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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 nonprofit California Restaurant Foundation says it has $2.42 million to help more than 200 restaurants.
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Where to find the perfect French fries in LA that are not too soggy or too crispy.
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Providence, the two-star Michelin restaurant on Melrose, offers a tableside margarita that costs 100 bucks. Is it worth it?
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The Greek restaurant and market has been in the Pico-Union neighborhood for more than 70 years.
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A new book, 'Margarita Time' by Caroline Pardilla, explores how one Mexican cocktail captured our heart.
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The tradition of iftar is thriving in SoCal during Ramadan. Here's what it's like to be at the tableTwo LAist colleagues attend iftar to break the Ramadan fast together with a Palestinian family in Rowland Heights.
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The beloved public radio show about food and cooking comes to LA for a live taping.
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The L.A. Dodgers will face the Chicago Cubs in a historic matchup at the Tokyo Dome, live at 3 a.m. on Tuesday morning. What should be on your opening day menu?
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These LA-area restaurants could also receive a Bib Gourmand affordable dining award or even a star at the awards event in August.
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Richard Williams, co-owner of Atwater's Village Bakery and Cafe, says the recent billion-dollar bird flu package won’t help quickly enough.
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Feeling beachy, even if you're not near the ocean? Maybe a quality fish taco could hit the spot.
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Eating a plant-based diet doesn’t have to cost the earth.
