Photos: Nosh Cafe in San Pedro

Anzac biscuits are eggless Australian cookies of rolled oats, shredded coconut and golden syrup. They originated during World War I as portable, substantial home-cooked treats for the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.  (Christina House / For The Times)

Paloma Banuelos takes orders at the counter.  (Christina House / For The Times)

Breakfast rice pudding is served with a poached pear and garnished with nutmeg.  (Christina House / For The Times)

A croissant stuffed with egg and brown-sugar bacon is served with fruit and accompanied by a cup of hot tea.  (Christina House / For The Times)

Marisa Giuffre-Mascola dines at Nosh Cafe, a place defined by a nuance and thoughtfulness.  (Christina House / For The Times)

Aussie-style meat pies are meals in themselves: plenty of minced meat enclosed in a cushion-shaped shell of flaky pastry.  (Christina House / For The Times)

The shelves at Nosh Cafe are filled with Australian products, such as Vegemite and Bundaberg ginger beer.  (Christina House / For The Times)