A hip spot right in the heart of Westwood, the Emporium Thai. a street front restaurant, has a chic designed dining room that is easy on the eye, with comfortable booths and tables, and the most pleasant soft background music.
This sets the delightful scene for their new seasonal collection of the finest flavor packed Southern Thai culinary treats to fire up your taste buds. Featuring signature delights, all with your choice of spicy or mild( on a scale of 0 to 10), many dishes that are designed for sharing Tapas style, and plenty of vegetarian, gluten free and peanut free options.
Owner John Sungkamee was happy to share his story of how his mother Supis (his total inspiration), won a lottery in Thailand to come to the United States, and brought John with her, the youngest of her 12 children. With the opening of Thai Emporium, many of the family began emigrating here, and now work alongside him, including his sister Gina who is the Executive Chef.
Family member Honey Bee (I love that name) walked us through the menu. We followed her suggestions that are featured in the new Thai Tapas Tasting Menu consisting of 4 courses, with an optional wine pairing available.
First Course: Southern Wings with 2016 Margerum Riviera Rose (Santa Barbara County. The hot chicken wings are cooked in Thai spices with Southern Thai curry flavors that beautifully meld together. Second Course: Papaya salad with 2016 Clos Henri Petitie Clos Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough NZ). It's an exotic papaya salad featuring duo dishes of Pad Kra Pow Gai Sab, Thai basil ground chicken and Panang curry served with crispy pork belly and Jasmine rice with 2015 Quipe Modern Red (Santa Barbara County). This dish is one of the most popular Thai street foods and it is delicious. The special thick and extremely flavorful Panang curry is prepared with crispy pork belly and Jasmine rice. Dessert: Mango sticky rice comes with slices of mango along the side making the rice sweet and sticky. Yummy!
A staple in the neighborhood of the renowned UCLA since 2000, Emporium Thai's mission is to "create a memorable and wonderful Thai dining experience that you'll return to often and rave about to your friends." In addition to capturing many accolades and prestigious awards, it has also achieved the significant milestone of being the first Thai restaurant to partner with UberEats.
Emporium Thai is open for lunch and dinner, Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday-11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
There is also a late afternoon Happy Hour, Monday through Saturday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with fabulous prices on wine and Thai Tapas.
Located at: 1275 Westwood Boulevard, Los Angeles 90024 (310) 478-2838 www.ethaicuisine.com
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Friday, September 22, 2017
The Los Angeles Paella, Wine & Beer Festival October 7
The Los Angeles Paella, Wine & Beer Festival is a celebration of Paella- a dish that comes to us from Spain, with origins dating back to the 18th century. A saffron-infused rice dish that marries bold flavors and delightful textures. Paella was originally a peasant's meal cooked over an open fire in the fields and eaten directly from the pan using wooden spoons. Today, paella recipes have become somewhat of an art form ranging from meats and seafoods to vegan and vegetarian.
The Festival will feature unlimited tasting paella, 50 acclaimed Paella chefs and their teams from across the globe, (the winner will go to Spain to compete for the world title of the best Paella Valenciana in Chueca Valencia Spain); dozens of acclaimed local and international wineries, breweries and tequilerias with unlimited wine & beer tasting, Sangria, spirits and Spanish tapas for sale.
Restaurateur and Chef Vicente Ortiz will be cooking the biggest Paella ever cooked in the USA.
The Festival will also feature Spanish and Mexican music and dance performers enhancing the festive atmosphere.
The Festival will be held on October 7, 2017 from 1-6 p.m. at Pershing Square (532 S. Olive Street)
For more information please visit www.paellawinefest.com General admission tickets cost $50 and may be purchased online. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the festival's non-profit partner, CANICA USA Inc.
Join in for a delicious fun filled day.
The Festival will feature unlimited tasting paella, 50 acclaimed Paella chefs and their teams from across the globe, (the winner will go to Spain to compete for the world title of the best Paella Valenciana in Chueca Valencia Spain); dozens of acclaimed local and international wineries, breweries and tequilerias with unlimited wine & beer tasting, Sangria, spirits and Spanish tapas for sale.
Restaurateur and Chef Vicente Ortiz will be cooking the biggest Paella ever cooked in the USA.
The Festival will also feature Spanish and Mexican music and dance performers enhancing the festive atmosphere.
The Festival will be held on October 7, 2017 from 1-6 p.m. at Pershing Square (532 S. Olive Street)
For more information please visit www.paellawinefest.com General admission tickets cost $50 and may be purchased online. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the festival's non-profit partner, CANICA USA Inc.
Join in for a delicious fun filled day.
Monday, September 4, 2017
Maestro in Old Town Pasadena
Maestro, a critically acclaimed modern Mexican eatery has amazing Chef Partner Elena Vega, celebrating her Mexican roots, at the helm. She singlehandedly crafted Maestro's brunch program, which has sold out tables every weekend since its inception. She specializes in fresh farmer's market fare, with produce, cheeses, spices and ingredients that are all incorporated into her superb menu. Her working partner Sergio Martinez Maestro is there to explain all the dishes she creates.
Chef Elena's Fall Menu offers such delights as Kumiai oyster shooters; heads cheese tostadita; kale orange salad; scallop, Huitlacoche rice and mushrooms; free range chicken mole; and carrot cake tres leches. On the regular menu, highlights include; bay boat scallops; short ribs; enchiladas; duck carnitas;octopus;esquite; enchiladas and ceviche.
Behind the incredibly lively, warm and friendly bar at Maestro are brothers Rodrigo and Ivan Fabian, whose craft drinks have become known as the best in town. With a beat all their own they design and serve their cocktails along with wine and beer, creating a show that seems faster then the eye can see. Their specialties include: Maestro, watermelon, and Picosita margaritas; Mezcal campfire, and tea mule: aged old fashion, Cazuela, the La Elena, and Deovlet white wine (among many others). Bar and Beverage Manager Paul Gonzalez is nearby ready to answer any questions you might have.
. Enjoy dining indoors or on the lovely patio alongside the restaurant.
. Hours are 5-10 p.m. Closed Mondays, Saturday and Sunday Brunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Maestro is located at 110 E. Union Street in Old Pasadena, 91103 Phone (626) 787-1512 or www.maestropasadena.com
Chef Elena's Fall Menu offers such delights as Kumiai oyster shooters; heads cheese tostadita; kale orange salad; scallop, Huitlacoche rice and mushrooms; free range chicken mole; and carrot cake tres leches. On the regular menu, highlights include; bay boat scallops; short ribs; enchiladas; duck carnitas;octopus;esquite; enchiladas and ceviche.
Behind the incredibly lively, warm and friendly bar at Maestro are brothers Rodrigo and Ivan Fabian, whose craft drinks have become known as the best in town. With a beat all their own they design and serve their cocktails along with wine and beer, creating a show that seems faster then the eye can see. Their specialties include: Maestro, watermelon, and Picosita margaritas; Mezcal campfire, and tea mule: aged old fashion, Cazuela, the La Elena, and Deovlet white wine (among many others). Bar and Beverage Manager Paul Gonzalez is nearby ready to answer any questions you might have.
. Enjoy dining indoors or on the lovely patio alongside the restaurant.
. Hours are 5-10 p.m. Closed Mondays, Saturday and Sunday Brunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Maestro is located at 110 E. Union Street in Old Pasadena, 91103 Phone (626) 787-1512 or www.maestropasadena.com
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