For nearly 30 years, Xiomara Ardolina has been among the most successful fine dining restaurateurs in Los Angeles, starting with The Epicurean (La Canada) in 1979, Xiomara Restaurant (Old Pasadena) in 1991 and Xiomara on Melrose (West Hollywood) in 2003. Known for their charming, intimate ambiance and flavorful food, her restaurants have consistently received acclaim from critics Irene Virbila (LA Times), Ruth Reichl and Bryan Miller (New York Times), Jonathan Gold (LA Magazine) and Merrill Shindler (Pasadena Star).