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Food Friday
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Fat and Flour founder Nicole Rucker shares her subversive brownie recipe that shouldn’t work, but somehow does. -
The most well-known hidden restaurant in L.A. offers a deal on a prix fixe menu. -
Bold flavors and inventive takes on traditional Indian cuisine, for a very attractive price.
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Whether it’s a classic or a creative variation (Darjeeling tea and cardamom anyone?), head to these spots for the perfect after-work or thru-the-weekend sip.
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Other cities have long hot dog histories steeped in mustard and ketchup, but L.A. has its own hot dog culture. You simply need to know where to look.
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The statue is a Downey mainstay. So beloved, one person actually started crying after learning of the accident.
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We’ve gathered some great places where you can dine solo without feeling like a sad sack.
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The award-winning L.A. restaurant uses its home-grown honey in many dishes.
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Brother and sister duo Phil and Lauren Pretty’s restaurant is housed in a small converted craftsman in Long Beach. What they lack in physical space, they make up for in sustainability.
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The New York export specializing in smash burgers and crinkle-cut fries closes stores in Bunker Hill, downtown Culver City, Silver Lake, Koreatown, and Canoga Park.
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For the mezcal-curious, a chance to taste small-batch offerings, including some in the U.S. for the first time.
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Some neighborhood happy hour recommendations to connect with community.
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An LAist reader asked us why it seemed there were so few seafood options in the San Gabriel Valley. So we went looking.
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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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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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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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.
