2023-02-13T12:19:08Z https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/feed/all https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/need-a-clean-vegan-room-mate-in-studio-city 2015-02-23T21:38:41.000Z 2015-02-23T21:38:41.000Z Veganvampirebat https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/Veganvampirebat <div><p>I thought I would post this here since I'm assuming anyone reading this is vegan. My room mate is moving back to Atlanta at the end of the month and I'm tired of moving again and would need a room mate.</p><p>I need someone clean since this area is prone to ants and other bugs. I also just want the place to look and feel nice when coming home. I'm actually rarely home because of work and I stay over at my boyfriends house most nights so it will feel like your own place most the time. There is lots of light and it's on the third floor, close to everything and safe area too. Very affordable for the area. If interested message me and I'll give you details on rent and deposit and utilities and anything else you may need to know.</p><p></p><p>-Natalie :)</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/do-you-want-a-gig-running-a-raw-vegan-healthy-food-service 2014-08-09T00:34:59.000Z 2014-08-09T00:34:59.000Z Colin and Lucy https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/ColinandLucy <div><p>I am looking for a dedicated individual to take on part of my business who is passionate about the raw vegan lifestyle. Check out the posting below for more info, and if interested, please reply from there:<a href="http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/dmg/4609812137.html" target="_blank">http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/dmg/4609812137.html</a></p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/hi-i-m-new-to-the-fruitarian-lifestyle-and-eager-to-make-some-raw 2014-06-26T13:42:07.000Z 2014-06-26T13:42:07.000Z Kendraw https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/Kendraw <div><p>I'm from Covina, but I would be willing to go anywhere in the Los Angeles area to meet up.  I'm open to any and all suggestions!  Let me know if you're interested!  :)  </p><p></p><p>As I mentioned above, I'm brand new to the fruitarian lifestyle and it would be super helpful to me to meet other people who have been through the same things as me!  It's such a beautiful lifestyle and I feel that the only thing that could make it more beautiful is having people to share it with.</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/for-sale-turn-key-juice-smoothie-bar-raw-restaurant-commercial 2014-02-16T17:34:28.000Z 2014-02-16T17:34:28.000Z RawBeautyFood by Chef StaceyJ https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/RawBeautyFoodbyChefStaceyJ <div><div dir="ltr">Hi Everyone!<div>We are selling our space in San Pedro. Currently it operates as a Juice/Smoothie Bar, but it has the means to be a full fledged restaurant with cooked food, as there are stoves/ovens as well as a hood.</div><div>Due to a huge opportunity that I just cant pass up, I must let go of my baby. Bitter-Sweet indeed!  </div><div>San Pedro is a great town, and everyone here is sooo excited to have a juice bar with Healthy Options (we have great reviews on yelp)!  But if that is not what you want to do, this space is great for Catering, as a Commercial Kitchen or a full blown restaurant. All the equipment I have purchased is included (see list below).</div><div>The rent is cheap 1700.00 per month, and it is Large 1700sq ft.</div><div>Turn Key Operation</div><div>Growing Economic Area</div><div>Earn 3k+ net profit per month</div><div>If you open for business within 90 days of our departure you get what is called Grandfathered in... Meaning you do not have to go through LA city Plan check, which is a very expensive and time consuming process, AND you dont have to get approved to by the health dept until after you are open which is huge! We have an A!</div><div>The city here is very dedicated to business growth in the historic downtown waterfront area. They do free marketing for you. It is a very small town feel. The location is on the street where the Friday Farmers' markets are held as well as the cities art walk called 1st Thursdays, whichis great free exposure.</div><div>There is a spacious loft area which is quite large for office/storage</div><div>Huge crawl space/attic for tons of storage</div><div>A very cute patio for relaxing &amp;/or storage</div><div>Equipment:</div><div>2 door True Fridge</div><div>deli prep station 2 door fridge</div><div>prep station 2 door (1 fridge, 1 Freezer)</div><div>long stainless steel countertop</div><div>3 compartment sink</div><div>prep sink</div><div>mop sink</div><div>hand-washing sink</div><div>fire extinguishing unit for hood</div><div>NSF wire shelving units</div>2 stoves/ovens (6 burners)</div><div dir="ltr"><br /><div>Upgrades:</div><div>Fresh coat of paint</div><div>stunning granite counter top</div><div>cute custom furniture</div><div>modern led lighting</div><div>flushed pipes</div>interior foyer ceiling excavation (very high ceilings, a beautiful grand entrance)<br /><div>loft/attic fumigation</div><div>loft/attic sanitizing</div><div>exterior store front painting</div><div>mirror menu boards</div><div>Health department upgrades (bathroom floor coving)</div>New bathroom sink</div><div dir="ltr">Hand towel wall units</div><div dir="ltr"></div><div dir="ltr">Trash can</div><div dir="ltr">Mop bucket</div><div dir="ltr">Mop</div><div dir="ltr">Brooms</div><div dir="ltr">Dust pan</div><div dir="ltr">Cleaning supplies</div><div dir="ltr">Cleaning products</div><div dir="ltr">Bus tubs</div><div dir="ltr"><br /><div>Please let me know if you or anyone you know might be interested. rawbeautyfood@gmail.com</div><div>xo</div></div><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div><div><div><font color="#6FA8DC">Best!