How to navigate the restaurant scene in the yellow tier
Holy Basil co-owners Methawee Greebmalai, left, Wedchayan Arpapornnopparat, center, and Tongkamal Yuon in Downtown Los Angeles.
(Mariah Tauger / Los Angeles Times)
May 8, 2021 7 AM PT
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It’s hard to imagine that anyone could have lived through the last 14 months without changing their dining and cooking routines. The pandemic brought high rates of unemployment and misery, higher food prices and, for many, a fear of human contact at the grocery store and elsewhere.
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Pancakes and eggs benedict may seem like the type of pampering that moms want for Mother’s Day. Even though I’m not a mother or parent, I’ve been around enough to know that those “let’s treat Mom!” plans often end up being more of a headache for mothers to clean up rather than the relaxing experience that was intended.
I’m willing to bet what mom really wants is a stiff drink and peace and quiet to enjoy it, rather than a few minutes pushing pancakes around on a plate under the gaze of an eager child whose hopes, dreams and self-esteem hang in the balance.