Highland Park Best Spots To Eat
So you have the feel to munch on something and desire some great place to eat
Food
while in Highland Park. Here are a few of my (Raphael’s) favorites to stop in and try for a sensational taste treat.
Antigua Bread – Ave. 57 & Figueroa, across Chase Bank
This recently opened bakery seems more like a cross between a panaderia and a Starbucks than an authentic West Indian bakery. Antigua Bread offers a variety of items from great sandwiches to Tex-Mex to tasty baked goods.
Cinnamon Vegetarian Restaurant – Ave. 55 & Figueroa
You can start with exciting salads and juices move to bright entrees fittingly skew Latin—minus the lard that makes refried beans so mouth-wateringly tasty. The menu also features a diverse selection of faux meat: Passable shrimp, carnitas and chorizo get mocked up in soy while wheat protein composes something called “happy bread steak.”
Folliero’s Pizza & Italian Food – Ave. 55 & Figueroa
This is a family owned Italian jewel that serves heaping portions of traditional pasta along with pizza you will long remember. Stop in and be greeted by Titina, the daughter, who will advise you depending on your taste for the day.
Huarache Azteca – Ave. 52 & York Blvd.
The #1 item on the menu is the huarache, a long oval of masa prepared with meat, onions, cilantro, crema and finely powdered cheese on top. The tastiest meat is pork in a terrific tangy marinade . Thin-cut carne asada and chicken are other choices, and you can pump up the flavor of any of the meats with three fiery salsas. Refreshing drinks such as Horchata, Tamarindo and Jamaica are an energizing change from a standard canned soft drink.
Juanita’s Restaurant – Ave. 59 & York Blvd.
Proven Mexican specialties make you want to return and savor the variety of quality items on the menu. The ambiance is relaxing and friendly in an open atmosphere of comfort. A nice diversity of Mexican/American items make it a pleasure to enjoy and easily be satisfied.
So now you have a few ideas to excite your taste buds in the area of Highland Park. Raphael is your local resident Realtor bringing you some great benefits of this exciting and upcoming community of Northeast Los Angeles. Stop in any one of the above mentioned spots for a real nice and enjoyable time as you will not be disappointed.
Seeking to now make a move to the area and check what the neighborhood is like? Drop Raphael a note with your questions and receive a quick response. Learn what is available in home sales and how commuter friendly the area is with a simple e-mail or call. So act now to enjoy and benefit what this N.E.L.A community has to offer. Information is free and proven research is easy.
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Highland Park Heritage Square Museum Fashion Show
N.E.L.A Fashion 1920
Now you can have the forgotten facts of fashion in a time that was unique and sexy for the period of days long gone. Yes, it is a happening event in Highland Park as the historic Heritage Square Museum puts on its great ‘VINTAGE’ fashion show on March 20, Saturday at 11:00am. It will be a tea serving event depicting the romantic and historically accurate men’s and women’s fashion from the late 18th century through the 1940’s.
Enjoy a part of the benefits that Northeast Los Angeles has to offer with this spectacular event at a minimal charge. The grounds of the museum show what Victorian Homes were all about and the ambiance of an era long gone yet with homes still standing in N.E.L.A communities today. Call 323-225-2700 to reserve a spot and enjoy a relaxing afternoon. You may also ask Raphael for more specifics as Raphael is a member of the Museum and on the board for the summer concerts series at the Square.
Home owners and potential home buyers are welcome to enjoy this entertaining event that the entire family may find as a positive experience. Keep in mind that Raphael, local Realtor, does more for his clients and the community by actively being involved in a variety of events in the N.E.L.A area.
Contact Raphael if you are a home buyer or a home owner seeking to know what the current market value of your house is today. Never an obligation or commitment but just plain service.
