Peter Georges’ Playa Vista restaurant trifecta offers something for everyone By Kamala Kirk Running a restaurant is no easy feat, let alone multiple restaurants during a pandemic. Peter Georges has managed to create three successful and innovative food concepts that he felt were missing. Georges is the managing partner of Hash, Conference Room and Rodini […]
Sophisticated (Almost) Blueberry Pie
By Emily Chavez Update your tried-and-true blueberry pie this winter with few simple changes for a galette that looks as good as it tastes. The vibrant and earthy flavors of creamy goat cheese pair beautifully with tart and light blueberries. Luscious honey, as the primary sweetener, provides a familiar warm note that is kept fresh […]
Coffee that Caters to the Community
Café Ruisseau brings people together in conversation and thought By Jessica Koslow When Edward Ackah-Miezah was in high school in Seattle, he got a job at Java Joe’s. It was one of his first jobs, and it played a major role in where he’s sitting today – at a table in front of his 4-year-old […]
Premium Tequila Brand Imported by Way of Playa Vista
For Mico Tequila co-founder Subir Singh, his brand has been decades in the making By Andy Vasoyan The Singh family emigrated from Fiji in the early eighties, and Subir’s father, Ajendra “AJ” Singh, found himself living in Los Angeles with $1500 to his name. As Subir tells it, after working his way up as a […]
Homemade Falafel on lettuce “boats” with lemon-tahini sauce
Recipe by ALEJANDRA SCHRADER Alejandra Schrader’s culinary career began after becoming a top finalist and fan-favorite on FOX’s MasterChef with Gordon Ramsay. For recipes and more visit alejandraschrader.com. Alejandra lives in Playa Vista. Yield: 10-12 falafels, 5-6 lettuce “boats” Ingredients Falafel ½ medium brown onion 3-4 medium cloves of garlic ⅔ cup (packed) wild arugula—substitute: […]
Delicata Squash Gnocchi
Recipe by ALEJANDRA SCHRADER Alejandra Schrader’s culinary career began after becoming a top finalist and fan-favorite on FOX’s MasterChef with Gordon Ramsay. For recipes and more visit alejandraschrader.com. Alejandra lives in Playa Vista. Ingredients 1 delicata squash, seeded, cooked, peeled (about 1 3/4 cup of cubed squash) 1/2 cup gluten free flour + 3 tbsp […]
A Fresh Take on Fresh Fish
Baja Catch & Grill brings Mexican seafood fusion to Playa Vista Story by Lawrence Yee | Photos by Zsusi Steiner When restauranteur Gaby Maalouf wanted to branch out from his eponymous Mediterranean restaurants, he knew exactly what cuisine he wanted to tackle next. “I’ve always been a fan of Baja-style seafood,” Maalouf explained. “Baja-style seafood” […]
Pho served up by a labor of love
Westchester’s Most Valuable Playa creates the popular soup with no MSG Story By Kellie Chudzinski | Photos by MVP Inside Most Valuable Playa diners will find an open 15-seat stone bar, plenty of tables and a room filled with natural light. Tucked on a menu varied with Taiwanese-inspired shareable dishes are two different pho soups. […]
A Higher Level of Perfection
Sweet Fish’s new chef balances Japanese tradition with California creativity By Angela Matano Sweet Fish Sushi Bar & Restaurant has been serving delicious Japanese cuisine and a delightful array of sakes for about ten years with admirable consistency. The space manages to be both casual and fun, punctuated throughout with fire engine red chairs. But […]
5 Fabulous Lunches Under $15
From a healthy falafel bowl to a nostalgic Frito pie, you’ll love these modestly priced meals in Playa Vista’ By Angela Matano Lunch can be a lot of things: rushed, cheap, non-existent, or a slapped-together PB&J from home. Sometimes, though, something better is called for — something nutritious, filling and delicious. Whether you are looking […]