Urth Caffe

Urth Caffe is popular and was packed around 1:30pm today. The croissant was excellent, crispy with lots of butter flavor. The single espresso Italia was like sucking on a coffee bean...not the most pleasant flavor, but with a great mellow aftertaste and a perfect espresso buzz. I'll go again, but next time try a latte or mocha.

Party Time (Jaipur and Hornsby's)

Went to a party catered by Jaipur's. It was an excellent Indian food experience. I particularly loved the dessert (sweet dough balls in syrup) due to the whole cardamom pods, but all the dishes were great.

Also picked up some Hornsby's hard cider...not a Santa Monica exclusive by any means, but I hadn't realized that hard cider was mass marketed in any way other than apple-flavored beer. Hornsby's is more cidery and has tempted me to brew my own hard cider if I can find the time.

Finally, the Korean taco food truck on Venice beach was excellent...wonderful flavors.