Jasmine's Kitchen

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Independence Day Cookout with Friends & Family-Jamaican Inspired Menu

The day was filled with laughter, swimming, good conversation with friends & family and yummy cooking. I hope all of you enjoyed your day as much as I did.

Jasmine's Kitchen prepared a Jamaican Inspired menu. The menu included Jerk Chicken, Chuck & Sirloin Jerk burgers freshly ground with feta cheese, grilled nectarines, Jamaican Cole Slaw, Carrots with honey & cumin, Ginger bbq sauce, Garlic herb rice, Papaya & Bell Pepper Salad, and Cherry & blueberry dessert. For any of these recipes feel free to email jasmineskitchen@gmail.com

Friday, July 3, 2009

KATSUYA - Sushi

Being a huge Sushi fan that I am and being half Japanese I decided to pay Katsuya Sushi a visit. The ambience is fun, trendy and sexy. And....From what I have been told many celebrities are frequently seen here.
As my friend and I are greeted by the hostess we were instantly sat down at the sushi bar. Now we had some catching up to do for I haven't seen her since she moved to Israel over a year ago.
First, I order the Halibut Usuzukuri-thinly sliced with citrus sauce which was pretty tasty but I have tasted this before. However, it was thinly sliced and beautifully presented. My friend ordered the Hanabi- Spicy Yellowtail with mango on grilled rice cakes. I can honestly say I wasn't a fan of this concoction, it was forgettable.... I can hardly remember the taste. I then went on to order the Kobe Beef Filet with Foie Gras. Unfortunately, this dish was pretty lackluster. The Kobe beef was overcooked and the foie gras did not seem to marry well. I was told that this was one of their most popular dishes by management and was thankful that my dish was comped.
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Ambience: Great
Drinks: Great
Food: 2.5 out of 5 stars

Downtown Culver City-Los Angeles' best kept secret. Jasmine's Kitchen goes to Akasha

A true native of Culver City. I am proud to say I was actually born here. 15 years ago my younger cousin and I would walk five miles to go the movie theatre on Washington Boulevard. Then, nothing was there but a movie theatre. Downtown Culver City has been become a quaint charming collection of outdoor cafes, galleries,landmark buildings such as the iconic Helms Bakery Design and much more.
As I carefully scoped out each restaurant I came across Akasha Restaurant/Bar/Bakery as quoted from their website. The atmosphere and decor was definitely my type of restaurant. My first selection from the menu was Akasha's Niman Ranch Lamb Sliders with feta cheese, arugula and tomato chutney. Honestly, these sliders were cooked to perfection and by far the BEST Slider I have ever had. As my main course I had their Signature Dish Star Anise Braised Short Ribs with ginger & pink peppercorns, parsnip-potato puree heirloom carrots. My short ribs were cooked for six hours and falling off the bone. My guest had the Grilled Pork Chop with bacon cheddar, snap peas & corn succotash and Cajun Jus. We were pleasantly surprised by our meal and will definitely go back to try new things on the menu. Not to mention their wine selection was great as well.
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4 out of 5 stars
Great for date night
Great for dessert
Great for cocktails

Monday, June 29, 2009

Jasmine's Kitchen Attends- Star Chef's Charity Event at Santa Anita Park

Jasmine’s Kitchen attends 46th Annual
“An Evening with Star Chefs”Jasmine’s Kitchen was in attendance of the 46th Annual Evening with Star Chefs where she enjoyed a fabulous evening of gourmet food, live music, dancing, wine and a spectacular silent auction benefiting Rosemary’s Children Services.