Southern California Eats. John Eng & Adriene Biondo.

Embark on a road trip to out-of-the-way Route 66 landmarks, futuristic Googie coffee shops and exotic Polynesian paradises. Part-homage and part-guidebook, this photo essay captures the flavor and character of Southern California’s most unique, independently owned eating establishments. Tour 1920s legends like Hollywood’s Formosa Café to the 1960s jet age icons like the LAX Theme Building. Hungry historians, students and pop culture enthusiasts will appreciate the well-researched text and personal stories. Architects, designers and photographers will enjoy the full-color, visual experience.

John Eng is a photographer, graphic designer, and filmmaker who grew up in New York and now works mainly in Los Angeles. His photography has appeared in LA Magazine, Dwell, CA Modern Magazine and LA Conservancy publications. Adriene Biondo is an award-winning preservationist and Chair Emeritus of the Los Angeles Conservancy’s Modern Committee. Adriene made the breaking news as the driving force behind rebuilding the 1958 Johnie’s Broiler in Downey. She is also a photographer and public relations coordinator for CA Modern Magazine.

Size: 81/2" x 11"269 • color & b/w photos • 144 pp.
Soft cover • $24.99