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Category Archives: Arts Columns
_Global Grub: Flavors of Belize offers treats that pack heat_
Located at 1271 S. La Brea Ave., Flavors of Belize is run by a short, vibrant woman named Diamine Pariente who chats with guests and says things like “You girls look 16.”
_Visiting Venice, L.A.’s cultural hotspot_
I’m convinced that there’s nowhere quite like Venice. It’s a cultural mecca for all things quirky and the people-watching capital of Los Angeles ““ if not the state.
_B-sides: Broken music bands are better off apart_
The breakup of a favorite band is a sad thing. In fact, it may be a sadder event for fans of the band than for the band itself.
_Columnist eats at Simpang Asia, an Indonesian restaurant that becomes an instant favorite_
This week I found myself in the all-too-familiar situation of trying to find a restaurant open late at night.
B-sides: _Nominee list for 2011 American Music Awards does not reflect current talent_
There’s a lot of talent on the list, but parts of it look eerily familiar to the list from last year’s American Music Awards.
Robert’s Russian Cuisine offers a variety of food from many different regions
Originally I hadn’t planned on getting Russian food, which might be why I ended up in a run-down shopping center late at night, at a table near a bunch of people celebrating a birthday party with the help of a bottle of vodka.