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Food Friday
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Chef Michael Tang's obsession with making the perfect breakfast evolved into Stanley's, his weekly Hollywood pop-up. -
New bakery Miopane brings stuffed, pillowy bagels filled with things like matcha and chocolate hazelnut to Old Town. -
The annual reopening marks a fresh chapter for the downtown market.
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Gab Chabrán reflects on growing up in L.A. in a Latino home that doesn't celebrate Thanksgiving and the traditions they formed instead.
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Oklahoma-style smash burgers and Georgian dumplings make for some excellent cheap bites in Glendale
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Husband and wife Felix Agyei and Hazel Rojas combine food from their heritages, creating a marriage of West African and Filipino cooking
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Our snacking tour of L.A. returns with a new batch of snacks, this time from Little Tokyo.
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Continuing LAist’s guide to chowing down cheaply, but happily. This time we're right next to the Pacific (to be specific).
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From bagels to honey cake, these are a few suggestions from cooks and food enthusiasts for breaking the fast after the most solemn Jewish holiday. Also, read tips for preparing for the fast.
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The state's SB972 was signed by Gov. Newsom into law, providing relief for many who haven't been able to get the proper permits to sell certain foods on the street.
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"The process of making the bread feels like a holy act to me."
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In our new monthly series, we visit neighborhoods across the city to find quick and tasty dishes that are easy on the wallet.
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We’ve got a whole list of coffee shops, curated by locals.
The school district worked with the maker of its beloved coffee cake to craft a vegan pastry.
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Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup, and Fully Cooked Falafel are affected.
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We enter the concha-verse to understand the importance of the famous pan dulce for Angelenos.
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The new restaurant runs on star power from the streaming giant's unscripted programs. Dining there feels surreal, as striking writers and actors have brought the movie and TV industry to a standstill.
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Here are the local winners of the 2023 Michelin Guide for California.
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Nardone’s restaurant Bello Chef’s Table has been recognized in the restaurant guide for the past two years, but achieving a star still eludes him.
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The rise in tipping has many customers fuming, but one worker who depends on tips says most customers misunderstand what they are — and shares what it feels like when people don't tip.
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An odd pizza topping with an unlikely origin story, cashews have gained cult status in the Inland Empire. Fans wonder why the region’s most fantastic idea hasn’t spread elsewhere.
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Tacos and Asian flavor eateries are included as part of the new 2023 Michelin California "Bib Gourmand" restaurants, offering great value for money.
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The pandemic, technology and the economy have combined to create the perfect storm for "tip-flation" — but we might be at a tipping point.Listen 4:33
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Inglewood is up to lots of good these days for excellent eats, ranging from regional Mexican dishes to bare-bones Jamaican takeout and, of course, hot wings to call home about.
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Drag events throughout Los Angeles take on many forms, ranging from Juan Gabriel-themed nights to performances at craft breweries. Meet three local performers who bring their own spin with sequins galore and over-the-top makeup.
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From Long Beach to Pasadena, we’ve selected a few of our favorite Cheap Fast Eats to fuel you on your travels.
