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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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L.A. and coffee are synonymous, but how does it compare to other major U.S. cities?
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With several locations across LA, fans love Win-Dow’s tasty smashburgers — closely followed by their great prices.
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Greenbar Distillery wants to make your home cocktail a breeze.
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It’s the cheeseburger event of the summer this weekend at Smorgasburg LA.
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Both businesses and customers say they're generally supportive of the law.
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The restaurant, which claims to have invented the French dip sandwich, is closing on Aug. 3 after “numerous attempts at last-ditch efforts.”
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Fat and Flour founder Nicole Rucker shares her subversive brownie recipe that shouldn’t work, but somehow does.
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The most well-known hidden restaurant in L.A. offers a deal on a prix fixe menu.
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Bold flavors and inventive takes on traditional Indian cuisine, for a very attractive price.
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The burritos at La Azteca Tortilleria have been raved about by many, including the late food writer Jonathan Gold.
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A modern steakhouse offers excellent food at a great price.
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These new Filipino bakeries are putting a modern spin on their baking traditions.
