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Gab Chabrán
What I cover
I write about all things food and drink, from the latest pop-ups to restaurant trends, and explore how food tells the region's story and connects us to the complex social fabric of Southern California.
My background
A lifelong resident of Southern California, my work has been featured on programs like Splendid Table and Good Food, and I've contributed to publications including L.A. Taco, Eater LA, Thrillist, Los Angeleno, KCET Artbound and The New York Times. In 2024, I was recognized as a James Beard semifinalist for audio reporting.
My goals
I aim to provide a current and up-to-date portrait of what’s happening in the Southern California food ecosystem by speaking with chefs, cooks, business owners — and you.
Best way to reach me
I'd love to hear any food ideas you might have. Email me at gchabran@laist.com. You can also find me on Instagram at @gabchabran.
Stories by Gab Chabrán
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The award-winning taquero Victor Villa made a cameo during the 60th Super Bowl.
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The Cypress Park restaurant is credited with defining LA's modern taco culture.
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These top-level chefs are bringing their A-game to redefine neighborhood dining.
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With its impressive Googie architecture, the diner is a landmark near the Santa Monica pier.
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Guelaguetza’s Bricia Lopez and LocoL’s Daniel Patterson are heading up the first two fundraising dinners.
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Chef Michael Tang's obsession with making the perfect breakfast evolved into Stanley's, his weekly Hollywood pop-up.
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Nearly 50 restaurants, 23 square miles and seven days to try all their cheeseburger specials.
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This year's semifinalists range from a Long Beach bakery to Los Angeles fine dining.
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L.A. County's oldest restaurant returns amid ongoing legal dispute.
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New bakery Miopane brings stuffed, pillowy bagels filled with things like matcha and chocolate hazelnut to Old Town.
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The annual reopening marks a fresh chapter for the downtown market.
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A legal battle has erupted between the family that operated the business for nearly 30 years and the property owners.
