If you are a fan of fresh American food, authentic Greek food, a huge hockey fan, or all of the above then  there is a place for you. Seven years ago, owner Chris Tsangaris and his brother Kosta, decided to take their passion of Greek food and their Canadian upbringing in Montreal, Canada and create a restaurant. Not off to start any ordinary restaurant, the brothers wanted to create a type of sports bar where customers could bring their families. Through persistent efforts they have brought the spirit of Canada to a restaurant that not only prides themselves on quality food but is also strong supporter of the South Bay community. The Tsangaris brothers have created Redondo Beach Cafe where customers not only come for the  food,  but for the the events, and the good vibes.

Redondo Beach Cafe is more than just a restaurant, it is an experience. With their three major events, Canada Day, Canadian Thanksgiving and CFL’s grey cup, South Bay residents and travelers alike can get a little taste of what life is like up north. Through these events guests are known to sport their hockey jerseys all day long and there are even some celebrity appearances at these events. Some of the past appearances include Jim Fox, Cori Bedereth and Anthony Vaveo to name a few. And to top off  the ultimate Canadian experience the menu is filled with an array of Canadian dishes to give guests the complete taste and feel of Canada.

Customers may pour in for the events but what keeps them coming back is the food.  Breakfast favorites like omelets, buttermilk pancakes and Belgian waffles are served all day long.  The lunch and dinner menu are filled with Greek favorites, such as lamb chops, Moussaka, which is ground beef eggplant potato topped with Bechanel, and Soulvaki platter which is either pork or chicken skewers with Tzatziki sauce on the side. But for those whose  taste buds are  more use to the American flavor, there are an array of different hamburgers made with all American angus beef and their famous Montreal  smoked meat.
   There is food for just about every appetite. Even vegetarians  have a wide range of options of different salads and veggies wraps. Every meal is made from scratch, sometimes from the hands  of the Tsangaris’s own mother. The freshest ingredients are used, right down to the sea salt from Greece. And with their large portion sizes,  Tsangaris encourages guest to take their leftovers home,  giving guest the opportunity to  “ Think about us twice.”

Although, RBC pays much tribute to their Canadian roots, they still are very devoted to the community in the South Bay by supporting both Redondo Beach High and the Palos Verdes football team, and offering organizations the chance to fund raise at the restaurant. RBC aims to give back to the community that has contributed to their success.

Success that has not come easy. With fluctuation  of the economy RBC  has struggled to make sacrifices, but has never forfeiting  the quality of the food, by refusing to make smaller portions, or use cheaper products.  As Chris  Tsangaris said “ If  you know you’re enjoying something, you’ll want to go back.”

Open 7:am to 10:pm everyday.

1511 Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach CA 90277

The Dead Off Center flashmob was supposed to be in the outdoor mall…but it was pouring with rain…so we mobbed Ruby’s Diner. We had to change all our plans in the space of ten minutes. WHAT A RUSH!!!

Before Redondo Beach had a Starbucks, and before the city had a Coffee Bean, there was the Coffee Cartel. Owned my Douglas Tom, the Coffee Cartel has been making freshly brewed coffee since 1992. In an economy, where many private businesses struggle to keeping customers coming back, Coffee Cartel has flourished for many reasons. Their product has been a major contributor to their success. Over the years, their menu has expanded by adding a variety of different hot and cold drinks. Customers can order espressos, coffee and teas, as well as frappuccino’s and boba drinks. Off the drink menu Coffee Cartel offers breakfast sandwiches, paninis, pastries, and cookies. Many of these items are healthy and gluten free. And it isn’t just the food that has attracted regular customers. The Coffee Cartel’s welcoming atmosphere and friendly service has created many loyal customers, many for over five years. It is not uncommon that when customers come in to order that they casual start up a conversations with their server. They also offers free internet, live entertainment such as live bands and poetry readings. Besides the entertainment it is a all around great place to lounge around and study. In the future the Coffee Cartel is hoping to make some new changes to the menu by making their own cookies, scones and pastries to offer tasty treats for a better price.

Coffee Cartel

1820 S Catalina Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

When you taste the spicy chocolate jalapeno prebiotic gelato, you will first savour the rich chocolate flavor, followed by sweet touch of cinnamon, and as you finish the spicy taste of jalapeno pop deep in your throat. Although this flavor roller-coaster sounds appealing, what may be questionable is the prebiotic part. But after trying the many diverse flavors at 22 degrees in Redondo Beach, you might not believe that theses gelatos with layers of flavor can be both tasty and healthy.

Owner, Kaity Tom’s gelato endeavor started from her love of sweets. At the beginning of her gelato making process she thought that making the different flavors would be simple. However, it took her six years to discover the complex chemistry within each dimension of flavor. Tom would throw out around 100 pounds of gelato a week until the batch was perfect. It took about 187 tries to find just the right ingredients for the vanilla gelato. And although it took a great deal of time, and little over half a decade to perfect the prebiotic gelato ingredients, time still plays an important role in production. All the gelatos are made from scratch and take about 3-4 days to make.

