Tag Archives: Lawry’s

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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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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LA Weekly presents Moruzzi’s 10 Favorite Classic Restaurants in L.A.

Posted on November 10, 2012 by Peter Moruzzi

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Check out this cool article about my 10 favorite classic restaurants in L.A. written by L.J. Williamson in her L.A. Weekly blog: http://blogs.laweekly.com/squidink/2012/11/best_classic_restaurants_los_angeles.php 10 Best Classic Mid-Century Restaurants in L.A.: Pretend You’re in Mad Men

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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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Classic Dining: Discovering America’s Finest Mid-Century Restaurants

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Peter Moruzzi

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I am excited to announce that my new book “Classic Dining: Discovering America’s Finest Mid-Century Restaurants” will be available November 1st!   Click on the images for full-size blowups – New photography by Sven A. Kirsten Journey to America’s finest … Continue reading →

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