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Glassell Park Offers Fun To Seniors
Senior Fun In Glassell Park
Of course you have heard that the northeast Los Angeles community of Glassell Park has issues with crime that may effect senior residents but that is not the entire picture. Crime is a factor in certain pocket areas of the neighborhood but this is a large community within N.E.L.A. The home owner that resides in this very diverse neighborhood has much in senior services offered to them. A program that caters well to seniors is a benefit that needs to be pointed out by any home seller planning on listing the house for sale.
The senior center is located by the large recreation center that the community has. The center is the only one with a large swimming pool for residents to enjoy amongst other great programs taking place. The senior program for residents is exceptional and fun allowing for a nice mix of activities.
Seniors can enjoy various programs such as; yoga, cards and games, walking, bus trips and more. The senior center is located on Verdugo Road and Eagle Rock Blvd. next to the public storage rental company. It is another nice benefit to residing in the area that a Realtor, such as Raphael, would add to the marketing plan of the home seller.
Raphael is a local Realtor that resides in the area and knows that the benefits of the community need to be brought out and mentioned to all prospective home buyers. Let, Raphael, a Realtor that handles Northeast Los Angeles real estate exclusively guide you through all the benefits of each community in the area.
Ask Raphael your questions & remember all is confidential & private.
Special Valentines Day In Eagle Rock
Eagle Rock Eatery
Auntie Em’s Restaurant in Eagle Rock is offering a special Valentines Day Menu for all to enjoy and take advantage of. Just look at the history of farming and food that is part of the Eagle Rock culture.
Soon after 1871, when the entire Rancho San Rafael was divided by court order, the Eagle Rock area was turned into a farming community. It was the start of great eating for many in this new farming community. Many of the craftsman homes were built in this time as well as three elementary schools. Keep in mind that all those workers needed to have good healthy meals to keep them going. In 1911, Eagle Rock incorporated into its own city and a trend of local eateries with home-made food came into fashion. In 1923, Eagle Rock gave up its city-ship to be annexed by the city of Los Angeles and the trend of great fresh food for local residents continued.
Today, Auntie Em’s is a popular spot known for its healthy menu and scrumptious deserts and is offering a special venue for Valentines Day. The special meal will be complete from appetizer to dessert and is a cost of only $28 per person.
Here is what you will be served;
Cream of Asparagus Soup
Lamb Shepherd’s Pie with Creamed Bloomsdale Spinach
Braised Lamb Shank pulled off the bone, topped with Creamed Spinach and
Mashed Potatoes from Weiser Farms
OR
Roasted Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie
Roasted Baby Root Vegetables from McGrath Farms, topped with Sautéed
Wild Mushrooms and Mashed Potatoes from Weiser Farms
Dessert
Heart Shaped Chocolate Ganache Cake for Two
Additional sweet treats—
Heart Shaped Red Velvet Cake (serves approx. 4 people: Auntie Em’s classic
Red Velvet cake in a fun heart shape $15.95
Chocolate Cherry Cupcake: Auntie Em’s Chocolate Cupcake with Tart Cherries, topped with Cherry Cream Cheese Frosting $3.50
Mini Raspberry Galettes: Rustic Mini Pie baked with fresh Raspberries $3.75
Hand-dipped Chocolate Covered Strawberries: Strawberries hand
dipped in white and dark Chocolate $3.50
Assorted Homemade Truffles: A package of four in the following flavors: Orange-Vanilla Bean White Chocolate,
Espresso Chocolate, Balsamic Vinegar Chocolate, and Champagne Truffle $3.50
A great way to have a meal that is different and extraordinary for that special person. As a local Realtor, Raphael is aware of these little known neighborhood goodies that take place in the community. Thinking of Eagle Rock as your next home, then inquire as to the benefits this N.E.L.A neighborhood can offer in all things besides great eateries.
Ask Raphael your questions now as the real estate market in northeast Los Angeles prepares for its high season in the very near future. So start with a fresh home search for reference in what is for sale and pricing for current home owners thinking of selling. Information is free so take advantage of all that Raphael offers to his N.E.L.A clients.