</font><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191742860,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img width="750" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8191742860,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="8191742860?profile=original" /></a></div></div></div></div></div></div><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191742881,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">photo_2.jpg</a></p><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191742685,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">photo_8.jpg</a></p><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191743256,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">photo.jpg</a></p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/hi-local-friends-anyone 2013-11-05T04:14:15.000Z 2013-11-05T04:14:15.000Z Fruit Flushed https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/FruitFlushed <div><p>New here &lt;3.</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/water-solutions-for-los-angeles 2013-07-25T16:08:00.000Z 2013-07-25T16:08:00.000Z Bryant Sullivan https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/BryantSullivan <div><p>I'm wondering what everyone does to stay hydrated out here.  I've been drinking spring water but I'd love a cheaper option.  Who has a filtration system that they love?  What are some great options for us living in LA?</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/wanted-fruity-roommate-in-la 2013-05-14T16:12:38.000Z 2013-05-14T16:12:38.000Z Grace Bosley https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/GraceBosley <div><p>Hey there everyone! I live in the silverlake/los feliz/atwater village area and one of my two roommates (Rawmacita) is moving out at the end of June. I am looking for someone to fill her spot. Rent is $650+ utilities which only come out to about $70/mo at the most. You would have your own room. That's a really good deal for this city. </p><p>A little bit about Anney (my other roommate) and myself: I am a 811 raw vegan. She is a vegetarian. We are not partiers. We are pretty quiet. We both work and exercise/play a lot :) She is in her thirties and I am 20.</p><p> The location of our apartment is great! It's in a really quiet, nice neighborhood and there is a lot to do around us. We are really close to Griffith Park so hiking is easily accessible. And we are 15 minutes from the Wholesale Produce market so your fruit shopping will not be difficult or expensive to get done. We also have farmers markets all around us all the time.</p><p>We are looking for someone who is also on the 811 diet (mostly) and who is drama free. Which usually go hand in hand, I have noticed. </p><p>If you are interested, please email me at Gracebosley@gmail.com.</p><p></p><p>I wish you love and health,</p><p>Grace Bosley</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/singles-mixer-animal-lovers-raw-vegan-too 2013-04-24T15:33:03.000Z 2013-04-24T15:33:03.000Z Lailah Morid https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/LailahMorid <div><p>Hi,</p><p></p><p>I'm putting together a singles mixer with a percentage of proceeds going towards <a href="http://www.muchlove.org/" target="_blank">Much Love</a> Animal Rescue in Los Angeles. </p><p></p><p>The event is at <a href="http://www.rawstarrecipes.com/main_page.html" target="_blank">Raw Star Cafe</a> on the outside patio. </p><p> </p><p>The event will be strategically organized in a way that everyone will be able to meet each other.  Exchange “Interest Cards” with your name and contact information with those you fancy and want to connect with.</p><p> </p><p>You'll get a <strong>Free </strong>glass of wine and rest of wine is only $5 a glass.  Small appetizers and samples will be passed around.</p><p> </p><p></p><p><u><strong>Early Bird Special</strong></u></p><p><strong>$25 - Type coupon code "dogs" upon checkout and you'll get $10 off! </strong></p><p></p><p><a href="http://fastfirstdates.com/eventsdetailforall.php?id=103" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE</a></p><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191712659,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">Much Love Charity.jpg</a></p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/los-angelse-bulk-providers 2013-01-01T21:22:12.000Z 2013-01-01T21:22:12.000Z Julie Marie https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/JulieMarie <div><p>Hey all!  I just moved to Los Angeles from DC and I love it.  One of my favourite things are the farmer's markets everyday of the week.  