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Food Friday
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As the beloved ice cream counter shutters along with Rite Aids across L.A. and O.C., folks look back at what made it special. -
Three young friends set up a fried chicken pop up in a Hollywood parking lot. The rest is the stuff of legend. -
Setting the right menu price is all about customer psychology.
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Flavorful, vibrant soups from Burma, Thailand, Mexico and Vietnam to help you get through the cold, right here in SoCal.
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A number of food and drinks have been recalled in recent weeks over the risk of foodborne illnesses.
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"I have an opinion on this that might be a bit controversial. You really shouldn't be cooking on Thanksgiving."
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Thanksgiving favorites such as mac and cheese, turkey and casseroles can be brought through TSA checkpoints. But cranberry sauce, maple syrup and gravy must go in checked baggage, the agency says.
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LAist Senior Editor Suzanne Levy remembers her first Thanksgiving, newly arrived from the U.K.
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Less stress, less mess — less cash! How to pick up a meal for family or friends without taking out a mortgage
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With so many choices, how can you choose one that best suits your needs?
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Many of us will be heading out of town for the holidays, but our vacation-rental kitchens are often low on essentials
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III Mas doesn't have a fancy restaurant right now, but its food is making waves.
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Flying solo and want to celebrate the holiday? Toss social anxiety out the window, we’ve got a round-up of “Friendsgiving” events you can go to alone.
Sweetlovers, your time has come as L.A. hits peak pastry.
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A legal battle has erupted between the family that operated the business for nearly 30 years and the property owners.
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The Pasadena restaurateur and candy maker, known for her sea salt caramels and community spirit, has died.Listen 0:37
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Witness rhythmic rice, pounding taiko drums and fresh mochi-making.
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From diasporic cuisines to smaller portions, here's what's bubbling up.
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Starting in 2026, California tortillas will contain folic acid to help prevent birth defects—a change aimed at closing a gap for Latina mothers.
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The James Beard winner discussed his memories of his mom's food, earning respect from the tías, and restaurant pricing myths.
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LAist food and culture writer Gab Chabran looks back on a year of eating.
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Some of the best chefs and eateries in Los Angeles are elevating the portable masa meal to Michelin levels.
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An LAist correspondent's recipe for the simmered, holiday fruit punch from Mexico and Central America — and the meaning behind it.
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Walk past that bottle of Josh and stock up on one from L.A. winemakers who love the region as much as you do.
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A Jersey breakfast icon lands in Hermosa Beach.
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December can be a stressful time of year, but these specialty sips and festive teas will have you fa-la-la-la-la-ing in love with the season all over again.
