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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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Puerto Rican mofongo, Armenian tortas, and Guatemalan street food north of the 101 Freeway.
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Asha Starks, owner of Hot Grease, is honoring a Black tradition on her home turf — the OC.
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From square pan pizzas to Oaxacan tlayudas and ceviche on the beach, we've rounded up a few of our favorite spots.
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Yes it is! No it’s not! Okay, let’s call the whole thing off (while sipping coffee at this great spot we know).
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The craft brewery, along with Truly LA bar restaurant, will have reduced hours until next April..
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The review site released its 100 top sandwich spots, with five in SoCal. But they weren’t the usual contenders.
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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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It’s the cheeseburger event of the summer this weekend at Smorgasburg LA.
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Greenbar Distillery wants to make your home cocktail a breeze.
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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.”
