Oct
17
2009
2

Trolley Dodger at Philippe’s

philippes.jpg

Thanks to Larry Harnisch of the LA Times and The Daily Mirror blog for hosting lunch this afternoon at the always-tasty Philippe’s restaurant. We had a great time talking Los Angeles history, including our various theories on the true origins of the French Dip sandwich.

Also there and very entertaining was Ed Fuentes, Arts & Culture Editor at Blog Downtown, who writes view from a loft as well.

I’ll look forward to seeing you all again next time.

And thanks to Alex of Ravens in Hollywood for the lift.

Sep
29
2008
0

Philippe’s turns 100

photo of Phillippe's painted window sign that reads Since 1908 and has the street number 1001

Thanks to the Daily Dish for reminding me that Philippe’s is celebrating its 100th anniversary on October 6th. Unfortunately, the Philippe’s website consists of a monolithic Flash application, so I can’t link to the anniversary page. But here’s the info:

100th Anniversary Celebration

October 6th, 2008

Opens 4pm (Closed from 2pm to 4pm)

Coffee $.05
Sandwiches $.10
(One Sandwich Per Person)

Special Guests:

  • Roger the Peanut Man
  • Harpo the Clown
  • Huell Howser
  • The Perfect Gentlemen A Cappella Group
  • Comedian
  • Caricature Artist

Now I’m craving a French Dip really bad. :)

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