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Lawry’s Legendary Chairman Dies at 92

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Peter Moruzzi

Richard N. Frank, son of original Lawry’s owner Lawrence Frank, died on Wednesday, May 20th in Pasadena. Los Angeles Magazine editor and historian Chris Nichols wrote this obituary. I wrote an extensive illustrated blog about Lawry’s 75th anniversary that is … Continue reading →

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Most Iconic and Oldest Restaurants By State

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Peter Moruzzi

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Thrillist put together what they consider to be the most iconic restaurant in every state and the oldest restaurant in every state.  Some of their selections are off the mark, but it’s interesting to see what they chose and why.

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Celebrating Lawry’s 75th Anniversary

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Peter Moruzzi

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Lawry’s The Prime Rib opened on June 15, 1938 at the foot of what would come to be called Restaurant Row.  Last week, the restaurant celebrated its 75th anniversary with some amazing events. On Tuesday, the company honored its loyal … Continue reading →

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Lord Fletcher’s: Rancho Mirage Classic Dining Discovery

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Peter Moruzzi

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Here’s another recent unexpected find, a superb classic dining restaurant located in Rancho Mirage just outside of Palm Springs, Lord Fletcher’s Inn!  While updating my classic dining slide show I decided to check out an establishment that I’d driven past … Continue reading →

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KPCC Site Celebrates Classic Dining & Replays Radio Show

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Peter Moruzzi

I think you’ll like how KPCC’s AirTalk website celebrates Los Angeles area classic restaurants with photos, information and map.  And the comments from 42 listeners/viewers are fun to read. Plus, you can listen to a 16-minute rebroadcast of my conversation with … Continue reading →

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Moruzzi at Mai Kai Dec 13th

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Peter Moruzzi

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If you’ll be in Ft. Lauderdale on Thursday, Dec. 13th then come on by the Mai Kai.  Tropic Magazine is hosting my Classic Dining slide talk where I’ll also be signing books and carousing ’til late.  Plus there’s an Extended … Continue reading →

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Classic Menu Cover Artwork

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Peter Moruzzi

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Designing a menu cover that defines a restaurant with a single graphic is exceptionally challenging.  When done right, the result is a work of art.  Here are some of my favorites that are featured in “Classic Dining.” If you click … Continue reading →

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Recreating the 1938 Oysters Rockefeller Postcard from Antoine’s

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Peter Moruzzi

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On June 4, 2011 photographer Sven Kirsten, videographer Nathan Marsak and I spent the day at the famous Antoine’s Restaurant in New Orleans doing a photo shoot for “America After Dark.”  During the shoot we were inspired to recreate the … Continue reading →

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