Still, I am cannot justify buying all of my food from farmers markets because it is so expensive paying retail.  In DC I had a bulk provider and that made it economical.  So I was hoping some of my fellow Los Angeles Raw Vegs could share where they go to buy in bulk.  Thank you for any and all advice. </p><p>Cheers, j</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/durian-party-talk-in-january 2012-12-08T15:12:23.000Z 2012-12-08T15:12:23.000Z Durianwriter https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/Durianwriter <div><p>Hi all,</p><p></p><p>Rob and I are finishing up our year in Southeast Asia researching the durian (read about it at <a href="http://www.yearofthedurian.com" target="_blank">www.yearofthedurian.com</a>) and will be passing through the Los Angeles area the second week of January. I'm interested in hosting a durian smorgasbord party to celebrate our year at which we will show slideshows of all the durians we've found and talk a little about what we've learned.</p><p></p><p>Could you please indicate below whether or not you would be interested in attending and whether a weekday night or weekend night/afternoon is better for you? If there is enough interest, we will look into renting space at a raw food restaurant. I am thinking about $20-$25/person should be enough to cover limitless durian consumption. It's the new year, why not indulge? :D</p><p></p><p>Thanks for the input!</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/can-i-stay-in-your-driveway 2012-11-13T20:07:15.000Z 2012-11-13T20:07:15.000Z Chistie Mae Qualey https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/ChistieMaeQualey <div><p>Hi Los Angeles folks! I am making a road trip down south (from WA) and have a layover in Los Angeles. I am sleeping in my truck but have trouble finding safe places to park. I would be so grateful for a driveway and even more so for a driveway and a bathroom! (and perhaps share a fruity meal!) I can offer lots of fruit in exchange.</p><p>I will be in the area likely Sunday or Monday. </p><p>Thanks for the consideration. </p><p>blessings,</p><p>Christie Qualey</p><p>christiemaeq@yahoo.com</p><p>253 651 four four one three </p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/los-angeles-fruitluck 2012-07-25T17:25:06.000Z 2012-07-25T17:25:06.000Z FruitZen https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/FruitZen <div><p>Check it out on Meetup.com</p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.meetup.com/Fruitluck/">http://www.meetup.com/Fruitluck/</a></p><p></p><p>Calling all HCLFRV 80/10/10 811 Raw Vegan Fruitarian Frugivores, or ANYONE who enjoys fruit, come get your fruit-on at our next Fruitluck "Fruit-only Poluck".</p><p>Bring your empty belly and the sweetest seasonal fresh ripe raw (preferable organic) fruit that you can find.</p><p>Let's keep it super simple, we will just pig out on natures perfect food, which needs no improvement.</p><p>We might play games, go on a short hike, or do a group meditation depending on the vibe. Super friendly, good conversation, like-minded people! What more could you ask for?</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/east-side-chillin-in-griffith-park 2012-06-24T23:03:05.000Z 2012-06-24T23:03:05.000Z Apryl Electra (Rawmacita) https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/AprylElectraRawmacita <div><p>Would anyone on the East side ever be interested in getting together every once in a while for hikes and/or picnics in Griffith Park or something similar? As a chef, I'm just not really into potlucks and I don't want to drive to the West side. <br />I would love to get a group together where everyone brings lawn blankets and their own snacks to just go chill in the grass at the park and talk about whatever! Maybe the lawn across from the Roosevelt Cafe up Vermont Ave? You know, near the Greek Theatre. <br />Sunday afternoons would be perfect! Not every week, of course. Just every two or three weeks to have some contact with "normal" people! ;0)</p><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191673685,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">griffith park.jpg</a></p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/la-group-local-organic-fruit-at-discount-apricots-cherries 2012-05-20T22:02:51.000Z 2012-05-20T22:02:51.000Z Ali https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/Ali183 <div><p>I am getting organic fruit from the Fresno DIRECTLY FROM THE FARMER !!!  area for $25 per case of peaches, nectarines, apricots. Around 20 lbs per case. Apples- $20/case. Cherries- $45. Message me if you are interested and if you are able to pick it up from me. I get them on Sunday mostly. There is bigger discount for quantity.