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Undergrind Cafe

A Black-Owned establishment located on Robertson Blvd. This casual neighborhood cafe has a list of scrumptious Southern and American breakfast and lunch plates, along with Signatures dishes such as XXX, The Hollywood Burrito, and Gumbo. The menu even includes flavored Lattes with milk substitutes such as Oat, Coconut, and Almond milk. If you are looking for fresh Pressed Juices for a morning boost of energy, they have various options!! Undergrind Cafe delivers through GrubHub, Postmates, Ubereats, DoorDash, and Seamless. You cannot miss this chill cafe with the Bright Pink awning and umbrellas on the outside patio.

Undergrind Cafe
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Menu @undergrindcafe
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G.O.A.T
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Chia Tea with Oat Milk
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G.O.A.T (Avocado Toast): is a slice of toasted ciabatta with honey, goat cheese, avocado, lemon dressing, arugula, red pepper flakes & a fried egg. The choice of ciabatta bread makes this plate of food more filling for a foodie. The creamy texture of the goat cheese and honey cuts through the tanginess of the lemon dressing and the bite of the arugula. The addition of the red pepper flakes creates a hint of heat in the back of your throat. I had a difficult time deciding between G.O.A.T, Shrimp & Grits, and Southern Comfort. I will definitely visit this casual neighborhood cafe again to check out the other two dishes.

If you happen to check out Undergrind Cafe, let them know that HippieSrirachaGirl has referred you to visit. Comment below on which dish you had the chance to eat. Continue to support Black-Owned Restaurants. Every restaurant deserves a platform to be recognized.

Undergrind Cafe 2713 S. Robertson Blvd Los Angeles, Ca 90034

Open: Monday – Sunday from 8am – 3pm. Contact: (310) – 730-6392.

Stay safe and vigilant,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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LA Black Restaurant Week

An event highlighting various ethnic cuisines in Southern California that included over 60 Black Owned Restaurants. This event was presented by Socal Gas and supported by Sysco, Dine Black Los Angeles, 93.5 KDay-FM Hip Hop Back in the Day and Power 106 FM. The event occurred from August 7-16, 2020 but this does not mean that you cannot continue to support Black Owned Restaurants throughout the rest of the year!

Small Businesses during this time of Covid-19 need support from the community. This is your time to explore various ethnic cuisines of Southern California: Soul food, American, Plant-based Soul food, Bakery Dessert Shops, Vegetarian, Caribbean, Ethiopian, Mexican Soul Food, Barbecue, Southern, Creole & Cajun, Cafe Coffee Shop, Halal, Northern Region African, Seafood, Eastern Region African and Juice Smoothie Bars.

Below are two of the restaurants that I had the chance to check out: Sky’s Gourmet Tacos and Sweet Blessings Eclectic Soul Food.

Sky’s Gourmet Tacos is Mexican food with a splash of Soul. Barbara Burrell is the founder of this 1992 establishment with creating fresh seafood meals located at three locations. Sky’s Gourmet Tacos offers breakfast, gourmet salads, burgers, nachos, tortas and vegan alternatives. first location: 5408 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles 90019. The second location: Marina Del Ray, Sky’s Gourmet Marketplace that offers high quality grab-n-go meals that also includes their signature famous gourmet tacos, groceries, Deli counter and even delivers to the boat slips! The third location: 358 W. 38th Street.

Below are one of the Famous Gourmet Shrimp Tacos, which comes with lettuce, coleslaw, tomato, cilantro, pico de gallo & Sky’s Sassy Sauce. The Gourmet Shrimp tacos were delicious, the shrimps were tender and the Sky’s Sassy Sauce was a flavorful addition to the taco. It will get messy but packed with taste!

Sky’s Gourmet Tacos: Black Owned Restaurant
Location: 5408 W. Pico Blvd Los Angeles, Ca 90019
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Sky’s Gourmet Shrimp Tacos
Ordered with just lettuce, cilantro & Sky’s Sassy Sauce
“Mexican with a Splash of Soul”
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Sweet Blessings Eclectic Soul Food has been opened since last fall of 2019. The owner of this establishment is Katina Cyler along with her husband. They have traveled from Florida to kickstart this Soul food restaurant. During LA’s Black Restaurant week, I had the opportunity to meet Katina and she was warm in spirit and has a major passion for cooking authentic Southern food as well a showing casing local artists on the walls of her restaurant.

On August 16, 2020, Sweet Blessings hosted their very first art event, “A Night for the Culture” a partnership between ArtLoud LA + the restaurant. Held from 8pm-11pm with a $15 entry. Reserve your ticket on eventbrite.com This art event bridges a connection between talented black artists and the essence of tasty Southern food.

After having the Cluck and Surf Plate, I was beyond satisfied from the mildly sweet cornbread to the smoky greens and the Mac n’ cheese. Once I bit into the chicken thigh, the outer skin was extra crispy and not salty. To be honest, I could not wait another day to finish my Cluck and Surf Plate. The catfish was cooked to perfection and again not too salty. Will definitely go back to both Sky’s Gourmet Tacos and Sweet Blessings Eclectic Soul Food to explore other dishes on their menu.

