boba Bunny Torrance!
Giggles and jiggly at Boba Bunny Torrance! This kawaii pretty in pink boba shop in Torrance offers boba drinks, churros, dessert waffles and the viral jiggly cat jelly! For those who are not familiar with jiggly cat jelly; they are jellies shaped like cats that are extremely jiggly. Yes, I said jiggly. They move from…
Hello Offset Coffee Co. Redondo Beach!
Now roasting coffee beans in Riviera Village! Before June ends; I had to share my newest coffee go-to spot in Redondo Beach! Offset Coffee has opened in its fifth location in Riviera Village in Redondo Beach. I’ve been an Offset Coffee fan since they opened their first location in Torrance in 2018 and I am…
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