</p><p>Love and Peaches</p><p>:)<a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191664486,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-left" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8191664486,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="750" alt="8191664486?profile=original" /></a></p><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8189973271,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">apricots.jpg</a></p><p class="attachment"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8191664664,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank">che3rries.jpg</a></p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/hands-on-gardening-course-potluck 2012-05-01T20:23:54.000Z 2012-05-01T20:23:54.000Z RawBeautyFood by Chef StaceyJ https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/RawBeautyFoodbyChefStaceyJ <div><p>HANDS ON Gardening/Orcharding Course and Potluck :D<br /><br /><a href="http://www.meetup.com/socalraw/events/62531112/">http://www.meetup.com/socalraw/events/62531112/</a><br /><br />This is very exciting news. Yoga Health Garden is donating their space to Raw Beauty Foodies, to come learn hands on gardening with Gardening Master Norma! The class will continue monthly (next course 6/16/2012) so we will be able to get knee deep in dirt, and see the fruits of our labor (literally) monthly (and possibly more often if you'd like, and if Moon would like the help tending to her new garden!?).<br /><br />Norma is going to create a special course outline just for us to use this earth the most beneficial way possible (permaculture, and forestry gardening).<br /><br /><br />You really won't be able to find this experience anywhere! it is very hard to get real hands on, on-going training from a certified master gardener on a location that you will be able to re-visit. I am just so ecstatic to be apart of this and to get to learn for myself. :D<br /><br />Gardening Course:<br /><br />10am-12pm<br /><br />Pot Luck:<br /><br />12pm-2pm<br /><br />Cost:<br /><br />20 per person<br /><br />please send your offering via paypal account rawbeautyfood@gmail.com, add the notation "offering" in the memo field, any other forms of payments will not be accepted. The space holds 30-40 people comfortably, I need at least 14 people to sign up. So pleeease invite your friends and family, and promote as much as possible, that would be so helpful and MUCH appreciated!<br /><br />Cut off date:<br /><br />The cut off date for RSVPs will be 5/10/2012, as we need to ensure we meet the requirements of funds to put on this event.<br /><br /><br />PotLuck:<br /><br />-Please bring a dish that will feed at least 10-12 people<br /><br />-Please bring the serving utensils required to serve your dish<br /><br />-As many members have different ideals of what a healthy diet consists of, please make a ingredient card, so no one consumes something they do not wish to consume<br /><br />-Please bring your own plate, eating utensils and napkin so there is minimal to no clean up<br /><br />-Please bring whatever it is you prefer to drink<br /><br />-Please bring your own drinking cup<br /><br />-PLEASE clean up after yourself<br /><br />The potluck will be only for those who've attended the gardening course, out of respect for those who've paid to have this experience, and to keep the conversation focused on our learnings, thank you for respecting this, and sorry in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.<br /><br />We already have a date selected for June 16th, so please save the date, and return to Moon's Earth to see the fruits of your labor!</p><p></p><p>I hope a lot of you want to come, im just too excited for these events :)</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/free-composting-classes-in-la 2012-03-06T15:47:45.000Z 2012-03-06T15:47:45.000Z RawBeautyFood by Chef StaceyJ https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/RawBeautyFoodbyChefStaceyJ <div><p>Come Join Other Health Enthusiasts Learn about Composting for Free from the Experts of  Griffith Park:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://www.meetup.com/socalraw/events/55029932/">http://www.meetup.com/socalraw/events/55029932/</a></p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/gardening-in-la 2012-03-05T14:41:24.000Z 2012-03-05T14:41:24.000Z RawBeautyFood by Chef StaceyJ https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/RawBeautyFoodbyChefStaceyJ <div><p>Is anyone here interested in this, and learning more?  I have these two teachers that are looking for group students and I think it would be so fantastic to get a community garden going... I have a friend who has a huge plot of land we can all cultivate together, how rad!  we can start an orchard :))) so exciting</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/discounts-socal-orgainc-produce-wholesaler-heath-lejeune 2012-02-14T04:16:46.000Z 2012-02-14T04:16:46.000Z RawBeautyFood by Chef StaceyJ https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/RawBeautyFoodbyChefStaceyJ <div><div class="discussion"><div class="description"><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Hi Guys,</p><p>So just a heads up, I am working with Heath and Lejeune an Organic Produce Wholesaler in Downtown LA on Discounts for @RawBeautyFoodies.</p><p>This deal should come into fruition soon, and I can't wait to share it with you all.