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Fried Chicken Plate (4 pieces)
Side of Mac n’ cheese and collard greens, cornbread and Jelly Sauce
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Cluck and Surf Plate (2 pieces of Fried Chicken & 1 piece of catfish)
Side of Mac n’ cheese and greens plus cornbread
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Sky’s Gourmet Tacos and Sweet Blessings Eclectic Soul Food are just two of the Black Owned Restaurants who participated in LA’s Black Restaurant Week. Both are respectable establishments.

Below is a list of the restaurants that participated in the LA Black Restaurant Week of 2020. Do check these restaurants throughout the rest of the year and continue to support small business owners who are also Black Owned Establishments.

Continue to Support Small Businesses.

Stay healthy and vigilant!

Thanks,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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Hippie Healthy Delivery Options

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Below are a few Healthy Restaurants that are open for pickup/delivery during COVID-19.

1. EveryTable – fresh food that is accessible to everyone! If you are in California, this restaurant covers: South LA (213) 973-5095, Watts (323) 458-6981) and Compton (323) 407-7690). Call their HELPLINE for more information (323) 458-6487.

Use Code: FREEMEALS at checkout, receive 2 FREE CHEF–MADE MEALS and FREE Contactless delivery on your first subscription orders online. EveryTable also provides Boxes!! Instagram Account. #thisfoodfights#GoodtoGo#mealplan

2. IMPASTA.CO – from low-carb to gluten free dishes ranging from the Impossible Bolognese, Spaghetti Squash to a Margharita Pizza on Cauliflower crust. No red meat but they do have other proteins such as Chicken, Shrimp and Tofu. IMPASTA.CO offers delivery services to various areas such as: Beverly Hills, WEHO, Hollywood, La Brea, K-Town, Larchmont, Mid-City and Mid-Wilshire. Order through: PostMates, ChowNow, UberEats, DoorDash, GrubHub and Caviar. Instagram Account. #impasta#lowcarbpasta#glutenfreepasta#ketopasta

3. Urban Plates – sustainable seafood plates, to grass-fed steak and grilled cage-free chicken. This restaurant provides delicious family meals! They offer FREE Delivery but you must order through DoorDash. They have restaurants in California, MD and VA. Check their website for which of their locations is open near you. Instagram Account. #urbanplates

4. SweetGreen – have a hearty salad bowl, or customize your own along with enjoying their house-made fresh fruit beverages. Their locations include: PA, MA, NY, CA, IL and TX. In order to have FREE Delivery you must order through the SweetGreen App or online. Contact FREE Delivery. Instagram Account. #sweetgreen

5. Daily Harvest – the menu includes harvest bowls, soups, smoothies, chia bowls and oat bowls. They guarantee the delivery in minutes. Plans start at $6.99/item. The current promotion is $30 off – get $10 off each box. The promo code: HELLO30. Instagram Account. #dailyharvest

6. Thistle – Ready-to-go plant-based meals that are World-Inspired Flavors, Immunity Boots and Flexible. –> Limited Time Only 30% OFF. Check out their Instagram Account. #thistle#readytoeat

Direct message the businesses through their Instagram Accounts by saying, “I’m a part of the Tribe, HippieSrirachaGirl Tribe.”

Express yourself! If you are a Food Explorer, take a picture and share with us what you ordered and how it worked out!

Thank you,

HSG

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Generation Z Friendly Meal Delivery

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Below are options for Generation Z Kit Delivery Services.

1. Yumble – balanced meal kits that require no cooking for parents. They deliver to the East Coast and parts of the mid-west. The meals are designed for a range of kids. Contact Info: Text (917) 983-0348, Email: [email protected] or Call (888) 997-6623. Instagram Account #tipsformoms #nutritionforkids

2. Nurture Life – the meals are created by registered dieticians. The Chefs have designed the meals kits from picky to adventurous eaters. Ready to Enjoy meals. Contact: (877) 988-8851. Instagram Account #whatkidsdeserve

3. Revolution Foods – contingency meals for COVID-19 School Closures. Clean Label Ingredients. They provide breakfast, lunch and dinner. Email: [email protected] Instagram Account #SchoolNutrition #NSLP #CACFP

4. One Potato – free cookie dough in every box! The ingredients are sourced from the country’s top farms. Affordable and Convenient. They also offer a new smoothie kit i.e. Pina Colada, Immunity Booster, Blue Chia and etc. Contact Page. Instagram Account #OnePotatoBox

Direct message the businesses through their Instagram Accounts by saying, “I’m a part of the Tribe, HippieSrirachaGirl Tribe.”

Express yourself! If you are a Food Explorer, take a picture and share with us what you ordered and how it worked out!

Thank you,

HSG