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Food Friday
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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. -
LAist food and culture writer Gab Chabran looks back on a year of eating. -
A Jersey breakfast icon lands in Hermosa Beach.
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Valentine's Day is sneaking up on us. You can go big, or you can go home alone. (Or sleep on the couch.) Here's our guide to finding something sweet and special for your someone sweet and special. Even if that someone is you!
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Black-eyed peas. Mochi. Donuts. Lentils. Grapes. Nosh your way to prosperity in 2024.
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It's a deceptively simple dish. You need only six ingredients. The trick is in how they come together.
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It only takes two words to make them golden and edible.
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The Jewish new year is a time to cast away sins — and carbs.
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The Pacific Electric Red Car trolley at the center of the Formosa Cafe is the oldest part of the building.
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To help you navigate L.A.'s embarrassment of taco riches, we've rounded up 10 of the city's best tacos.
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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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.
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With the proper planning and quality food and ingredients, you too can achieve barbecue bliss.
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Here are just 18 of my favorite places to eat and visit from all over this sprawling metropolis.
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Can't do much about 2023, except reflect. Did you drink more than you cared to? Then join those of us doing Dry January. You might find out that sobriety is even fun, thanks to these delicious no-booze cocktails.
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From Himalayan momos to Polish pierogies, we love those tasty packages of vegetables, spice and meat wrapped in dough.
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What started as a Jewish American practice has become a holiday tradition for all sorts of people.
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Sometimes you tweet, and real angels deliver.
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Baby Yoda cocktails. Boozy Dole Whips. Volcanic tiki drinks. If you can dream it, they're probably mixing it somewhere on property.
