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Where to find the perfect French fries in LA that are not too soggy or too crispy. -
Providence, the two-star Michelin restaurant on Melrose, offers a tableside margarita that costs 100 bucks. Is it worth it? -
Under the ownership of Jeffrey Ige, the beloved Japanese restaurant stays true to its heritage, serving comfort food that has connected generations of LA residents.
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“It was a downer,” said Agustin Ruelas, the co-owner at Brewjeria, the Latino and POC-owned craft brewery in Pico Rivera. “We just wanted to honor Selena.”
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For a delicious dough, some L.A. pizzerias are tapping a company that recreates the formula for New York City water.
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If you're counting carbs, but need to scratch that pizza itch, here are some delicious options
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Los Angeles pizza is having a moment. Some of our favorite pizzaiolos tell us why
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Grabbing a slice of pizza isn't just a New York thing; here's our favorite spots for eating on the run
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Sandwiches don't get more basic than cheese and bread yet a grilled cheese sandwich is much more than the sum of its parts.
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L.A. is the home of the largest Salvadoran diaspora, who are looking forward to the release of SalviSoul, the first mainstream published Salvadoran cookbook
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Brewjeria, a Latino-owned craft brewery, in collaboration with Mi Vida, a Chicano lifestyle boutique, has unveiled a new limited-release beer, Tomo La Flor.
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The James Beard Foundation has released its Best Restaurant and Chefs nominations for 2024, and three SoCal Restaurants are finalists.
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The price of cocoa is on a wild historic ride: It topped the all-time record before Valentine's Day and almost doubled since then, in time for Easter. The culprit is the weather.
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.
