Food

Yes, LA Pizza Is A Thing, And It Beats Out All The Other Pizza In The World

Los Angeles pizza is having a moment. Some of our favorite pizzaiolos tell us why

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Slice Of Pizza To Go? Our Top Choices To Tantalize Your Taste Buds Here In LA

Grabbing a slice of pizza isn't just a New York thing; here's our favorite spots for eating on the run

A slice of pizza on a white paper plate with a light brown crust on a wooden surface is next to an image of a storefront with light brown walls and black spray-painted lettering. An open glass door with the word "Thank You" is painted in the center. Above the door is a rectangle sign with neon red letters that read "Slices."

Need Some Comfort? The LAist Guide To The Best Grilled Cheese Sandwiches In LA and OC

Sandwiches don't get more basic than cheese and bread yet a grilled cheese sandwich is much more than the sum of its parts.

A grilled cheese sandwich has been pan fried until the bread is golden brown. The sandwich is laying atop a crumpled paper wrapper that has been flattened out. The sandwich has been cut in half, but is still connected by ooey, gooey cheese strands stretching from one half of the sandwich to the other.

An Ode To The Samosa: Why This Humble Street Food Is So Beloved During Ramadan

Regardless of ethnic background, samosas unite Muslims during the holy month.

A red ceramic bowl holds several crispy-brown samosas with a green garnish on top. To the left is a white bowl holding a green sauce with an ornate silver spoon; behind them is a hint of a blue and white plate with a floral pattern

The OG Vegan: Bob Goldberg On Creating Vegenaise And Popularizing Plant-Based Eating

In 1970, when Goldberg started a hippie vegetarian hangout in the valley, there was little expectation that plant-based eating would become the juggernaut it is today.

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Crossroads Kitchen’s Decade Of Vegan Fine Dining

Chef Tal Ronnen was determined to make his plant-based restaurant as upscale as a New York steakhouse.

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Vinh Loi: A Family Business Built On The Pure Love Of Tofu

A colorful vegan joint in the San Fernando Valley that has built a loyal fandom delivering delectable plant-based Vietnamese cuisine since 2002.

An Asian looking man and woman stand in front of the camera, smiling. The man has his arm around the woman, she has her arm around his waist. She is wearing a tan colored T shirt and pants; he is wearing a blue T shirt and blue camouflage pants. They are standing in the dining room of a restaurant next to a statue of a large buddha who is raising his arms and smiling

LAist Pop-Up Of The Week: Vegatinos, Soulful Plant-Based Latin American Cooking In North Hollywood

Beloved Latin American dishes from Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala and beyond go meat free at this vegan pop-up currently based in North Hollywood.

A photo collage depicts a tray of sandwiches made with long sub rolls filled with fresh lettuce and sliced tomatoes, topped with orange sauce. In the center, there's a flyer featuring a burger with multiple toppings and sauces, with a gradient of yellow and orange colors. The words "Vegan Street Fair Los Angeles" are displayed above the burger image in orange letters. The upper right corner of the flyer reads "Free Entry," while the upper left corner reads "Family Friendly." Below the burger image, you can find the dates for the event, followed by the address.

These 9 LA Restaurants Just Nabbed Michelin Honors: How Many Have You Tried?

Nine L.A. restaurants just nabbed the Michelin stamp of approval, ranging from a casual hole-in-the-wall Peruvian chicken place to a pizza joint known for its Quarter Sheets in Echo Park and a pricey, exclusive sushi restaurant in Gardena — yes, Gardena. All highlight the diverse dining experiences the L.A. area has to offer.