It should come as no surprise that a constantly evolving metropolitan city like Long Beach is home to roughly 14,000 restaurants — everything from fast food, mom and pop diners, ethnic cafes, organic bistros, to five-star dining establishments. So, just how does a foodie go about choosing from such a long, diverse list? Ask an expert, of course. No, not a food critic, though they do provide a valuable service. At the end of the day, the smarter bet is to ask those who spend all day around food, those who can spot a fresh cut of meat a mile away, and — most importantly — those who make a living preparing meals for others.Read More >>

Long Beach is a city of white and blue collars, no collars or spiked ones. Our urbanity includes all things: elegance or punk and classical or trendy. When checking out places for wine drinking, wine buying, wine education and wine fun, it turns out that like our citizenry — we have it all.Read More >>

This is a story of three women who looked at change and saw opportunity, looked at challenge and saw victory, and saw fear but refused to run. Each one made a mid-course correction that took them in new directions they had only dreamt of. All three are now savoring sweet success in the dessert business.Read More >>

With all the helpers and gadgets out there, not to mention the actual food and drink itself, every member of the family can find something to enjoy while sipping and noshing.Read More >>