Food

Outdoor dining becomes a permanent fixture in California. How it will work

Using sidewalks and parking lot started as a way to help restaurants during the pandemic. Two news laws aim to help a still-struggling industry.

Here's why I think Orange County has a better food scene than Los Angeles

Yes, it's controversial, but let me explain.

A perfectly laminated, spiral-shaped viennoiserie—likely a croissant-style pastry—held delicately by a gloved hand.

Find legendary eateries along this weekend’s CicLAvia route in the heart of LA

Bike, skate or walk through Westlake, Chinatown, Little Tokyo and Boyle Heights — and refresh yourself at these icons along the way.

The interior of Grand Central Market, showing people walking. To the left is a blue and yellow neon sign that reads Saritas Pupuseria. Above is another neon sign that is in the shape of country of El Salavador.

A ubiquitous flower in LA is a reminder of homeland for a Salvadoran chef

At this time of year, the flor de izote blooms in Los Angeles. The Salvadoran American chef Karla Tatiana Vasquez says the flowers are both a delicacy and a connection to her identity.

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Long Beach is first city in the nation to impose new check-out lane rules

The new ordinance applies to certain grocers operating in the city and has led to some self-checkout lanes to shutter.

A sign in a supermarket stating "Important changes to self-checkout" followed by a list of rules.

Can this reimagined Choco Taco compete with the iconic original? We have our verdict

The beloved ice cream was discontinued in 2022. The Salt & Straw ice cream chain is aiming to improve on our childhood memories with a new version.

A hand holds a taco made of a wafflecone and filled with ice cream, dipped in chocolate.

Long Beach doughnut shop puts eclectic, whimsical twist on classic sweet treats

Moonbridge Doughnut Studio creates pop culture-inspired designs, including from “Spirited Away” and “The Office.”

Six doughnuts are lined up in a paper box. The one on the top left has dark blue icing and with yellow stars, the one in the middle has a coffee-brown icing and edible "cigarette" made out of an Italian breadstick. On the bottom, the far right donut is covered in light blue icing and an orange edible fish, with the one next to it covered in pink and black with the words "Burn Book" affixed to the front.

The magical source behind your favorite pastrami sandwiches and chili dogs

It all starts in one LA factory, a slice of carnivore heaven.

When Yue Wa Market closes this week, Chinatown will lose a neighborhood anchor

Grocer Amy Tran survived nearly two decades, but then came rising rent, thefts, pandemic losses and a family crisis.

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An Asian woman stands at the entrance of a small market under a green tarp, smiling and holding a bunch of long green beans. Behind her, a younger Asian man stands amid stacked produce boxes, and shelves of groceries line the back.

Ube may be one of America's favorite flavors right now, but this purple phenomenon has ancient roots

From survival crop to social media sensation, the 11,000-year journey of the purple yam — and the Filipino-American entrepreneurs who made it happen.

Four slices of bread spread with purple ube halaya on white plate next to ube ice cream bowl and jars.

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