K.W. Realtors Host Los Feliz Art Show
Los Feliz Art Show
Have you noticed how Keller-Williams Realty of Los Feliz promotes the community? The office, which happens to be #1 in the area, hosted its quarterly art show this past Friday. Local artist that had work displayed were Mike Saijo, David Crocker and Barbara Lai Bennett. The event hosted at the office on Hillhurst was another huge success in promoting the works of local artists.
Raphael was the local picture taker and was able to document residents having a great evening of wine and various appetizers. A number of gifts were raffled off with donations going to the Winter Clothes Drive of Marshall High School.
It is just another way that Keller-Williams Los Feliz gives to the local
Los Feliz Event
community and its residents. The event brought not only money but also clothing for those locals in need. Raphael and his fellow Realtors do more for the communities that are serviced in bringing value than any other Realty office.
Should you wonder about what is happening in the local N.E.L.A neighborhoods then let Raphael know. You can easily be updated with news on various activities that are taking place in the upcoming months. Still curious about the communities and what they are like… then simply ASK. Much information is presented here for home buyers and home sellers as well as home owners wondering about their properties current value. Raphael is available to assist you with ANY home related question.
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Highland Park Real Estate Symposium
Chase Home Loans
Get rid of your real estate questions at a great informational event in Highland Park on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010. It is a ‘NEW’ joint venture between Raphael Guerin (local resident Realtor) with Keller-Williams Realty and Jason Jaime (local loan officer) with Chase. The day will start with tons of information to assist the consumer with all their Real Estate needs and questions.
Home Buyers, Home Sellers and Home Investors looking at Real Estate sales in Highland Park and all of Northeast Los Angeles will benefit from this fair. The location will be at the Chase Branch on Ave. 57 and Figueroa. Jason and Raphael will be available all day from 10:00 am to 5:00pm to assist with their expertise and knowledge.
Here is a QUICK way to have your questions answered and obtain great information regarding the current N.E.L.A Real Estate Market. A variety of information will be available to all that stop by the Highland Park Chase Branch on Thursday, Feb. 11. Some of the details available will be on;
- First Time Home Buyer Facts For Northeast Los Angeles
- Financing in today’s N.E.L.A Real Estate Market
- How Escrow Is Processed
- What Title Insurance is all about
- Home Sales in Northeast L.A
- Appraisal Guidelines
Jason and Raphael will have literature in both Spanish and English to educate and update the N.E.L.A consumer. Mark your calendar NOW and plan on stopping by the Chase Branch to benefit from this new valued service being offered to the community. It is just another way that Chase and Keller-Williams Realty are supporting the residents of Northeast Los Angeles.
Be reminded that ALL information given is CONFIDENTIAL and there is absolutely no obligation or commitment. SO, see you on 2/11
Northeast Los Angeles Brewery
N.E.L.A Beer
You can soon have an ice cold beer that is brewed locally in northeast Los Angeles. The Eagle Rock Brewery is now up and running and will soon begin to distribute its beer in the upcoming weeks. Home owners in N.E.L.A will be able to refresh themselves with a brew done right in their N.E.L.A backyard. Just another reason for home buyers to appreciate what the area has to offer.
The Eagle Rock Brewery is a small, family business dedicated to the production of unique artisan beers with quality as #1. Located on Roswell St. in Glassell Park, the brewing will be in 15-barrel batches. The first batch will be an English-style mild black ale with a low alcohol content and a dark color done by adding plenty of dark-roasted malts in the mix. Following that, a crisp Belgian-style beer will be made and the third batch looks to be a hoppy, floral, extra pale ale.
The Eagle Rock Brewery is the only one within the City of Los Angeles and adds to the uniqueness of N.E.L.A. So seize the opportunity to purchase a home now in the area and search properties with Raphael, your ‘local’ Realtor. The range of pricing and types of homes are diverse with Craftsman to Modern type architecture having views and more.
