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We know. While we love living in SoCal, it can take quite a toll out of your pocket book, time and energy. That’s why we created Cheap Fast Eats — to give you a friend-in-the-know shortcut to finding tasty food you can grab quickly for $10-$15.We’ve been scouting out places for a couple of years now, and have gone as far afield as Santa Ana and the Valley, from Culver City to Pico Union. So check out our new fall edition — a curated list of places we think you’ll like for cool temps.
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Down south, a group of bagel makers is quietly generating excitement in the bagel-verse.Listen 0:49 -
L.A.'s multicultural dining scene is redefining Thanksgiving with offerings that reflect how the city actually eats.Listen 0:46 -
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The restaurant community has stepped up after the fires. A (growing) list of places across the city are providing support.
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L.A. bakeries are feeling the squeeze as the affects of bird flu hit hard.
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The fires have wiped out several neighborhood staples. Here's what they meant to the community, and how to help
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We’ve looked into our crystal ball to forecast what will happen in the food world in the new year.
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Chef Johnny Lee, formerly of the much-loved Pearl River Deli, has partnered with the group behind Barra Santos, Found Oyster, and opened a restaurant focused on Malaysian and Southeast Asian flavors.
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LAist food editor Gab Chabran recalls some memorable bites he had throughout SoCal this past year.
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After the untimely deaths of two LA culinary standouts, these food pros are on a mission to spread the word about free mental health therapy
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Pizza fans and fast food nostalgia fans rejoice: The former site of Arby’s on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood is now serving pizza via drive-thru till Halloween.
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The biggest winner Monday night was Los Angeles Chef Jordan Kahn, who took home honors in three different categories.
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Remembering the Japanese convenience store chain that tried — and failed — to crack Los Angeles.
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A co-op in Glassell Park combats food waste and encourages community.
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For the first time in years, people are buying more groceries, including pricier brands, to replace restaurant outings.
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From Egyptian cuisine to Yemeni dishes, from lolling on sofas to takeout at food trucks, go on a multi-national gastronomic adventure.
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Going out to eat becomes a whole different ballgame when you introduce kids into the picture. Here are some of the best kid-friendly restaurants in Southern California, according to LAist readers and listeners.
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It's fighting talk, but LAist associate food editor Gab Chabrán says his hometown's combo of newcomers making waves and old timers making faves hits the spot.
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Your favorite LA outdoor restaurant patio is safe — for now — as the permitting deadline is extendedThe city’s emergency al-fresco program, which allowed restaurants to open outdoor dining areas with minimal red tape, was due to sunset this week. Then, the Mayor stepped in.
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In a city that's exploding with excellent bakeries, deciding where to go for that croissant or cupcake can be a challenge. You told us your fave raves
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