Europe meets Africa in Brazil
The most distinctive regional cuisines in the United States came about when African and European ingredients got into the hands of cooks who straddled those same cultures. The gumbos of Louisiana and soul food of Georgia are probably most famous, but there are hearty, spicy dishes from Maryland through the Carolinas to Texas that show […]
Square meal, good deal, in a Torrance hotel
Restaurants inside corporate hotels have a tough time drawing a local clientele for a variety of reasons. Since the primary business at the premises is selling overnight stays, their restaurants are perceived as an afterthought, something for the convenience of out-of-towners who either lack transportation or are too timid to venture into the wider world. […]
Water warmer than the air at Hermosa Beach Polar Bear Swim
“The 56 degree water felt downright balmy because the air temp was 48,” said Ed Kushins, organizer of the 27th Annual 16th Street Polar Bear Swim on New Year’s Day.
The Effect of Online Casinos on Land-Based Casinos
The Effect of Online Casinos on Land-Based Casinos Right now, we’re continuously hearing news about everything going online. This affects the way we shop, order food, talk to others and even spend our recreation time. Casino sites are in a period of growth right now and we’re looking at how this affects the existing land […]