Photo by Corina Mun Located on one of the busiest streets in the Westwood area on Santa Monica Boulevard, Nanbankan is a Japanese restaurant that specializes in serving its cuisine tapas-style. Its menu boasts an extensive variety of options, with most dishes presented in smaller portions. Though there are larger portions available as well, the majority of the Nanbankan menu … [Read more...] about Nanbankan unleashes Tokyo-style tapas
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Dive head first into gastropub goodness
Photo by Corina Mun Since many Pepperdine students make Pavilions runs, order burritos from Lily’s and grab Acai bowls from Sunlife, one would think that there would be some chatter about the newly opened gastropub Duck Dive, located in the same plaza. There was a moderate crowd on the Saturday afternoon that my friends and I decided to pay a visit. Greeted by the sound … [Read more...] about Dive head first into gastropub goodness
Kaishin Malibu offers delectable cuisine
Photo by Corina Mun The newly opened Kaishin, located in the Malibu Colony , now stands as the second exclusively Chinese restaurant in the city of Malibu. Tucked away beside the Wells Fargo, the restaurant fully opens its side windows, providing a welcoming air for passers-by. Its laid-back and classy decor is reflective of the beach town it dwells in. On this … [Read more...] about Kaishin Malibu offers delectable cuisine
Curried perfection
Photo by Corina Mun Sawtelle Boulevard in West LA offers a seemingly never-ending plethora of Asian cuisines, along with several dessert places located sporadically among the street of restaurants. This block is usually bustling and lively, especially during evenings when college students from the greater Los Angeles area congregate to get their share of ramen, sushi, curry … [Read more...] about Curried perfection
Eat Happy at Blue Cow Kitchen
Photo by Corina Mun Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, the Blue Cow Kitchen, which recently opened its doors, offers burgers and sandwiches as its specialties. Though my friend and I went without reservations on a bustling Friday evening, we were seated almost immediately. We opted to eat indoors, which allowed our eyes to take in the atmosphere: dim lighting, … [Read more...] about Eat Happy at Blue Cow Kitchen