We wanted to stay native California and the wine program . We do family growers because we , we know that that comes from a sense of community , all our liquor brands that we use . Those are all very small producer , family based .
Is it just I'm so familiar with these ingredients . Um I'm familiar with the , with the farmers and the farmers markets and you know , all these different purveyors . So being able to , to make these connections find these ingredients has not only , you know , influenced my cooking but has allowed my cooking to influence the city over my years of cooking .
It's Californian , it's uniquely Angelino with influences from all around the country . Sustainability is a huge part of , you know , my cooking philosophy and not only just for our own health , but the health of the planet Astrid has such an amazing backdrop , you know , being here in downtown , at the heart of all these , you know , amazing cultural institutions , the Music Center ek the Broad Museum . It , it's just a beautiful backdrop for us .
We've tried to stay involved within our communities . Something as simple as picking our plants outside . It's a savory crepe batter .
We do family growers because we , we know that that comes from a sense of community , all our liquor brands that we use . Those are all very small producer , family based . You know , it just gives you that overall vibe of community .
