An honest review of the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel: ocean-view rooms, Raya's Coastal Latin menu, Salt Creek Beach access, and whether the price is worth it.
Culinary Passages
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Our honest review of TAIKUN Omakase at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel: my first omakase for my 40th birthday, the 16-course menu, what it costs, the sake, and tips for first-timers.
Zaytinya at The Shay has a beautiful room and real hospitality. The mezze is hit-or-miss, it's not kid-friendly, and after two visits we're not going back.
Our honest, been-there-twice case for The Resort at Pelican Hill in the off-season: the rooms, the food, the pool with kids, and what it actually costs.
Pita Bar & Grill was our family's go-to Sunday spot in Los Angeles for falafel, fries, and hummus. It has since closed, but here's why we loved it.
La Provence Patisserie in Beverly Hills won't wow you as an adult, but kids love it. An honest comparison with Republique and Clark Street Bakery.
Ginger's Divine Ice Creams is a small, family-run shop in Mar Vista with pastry-chef flavors. Here's what to order and whether it's worth the trip.
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Kazan in Beverly Hills is a small, chef-driven ramen shop with fine-dining technique. Here's what to order and how it compares to LA's other ramen spots.
We put Waymo vs Uber to the test across Los Angeles as a family of four, comparing cost, coverage, and what it's actually like with kids in the back seat.
Since 1949, the Golden Bull has stood as a rare survivor in Santa Monica Canyon, a restaurant that feels like living history.
