Favorites from the L.A. Street Food Fest
As I’ve previously written, this year’s L.A. Street Food Fest was held at the Rose Bowl, and it was a fun and flavorful event. I had a really great time. Unfortunately for the organizers, it was held over Carmageddon weekend when a portion of the 405 freeway was shut down, and that affected attendance. However, the lack of a big crowd and long lines probably contributed to my enjoyment, so it was a catch 22. I hope it all evens out next year!
Here were some of my favorite bites from this year’s event.
Baja Bites
Sea Urchin Tostada by Sabina Bandera of La Guerrerense
Pacific Oyster Asada w/ chicharron short rib, serrano ponzu butter, lemongrass foam by Javier Plascencia of Mision 19
Local L.A. Tastes
Nayarit Shrimp Ceviche by Mariscos Chente
Peruvian Cau Cau by Chef Ricardo Zarate of Mo-Chica and Picca
Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen by Ramen JINYA
Cheese Pierogies by Steel City Sandwich Truck
Gin y Hendrick's with Hendrick's gin, lime juice, sugar, mint and cucumber espuma by Julian Cox
Sweet Treats
Pandan Donut Holes by Starry Kitchen
Banana Bread Pudding a la Pecan Pie by Chef Dan Moody of Relate
Shaved ice with azuki beans, watermelon and kiwi by IOTA
Hammer Thyme (strawberry, thyme, lemon, ginger) by Ice Ice Shavie
A good time was had by all.
Esther of estarLA.com and LAist.com's Lindsay enjoy a laugh over Singha beers.
Note: My admission was complimentary.
