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The Trader Joe's Queen Shares A Signature Mocktail And Cocktail Recipe For NYE

A signature cocktail for New Year's just got easier. How? We turned to the Trader Joe's Queen, Anna Lisa, for advice: Look no further than the fizzy drink aisle at your supermarket and build from there.

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Chinese Food On Christmas Day: The Traditional, Untraditional Gathering

At one Dim Sum restaurant in Alhambra, families were prepared to wait hours for a table on Christmas Day.

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The Right Wine For Your Christmas Dinner? This LA Expert Has You Covered

Too many choices, not enough time - here's our shortcut guide to selecting your holiday meal wine

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5 Of The Best Hot Chocolates In LA To Warm Up Your Chilly Days

How good are these hot chocolates? You'd happily sit in bumper-to-bumper traffic for a sip.

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For Sri Lankans In LA, It Isn’t Christmas Without Their Traditional, Decadent, Spicy Christmas Cake

The cake, a localized version of British fruit cake, is a treat enjoyed by all faith groups.

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Al Fresco Dining Is Here to Stay, But Changes Are Afoot

The Los Angeles City Council voted to approve new rules for Al Fresco dining for restaurants.

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The LAist Guide To Eating Your Way Through Grand Central Market

When in DTLA, Grand Central Market is a must. Here are some of our best picks, hacks and tricks for enjoying it all. Don't forget a cooler and some ice packs.

LA's Original Food Hall: How Grand Central Market Has Evolved Over The Years

The city’s first and oldest food hall has gone through many iterations, evolving with the neighborhood. One thing that hasn't changed? It provides a sampling of L.A.’s wide variety of culinary offerings — all in one open-air structure.

A black-and-white photo offers a long-shot view of an open air market: A sign overhead declares "Eastern Smoked Meats Hams Bacon" and another snack bar sign announces deals for 15 cents. Many women are dressed for shopping, in knee-length skirts, while the skinny ties and jackets and cats eye sunglasses offer a sense of the time period.

Our favorite places for holiday tamales — and why you need to get that preorder in now!

For many of us, it's not the holidays without tamales (hot sauce optional). Here are our favorite places to get them.

Two tamales drizzled in green salsa sit on a white paper plate, set atop a colorful tablecloth. There is a can of Coca-Cola off to the left, and a cup of champurado off to the right, and some more green salsa in a plastic container.

Churros for Hanukkah? Why yes, and other multicultural fried dough treats to explore

Whether you’re noshing on churros or zoolbia, beignets or bomboloni, may your fritters be crisp, may your candles shine bright, and may it be a Hanukkah of light, sweetness, and unity.

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Turning Your Grandmother’s 'Best Birria In Town' Into A Vegan Business

Desiree Flores didn’t know any other vegans when she grew up in Boyle Heights. Today, she’s the founder and owner of Dear Mama, a plant-based Mexican pop-up eatery and catering business.

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Suehiro Cafe, Little Tokyo Mainstay For Half Century, To Be Evicted Next Month

Facing a months-long threat of eviction, Suehiro Cafe has agreed to leave its 1st Street location by Jan. 16.

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