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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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Georgia’s Restaurant Soul-Delicious!

SOUL FOOD is crunchy, smothered in sauce, deep-fried, creamy, sweet mixed with warm spices and cajun influence that lingers in the back of your mouth or on the tips of your fingers. Food links all ethnic cultures because brings community back to the table. The month of February celebrates Black History Month. African Americans have contributed to all industries in American history. During this pandemic, it is important to support local restaurants but also Black-Owned Restaurants whom are not always recognized. Yesterday, I had lunch at Georgia’s Restaurant in Long Beach, California, where they provide delicious plates of SOUL FOOD. They have an outdoor patio with tables spaced at appropriate distances. I even had the opportunity to meet the General Manager Samuel McKinney and ironically the waitress and I share the same birth name but are spelled differently.

Georgia’s Restaurant provides pick-up and delivery options. This restaurant has two locations: Long Beach and Anaheim.

All Cajun seasoned French Fries.
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Cornbread served with Honey Butter.
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Glistening with Honey Butter.
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Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich served on a Ciabatta Roll with shredded lettuce, dill pickles & garlic mayo and a side of coleslaw.
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Lunch is served in the beautiful city of Long Beach.
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A sizeable portion of Peach Cobbler.
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The All seasoned Cajun French Fries had a crunchy exterior and coated thoroughly with the seasoning. Plus this dish offered a great portion in terms of sharing plates. The spread of honey butter across the inside layer of the cornbread added a softness to the bite. The choice of having the Shrimp Po’Boy served on a Ciabatta Roll, made the bite pleasurable for my sensitive teeth. The Cajun seasoning on the large shrimp with the garlic mayo tied in harmoniously after tasting the sandwich. The peach cobbler had a golden crust and plenty of large pieces of fruit. It was slightly dry in terms of the juice content of a cobbler, but overall it had the right amount of sweetness.

If you have the chance to check out Georgia’s Restaurant in either one of their locations, let them know HippieSrirachaGirl referred you. It was a pleasure to meet the respectful staff at Georgia’s Restaurant. Comment below on which dish you had the chance to eat. Next time, I’ll check out their Chicken & Waffle plate! Continue to support Black-Owned Restaurants. Every restaurant deserves a platform to be recognized.

Stay safe and viligant,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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NFL GameDay Treats & Snacks

With the first Super Bowl event this Sunday at home, large sports gatherings are quite different for 2021. I had fun in the kitchen learning and creating tasty GameDay Bite-Size treats and snacks that are simple and affordable. The snacks are Zucchini Bite-Size Balls with Southern Creole Dipping Sauce and Wonton Taco Cups. The treats are Mini Silk Chocolate Apple and Walnut Pies.

Zucchini Bite-Size Balls

Ingredients for the Zucchini Bite-Size Balls
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Shred the Zucchini
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Place Garlic Cloves in Hot Water (5mins), easier to peel the shell.
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Squeeze as much water out as possible. (Preferably use a cheese cloth)
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Butternut Squash, Zucchini, Parmesan Cheese, Panko Bread Crumb, 2 eggs, 2 garlic cloves & add your favorite seasonings. Fried the Zucchini Bite-Size Balls in Avocado Oil for at least 4-6 minutes on each side.
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Zucchini Bite-Size Balls with a Southern Creole Dipping Sauce.
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Mini Silk Chocolate Apple Pies

Ingredients for Mini Silk Chocolate Apple & Walnut Pies (Gluten-free) (Whole Foods)
Honey Crisp and Granny Smith Apples
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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Slice Apples and Chop Walnuts
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Carefully align the apples (flower design)
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Top with Walnuts and Sprinkle Cinnamon. Baked at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
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Baked Mini Silk Chocolate Apple and Walnut Pies, drizzled with an Apricot glaze.
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Wonton Taco Cups

Spread the Olive Oil in each muffin mold. Lay down 3 wonton wraps and then lightly spray oil on top of the wraps. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. (Vegan Wonton Wraps)
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Jennie-O (Ralphs), Ground Turkey Meat. Season with your favorite herbs.
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Use an Ice Cream scooper to fill the wonton cups for equally sized portions.
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Before adding chopped bell peppers to the wonton cups, I recommend sautéing first. One half is topped with the bell-peppers and the other half is sprinkled with parmesan cheese. Lightly brush the edges of the wonton cups with melted unsalted butter. Bake for 15 minutes.
NFL Game Day Snacks & Treats
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These are just a few snacks and treats you can enjoy with the family this weekend for Super Bowl Sunday. Serve the Mini Silk Chocolate Apple Pies at chill temperature (Product is Raised Gluten-free). The Zucchini Bite-Size Balls have a crunchy outside with a creamy gooey inside. The Wonton Taco Cups can be topped with scallions, sour cream, or my favorite avocado slices. Let us know, how one of these NFL Game Day Treats or Snacks worked out for you and your family. Have a great weekend and enjoy the game!!

Stay safe and vigilant,

HippieSrirachaGirl

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Vegan Apple Tart

Tarts can be sweet or savoury, modern day tarts are filled with fruit or custards. Either you can prepare an open or closed tart and this post illustrate both options. A flaky outside with a golden sweet crust with a tangy and cinnamony inside filled with honey crisp apples. This simple dessert was made under an hour, which includes both the preparation and baking in the oven. This simple Vegan Tart can be for you alone or for your loved ones.

Ingredients for the Vegan Apple Tart: Organic Roasted Cinnamon, Organic Apricot Jam, 5 Apples, 1 large brown egg, 1 lemon, Light Brown Sugar and Aussie’s Vegan Puff Pastry.
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*Side Note: Prior to preparation for the Tart, take your Puff Pastry out of the freezer and allow it to thaw out for approximately 40-45 minutes.

Slice 5 Apples: choose your favorite apple; for either a sweet or tangy fruit Tart. Preheat oven for 400 degrees.
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Squeeze Lemon over the apples, thus preventing them from browning. The lemon also adds a slight tanginess to the sweet apples.
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Glistening sliced apples after squeezing the fresh lemon juice.
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After the Puff Pastry is evenly thawed out, roll it onto a sheet of Parchment Paper. Use one large brown egg and whisk into a small bowl. Now on the outer frame of the puff pastry, brush the egg wash on the outer edges, this adds a beautiful golden crust to the tart.
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Carefully align the sliced apples within the frame of the Puff Pastry. Lightly sprinkle the light brown sugar and roasted cinnamon mixture (1/2cup) over the apples. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
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As soon as you take the tart out of the oven, immediately drizzle Organic Apricot Jam over the dessert. Simply mix Apricot Jam and water for 15-20 seconds in the microwave to loosen up the jam. Slide the tart from the parchment paper and onto a hard surface, thus allow cooling before cutting the first slice.
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A closed Vegan Apple Tart – Layered in a flower-like design.
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Again lightly sprinkle the mixture of roasted cinnamon and light brown sugar over the apples.
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For the closed Vegan Puff Pastry, brush the rest of the egg wash on the outside of this tart.
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This is right out of the oven with a Golden brown crust, now glaze the Apricot Jam to add a hint of crust flavor and shimmer to the dessert.
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Quickly, add the Apricot Jam on top for a delectable golden-color and texture! Enjoy both an open and closed Vegan Apple Tart.
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This Vegan Apple Tart is just the right amount of sweetness, one slice of this treat will have your friends and family back at your front door and of course at a safe distance. Leave a comment below on how the dessert turned out for you in your kitchen!

Stay safe and viligant!

HippieSrirachaGirl