Average Betty

Toshio Sakamaki – Ozumo Santa Monica

Sara O'Donnell — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:23:19 +0000

Ozumo at Santa Monica Place is cool and elegant. The decor is soothing. The long space envelops you like sudoku. Behind the sushi bar is Toshio Sakamaki, rolling sushi like I’ve never tasted.

The Wizard of Ozumo Video

Sara O'Donnell — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:19:28 +0000

Toshio Sakamaki, Executive Sushi Chef of Ozumo Santa Monica rolls sushi for Average Betty!

Chipotle Hummus Recipe

Sara O'Donnell — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:23:14 +0000

The first time I had hummus at The Prado in San Diego's historic Balboa Park, I knew it was the gold standard by which all future hummus would be judged.

Show Me Your Animal Fries?

Sara O'Donnell — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:55:09 +0000

I was curious about the Animal Fries rumored to be on the In-N-Out Secret Menu. I had heard about them but never seen them.

Potato Salad Recipe

Sara O'Donnell — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:42:39 +0000

The Endless Summer of Salad continues! Oh yes! Possibly the most substantial of all salads, the Potato Salad

Santa Monica Place Food Court

Sara O'Donnell — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:57:10 +0000

Santa Monica is one of my favorite cities, and not just because it has a solar powered Ferris wheel. Nevermind the glistening Pacific Ocean, endless bike paths, dog friendliness and spectacular sunsets

The People’s Food Court Video

Sara O'Donnell — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:55:35 +0000

You be the judge! Average Betty visits the Grand Reopening of Santa Monica Place and checks out the new 17,000 square foot Food Court.

Flour Tortilla Bowl Recipe

Sara O'Donnell — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:14:02 +0000

The Endless Summer of Salad continues! I've tossed a lot of salads this summer and here's a super fun and easy way to serve them

Tostada Salad Recipe

Sara O'Donnell — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:34:24 +0000

The Endless Summer of Salad continues! This simple salad is one of my all-time favorites. It's light yet satisfying, and did I mention simple

OC Fair 2010

Sara O'Donnell — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:36:54 +0000

The OC Fair invited Average Betty to do a cooking demo on the Culinary Arts stage. OMG! A live cooking demonstration? Well, I guess there's a first for everything.