Food

New exhibit explores Japan’s hyper-realistic food replica culture

Japan House in Hollywood invites Angelenos to eat with their eyes.

Multi colored sushi rolls and nigiri sushi are lined are beautifully in a grid pattern. You'd never tell that all this sushi is actually fake, created to look like the real thing.

Why beef prices are higher than ever (and shoppers are finally resisting)

American ranchers are raising the fewest cows in decades. Through the price increases, American shoppers have stayed loyal to their love of burgers and steaks — until now.

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Historic DTLA restaurant Cole’s French Dip is pushing back closing date

After a public outpour of support, Cole’s says it's delaying its final closing date to November.

A sun-drenched downtown L.A. street scene with the iconic vintage neon sign of Cole’s—"Originators of the French Dipped Sandwiches Since 1908"—glowing proudly above the sidewalk.

Berbere tacos and egusi kale: breaking down AfriCali cuisine, straight from the source

Join us on Sept. 18 for our live event with Kiano Moju, author of AfriCali, recipes from my Jikoni.

A woman with dark skin wearing a bright yellow and red knit top with black palm tree designs stands against a rust-colored background. She holds a bowl filled with fresh produce, including a pineapple, tomatoes, a banana, a mango, and leafy greens.

Downtown LA’s historic The Original Pantry Cafe will reopen its doors

The union representing the restaurant's workers announced Tuesday that The Pantry will welcome back patrons after suddenly shutting down six months ago.

A line outside The Original Pantry Cafe on its last day of operation

Culver City’s Citizen Public Market is closing

The food hall announced it will shut its doors in November.

Entrance to Citizen Public Market with a glowing neon sign and tall arched windows.

Why I think Long Beach is the most exciting food city in Southern California right now

With less to prove than LA, the city is becoming a center of impressive culinary creativity.

A full plate built for tearing and sharing—smoky roast chicken, tangy pickles, and a golden round of a sweet potato bun.

A breakfast club in Griffith Park has been LA's best-kept secret for 100 years

The club began as a way for the city’s rich and famous to share a meal and have fun.

A black and white photo of a dining hall filled with long tables. Many well-dressed guests are sitting at the table.

Should CA restaurants be required to list food allergens on menus?

Some worry about more regulations on an already struggling industry. We spoke to a co-sponsor of a new bill that would require notices and local restaurateurs about the idea.

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Two LA restaurants recognized for their historical significance with $50,000 awards

Qusqo Bistro and Gallery in West L.A. and El Paseo Inn on Olvera Street are getting the money from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and American Express.

Colorful facade of Qusqo Peruvian Bistro with mural art of an Incan warrior and llamas, bright patterns, and windows painted with messages like “Love Food?” and “Peace Love.”

How to move forward when even your clothes are gone: an Altadena chef recounts his comeback after the fires

Wells' restaurant, Bernee, opened just a month before the Eaton Fire swept through. It reopens this week with a new name — Betsy.

A light skinned man with reddish hair and beard and tattos on his arm is wearing a black T shirt and a blue dotted bandana. He's looking at a tray of cooked potatoes with silver tongs in his hand.

The tiny coastal Mexican state of Colima has standout seafood — and two LA food trucks to try

These food trucks offer distinctive offerings from this coastal region.

Shrimp drenched in a black sauce topping a mountain of seafood on a white plastic plate.

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