Author Archives: EL CHAVO!

Working Class Pigeon Food

Posted on October 22, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

Someone should really write a paper analyzing the plight of the poor pigeon. No, I don’t mean pigeons in general, I’m referring to those that choose or are forced to live in relatively poor neighborhoods, they’re a bit different than … Continue reading →

Posted in Fotos, Lincoln Heights, Pendejadas | 7 Comments

Mr. Baguette

Posted on October 22, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

Mr. Baguette makes a great veggie ham sandwich and the best iced coffee in the LA region. Yes, the best iced coffee. And they just printed a new menu that was hilariously fun to read while I waited for my … Continue reading →

Posted in Fun with Words, Greater Los Angeles, La Comida | 8 Comments

Huevos Rancheros: El Metate

Posted on October 19, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

I’ve gone by this place in Pasadena many times, usually on my way to Pita! Pita! down the street (I love that excessive use of exclamations, I approve!) for the excellent veggie plate, and had kept meaning to eventually try … Continue reading →

Posted in Greater Los Angeles, Huevos Rancheros, La Comida | 5 Comments

Lincoln Park Carousel Open! Junta Hispana Mildly Interesting!

Posted on October 14, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

The Lincoln Park Carousel opened yesterday, and I got a chance to check it out today. It’s a relatively small one, but it’s cool to see it back in action. The kids are already taking to the restored attraction. More … Continue reading →

Posted in Fotos, Lincoln Heights | 5 Comments

How to make Mexican Rice

Posted on October 6, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

I enjoy cooking. I find it oddly relaxing to zone out while I frantically chop away at ingredients as I guide them in the process of becoming a dish. Making your own meals is also rewarding on both the sensory … Continue reading →

Posted in Chanfles, La Comida, no-recetas, This Chicano Life | 104 Comments

Completely Unrelated

Posted on October 4, 2007 by EL CHAVO!

On the same Saturday that I got to check out the fancy Huntington for an “archives bazaar“…

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