Let Raphael show you all that the various communities have to offer and become a resident of this great diverse area. Now is the time for all home buyers to move forward, as interest rates are low and inventory is perfect. Search homes for sale and see for yourself what fantastic properties are available for sale ‘right now’. Real Estate is an investment that always brings a good return, given time.
Your privacy is #1 so ask your questions ‘today’ for a quick reply.
Highland Park, CA. New Establishments
Here are some new great establishments joining the Highland Park business community for all to enjoy.
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
First we have a new Vietnamese Diner open called ‘Good Girl Dinette’.
GGD’s slogan is “American diner meets Vietnamese comfort food”. The diner is located on Ave 56 just off Figueroa, the space is a clean revamped diner with a parking lot across the street. The menu offers a great variety and the prices are very affordable. You are also given the option to order small portions allowing you to sample the different offerings at each visit. I myself love the Vietnamese Spring Rolls that are as tasty as can be. Who said Highland Park is solely hispanic food. Stop by and try something different in this great and upcoming community of northeast Los Angeles. http://www.goodgirlfoods.com/
The community is also the new home of ‘Pet Grooming With Love’ that is
Rhodesian Ridgeback
located on Figueroa by Ave 57. I took my two big Ridgebacks there for their New Year groom and was extremely pleased with the courteous manner of staff and the professionalism shown. My dogs enjoyed a bath,pedicure, ear wash and more for a price that was less than most other pet grooming shops in Los Angeles. I would recommend them highly so take your beloved pet in for a refreshing & exciting time. http://www.petgroomingwithlovela.com
Interested in knowing more of what is going on in Highland Park??? Just drop Raphael, the local Realtor a note for an update. Seeking a home in this everchanging community of N.E.L.A then search the home base that Raphael offers for current listings.
Remember that your info is always confidential & private.
Eagle Rock Eatery
It has arrived on York Blvd, in Eagle Rock by Ave. 45 near Occidental College,
Eagle Rox-Thai Food
a great new Thai Restaurant. The Thai Eagle Rox restaurant has been open for several months and it is the place to go if a home buyer is cruising the area and in need of a rest.
The food is excellent and the atmosphere has great charm to make your experience very memorable in having a tasty meal. The prices are also right, in this great food establishment enhancing the area with a different taste for all to enjoy. My favorite, consist of the Spring Rolls and the Pad Thai along with the Thai Ice Tea which is completely refreshing.
Thinking of Home Buying in Eagle Rock then drop in to the Thai Eagle Rox and review the current homes for sale. Home search can be made easily on line or just drop me a note for more detail. The real estate market in the area is fluctuating and having a resident Realtor is a must for full value.
Keep in mind that your privacy is #1 and all info confidential.
Eagle Rock Has It In Writing
Eagle Rock Historian
The Eagle Rock community is excited to now have a local author’s book describe its history. Here is an article taken from a local paper showing the enthusiasm in reading about the history of just Eagle Rock.
Local resident and author Eric Warren, president of the Eagle Rock Historical Society, selected remarkable vintage images of his neighborhood’s past
from the society’s outstanding archives as well as other public and private
collections. They illustrate Eagle Rock’s steady evolution from an
oak-shaded valley into one of Los Angeles’s great neighborhoods.
In over 200 maps, graphics and photographs, individual images
combine to depict the development of our civic involvement, schools and
churches and commercial district. Particular attention is paid to Occidental
College and its historic connections to the community. The role of our
town as “Homeland” is depicted through the stories of many of our families.
The book, published by Arcadia Publishing, is now available in
both local and national stores, and from the Society during our Saturday
hours at a cost of $21.95
Be reminded, this is a local resident of the community adding value by bringing Eagle Rock History to light. As your local Realtor, the knowledge and history of N.E.L.A real estate is only a fraction off the service supplied to all clients.
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