22 degrees makes the nation’s only prebiotic gelato. What is important to know about prebiotics is that they are natural ingredients found in many vegetables such as broccoli and onions. Not only is it an excellent source of fiber, but also can help protect your immune system. In fact, you would need to eat about 25 onions to get your daily amount of fiber or you could simply have ¼ scoop of gelato instead. And this isn’t the next health craze, either. Prebiotics have been studied in over 180 clinical studies.

Tom’s goal was to create a healthy dessert that “doesn’t taste healthy, but taste good.” And although folks were hesitant of this new healthy dessert, people have started to open up more to the concept of having a fiber enriched diet. 22 degrees is so confident in their flavors and ingredients that you can even try the gelato hot. In the future Tom hopes to add a pea protein to the gelato, and looks forward to having people enjoy a healthier and tastier dessert with their gelatos.

Front Street. Offleash dog park on Front Street is just north of Swinford Street and the onramps/overpasses to the Vincent Thomas Bridge and the 110 (Harbor) Freeway. The fenced-in park is located back from the street, on the east side of Front at the base of Knoll Hill in San Pedro. Separate areas for small and large dogs, hours dawn to dusk. Free parking on gravel lot next to the park. For information, call the Port of Los Angeles, 310-732-3503. View Larger Map

If a park has the word “State” in the name, you and almost guarantee that dogs are not allowed.  Although some parks will allow Spot in picnic areas and parking lots.

According to California State Park Ranger Ken Low, the pet prohibition is to protect the parks’ natural habitat.

“Dogs will affect wildlife patterns; they leave behind a scent that will deter some animals,’ Low said. “And dogs can carry diseases such as parvo that can transfer to coyotes”.

Dogs are also prohibited in Channel Islands National Park, King Gillette Ranch, and most Los Angeles County Beaches.

If you bring your dog to a restricted area, be prepared to pay a fine, starting at $75.

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Misty Copeland, former student at San Pedro High and soloist for the American Ballet Theater visits San Pedro High School.  Misty attended San Pedro High School before moving to New York to become a professional ballerina. She was honored by Los Angeles City Councilman Joe Buscaino who also attended San Pedro High School.

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I am Lee Williams with Keller Williams Realty and here is your question of the day.
With the low interest rates and low home prices. Sebastian wrote: Should we rent or buy our next home in Palos Verdes?
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About a block away from the beach, and only about a half of block long there is a cluster of people who gather every week to provide fresh produce, fresh food and  baked treats for anyone who passes by.  The Rivera Farmer’s Market, located in the Riviera Village of Redondo Beach is where farmers, bakers, entrepreneurs, florists even those with a knack for good  food come from all around California just to give the people in the South Bay a taste of good food.

What visitors will hear taste and experience is unlike many other farmer’s markets. One thing that makes the Riviera Farmer’s market reputable is that all the famers are certified. Meaning that the department of agriculture inspects every fruit or vegetable grown on their farm to ensure they are only selling the highest quality of food. Certification hangs in every tent, as a reassurance for visitors eager to test the free samples. And these free samples are too tempting to pass up.

Farmers selling a variety of fruits and vegetables, and even seafood. There are also local business such as BabyCakes selling tasty sweets,  and Grandma Sally’s Kitchen selling sweet jams. You can even get some of the best salsa in town or take your taste buds to a new extreme with sauces and jams from Bolani, Afghanistan style sauces. And the food isn’t the only appeal, the Farmer’s market often has live artists, musicians and even a train ride for children. Visitors often sick around for more then just the food.

What really makes this Farmer’s Market one of kind is the families that make it all happen.
Many of the vendors are family owned companies that have passed down the business to the next generation.  And within these families, there is a shared dedication and passion for what they do. They put passion and hard work into the foods they produce, and there is great pride is every item sold. The Riviera Farmers Market is more than your average market.

BabyCakes Baking Company

Grandma Sally’s Kitchen

Located on : Avenue I between So Catalina & S Cam De La Costa, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

 

After seven years as Kilkenny’s Irish Pub in Redondo Beach, the formally known pub has been given a new name and redesigned by t.v. show Bar Rescue.  Named after the famous breakwall of Redondo Beach, Breakwall Surf BBQ reopened it’s doors in April 2011.  Owned by Allie Speed, Breakwall has much to offer. With it’s busiest nights being Thursday through Sunday, Breakwall offers a relaxed

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atmosphere no matter what day of the week.  “Everyone here is down to earth” says  Speed.  And with Breakwall’s, surf board style tables, breaking taking  ocean view, and full monitors and televisions located throughout the restaurant, it is definitely an place for entertainment and relaxation. Not to mention on the weekends there are live bands whose genre’s ranges from classic rock to surfer reggae and  Motown. Breakwall Surf Bbq, fully embraces the beach life mentality of simply having a good time.

And not only can customers expected a relaxed or “chill” vibe  as Speed would say, when they come to Breakwall, customers  of all ages can enjoy drinks made of fresh fruit, tasty American food from BBQ to nachos, and an amazing Tri-tip.  Other foods offered from the celebrity made menu are beach burgers, fresh fish and chips, steaks, salads, and fried shrimp.  Many of the prices are right around your typical restaurant prices. Appetizers between eight and nine dollars with entrees being around $12-15.  And their happy hour is daily from 4 to 8 pm, with two for one drink specials.

Breakwall Surf BBQ

100 H Fisherman’s Wharf

Redondo Beach, CA 90277