Food

Pop-up of the week: Argentine street eats courtesy of Gaucho Bites

Marcello Palazzo is not just serving food — he's honoring his cultural heritage with Argentine street food staples he prepares on-site.

A collage image on both sides of a painting features traditional Argentine Gauchos. In the center, there is a menu displaying various food items offered by the Gaucho Bites pop-up, along with their prices.

Trying to keep cool this summer? We recommend paletas. Here's why

Hailing from the Mexican state of Michoacán, paletas are a popsicle made with fresh fruit. The flavor options are endless, so keep an open imagination.

Someone holds a popsicle known as a 'paleta' in their hand.

The case for a hot soup on a hot day — and where to get it in SoCal

Ddiscover the surprising science behind consuming hot soups in hot weather — and the best places to get slurping in and around L.A.

Yes, we know about oranges in LA history — but lemons had some juice too

From Sunkist boosters to Hollywood directors, citrus was an essential part of the California dream.

A hand drawn lemon, one whole one sliced. Both are yellow.

Eat Your Way Through Copa América

It’s America vs. América, goals vs. golazos, burgers and tacos vs. 625 versions of empanadas when Copa América returns to the U.S. this summer.

A group of light and medium skinned people, mostly men, at a sporting event. Most wear yellow tops; two men in front are holding green and yellow Brazilian flags; one has his face painted half yellow and half green

A Shaman Told Him To Quit Coffee. Now His Matcha Is Served At LA’s Hottest Cafes

Rocky’s Matcha, a “traveling tea house” based in L.A., is known for its pop ups at arts and culture events around the world. The 2-year-old brand is also loved locally, but the founder hasn’t quit his corporate 9-to-5.

A light skinned hand hold a metal spoon as it mixes a green liquid in a paper white cup

Cheap Fast Eats in the Valley: Iconic hot dogs, classic Cubanos and hip-hop gyro platters for around $10

Cheap Fast Eats makes its inaugural visit to the San Fernando Valley. This time, we’re checking out the Canoga Park and Winnetka neighborhoods.

A fork holds up some rice with red coloring above a large tray full of meat, rice, lettuce, and a creamy sauce.

Legendary Porto’s Bakery Founder, Raul Porto Sr., Has Died

Raul and his wife Rosa opened their first Cuban bakery storefront in 1976 in Echo Park.

We Went Searching For Real Poutine In LA (And Yes, We Found Some)

Poutine, the Quebecois cousin of chili fries, isn’t easy to find in Southern California, but there are a few places that are nailing the basics and adding their own twist.