Jay Eats Worldwide

I’ve driven by this David Chang restaurant many times,  majordōmo , which lies in an industrial area between Chinatown and Lincoln Heights. (Downtown Los Angeles) Opened in January 2018,  this is David Chang’s first restaurant  in Los Angeles. I waited for the crowds to die down, BUT it’s still a task to get a reservation. OR You can come early and sit at the bar. Sitting at the bar waiting for friends and perusing the bar menu. “Mule” with vodka, Japanese cucumber, Shiso and ginger. I thought it had a bit too much ginger but a good cocktail. A Mule and an Old Fashioned  walk into a bar... Friends arrived on time for our 5:45 pm reservation  and we were promptly seated. It’s more of an Asian Fusion menu. NOW, what to order... But First... An Asian Pear app or palate cleanser, not sure (wasn’t paying attention) See What Jay Eats... We started with a couple of Bings (a warm flatbread for toppings) This was the Foie Gras, Ricotta  and Jam Bing. A “Bing” is a f...

The restaurant has closed on October 30, 2016. IMO, right concept, wrong location. I'm saddened by their closing, it was really good. The second week in January is National Pizza Week, thought it was fitting to celebrate at the new Buccumi Pizzeria & Raw Bar in Rowland Heights. Buccumi Pizzeria is from the same people as Mokkoji  (hot pot) in Arcadia. Happy National Pizza Week! Pork Belly & Guanciale Pizza with chili dressing, romaine, mozzarella,  Calabrian pepper, and roasted garlic. One of the many speciality pizzas at Buccumi I was invited to sample their new menu, so let the tasting begin! See What Jay Eats... Photo by Kristie Hang  You'll see the Raw Bar as you walk in. A fried 'Fanny Bay' oyster served with a remoulade  Bresaola Carpaccio with arugula, truffle oil, parmesan, and balsamic reduction. I could have eaten two orders of these... ...