Our critic's most memorable dining experiences of 2009
Times restaurant critic S. Irene Virbila goes near and far to recount those occasions when the moment and the meal came together in a beautiful way. Here are the meals that stood out the most in 2009, whether or not they were the most highly rated.
Photo: Church & State. Credit: Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times
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Thanks for this post! I just moved near the area and am always looking for recommended restaurants.
Posted by: Carrie @ Deliciously Organic | January 06, 2010 at 08:48 PM
Looking forward to another year of great reviews!
Tracy, Velocity Fulfillment
Posted by: Tracy | January 06, 2010 at 06:25 PM
I really enjoyed Restaurant Week while visiting last year. This year's event starts Jan. 24. There are about 40 cities participating in restaurant weeks. There's a list and links to each city here:
http://www.eatdrinkdeals.com/2010/01/restaurant-week-across-usa-2/
Posted by: GM Arnold | January 06, 2010 at 02:50 PM
Hi. Jitlada's official website is http://www.JitladaLA.com
Posted by: MyLastBite | January 06, 2010 at 09:22 AM