</p><p>Please visit:</p><p><a href="http://www.wix.com/rawbeatuyfood">http://www.meetup.com/socalraw</a></p><p>and join to be eligible for the discount :D</p><p>xoxoStaceyJ</p></div></div></div></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/let-s-hang-out 2012-01-27T00:50:19.000Z 2012-01-27T00:50:19.000Z RawBeautyFood by Chef StaceyJ https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/RawBeautyFoodbyChefStaceyJ <div><p>Hi Everyone :)</p><p></p><p>I have a new meetup group in Los Angeles, called SoCal Raw Food Meetuo Group... Please come join to interact in person <a href="http://www.meetup.com/socalraw/" target="_blank">http://www.meetup.com/socalraw/</a></p><p></p><p>We have already had a bunch of successful meetups and there are so many more to come.... I am in contact with many local farms planning trips there as a group where we will receive food at wholesale prices!!!!   I am planning trips to the wholesale market in DTLA whom I also know and am working out a discount for the members of the above group... I am working on getting us yoga discounts and Organic Produce Delivery Discounts etc etc!</p><p></p><p>Urban farming classes are going to be starting in Feburary, and will run all summer!  I am dedicating a lot of time into this, and it is going to be jammed packed full of fun, education, and discounts :D</p><p></p><p>watch my blurb about it :)</p><p><a href="http://youtu.be/5gRewjOAGh8" target="_blank">http://youtu.be/5gRewjOAGh8</a></p><p></p><p>xoxoStaceyJ</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/weekly-trips-to-wholesale-market 2012-01-07T23:23:13.000Z 2012-01-07T23:23:13.000Z Sideah Shannon https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/SideahShannon <div><p>Hi everyone!</p><p></p><p>I just moved to LA and I am in need of a fruit meet up. LA has some of the best fruit around at the wholesale market. Who is interested in having a weekly car-pool down there? We could split gas + fruit, plus it's a wonderful way to help eating raw and healthy.</p><p></p><p>I live near near Melrose/Western but I do not have a car. Is there anyone with wheels who is interested?</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/fruit-run-anyone-haha-rhymes 2011-11-10T07:38:04.000Z 2011-11-10T07:38:04.000Z greg6ft6 https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/greg6ft6 <div><p><strong>So here's my question: is anyone willing to take me on one of their fruit runs to a wholesaler?</strong></p><p> </p><p>I'm a newbie to 811 (been high-fruit for around 3 months now) looking to make the transition to 100%.  The thing is I'm still working on affordable and varied fruit buying (sound familiar? i know it's such a NEW and UNDISCUSSED topic =P - deal with it lol).</p><p> </p><p>When I first started to change 3 months ago, I tried going to the wholesale in downtown LA but I had never bought anything (not even nanas yet) in bulk.  I got a little freaked out, and ended up leaving when I couldn't find a price I liked (I mean they were tryin to sell me 40lbs of nanas for $30 - ridiculous, may as well go to my grocery store).  After that experience I've been buying my nanas at Wholefoods and now at Costco for around $16 for a box of 40#.</p><p> </p><p>I would be eternally grateful if I could tag along and "learn the ropes" of buying wholesale from one of you guys (or girls).  I'm a wee bit more savvy on what prices to buy nanas with, but I'm clueless with buying any other fruit or with the wholesale process.  Plus it'd be fun to finally meet a fruit-nut like me, all I have right now are my lukewarm-at-best parents haha.</p><p> </p><p>So if anyone's interested please email me at:  greg6ft6@gmail.com   And yes, I am 6 foot 6, but don't worry I'm a gentle giant ;0)</p><p> </p><p>Greg</p><p> </p><p>P.S. I'm in Santa Monica, so I dunno how that affects where to go or anything.  Just thought I'd mention it.</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/organic-produce-and-dates 2011-08-19T15:54:01.000Z 2011-08-19T15:54:01.000Z ambeh https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/ambeh <div><p>Hi Everyone!</p><p> </p><p>We eat a lot of fruit and greens in my household and I'm trying to find some good sources for organic/pesticide free, affordable produce. </p><p> </p><p>I was wondering what sources people have found that are best.  Does anyone know a place for good dates in bulk?</p><p> </p><p>Farmers markets at towards the end of the day have affordable produce and I will try buying bulk from them.  Any farmers that people like the most?  Can you share their info?  Does anyone go directly to the farmers for their produce?</p><p> </p><p>I also went to the LA produce market, and only found one vendor who had organics.  It seemed like a lot of their produce was imported.  I would love to purchase locally when I can.  Are there more organic vendors that I'm missing in the produce market?</p><p> </p><p>And lastly...what about fruit forging?!  This would be SOO great.  Any hotspots people know about, can suggest?</p><p> </p><p>Thanks!</p><p> </p><p>Neda</p></div> https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/groups/thefruitoflosangeles/forum/topics/any-good-restaurants-in-la 2011-06-25T05:22:42.000Z 2011-06-25T05:22:42.000Z Leslie https://www.thefrugivorediet.com/members/Leslie319 <div><p>I need to go to LA next week to have dinner with an acquaintance. What are some restaurants you would recommend that has an awesome salad bar? (preferable organic)</p><p>Also, I've never been to Wholefoods. *ashamed* I heard that they've got a good salad bar, is it true?</p><p>P.S. A friend said Au Loc was a good place. What's that?</p></div>