South L.A. Food Diaries: Peruvian restaurant Caveman Kitchen goes back to basics
Wilson Salguero migrated from El Salvador to Los Angeles. His restaurant Caveman Kitchen brings an amalgam of Latin American cuisine and culture to Vermont Avenue.
REVIEW: Rock & Reilly’s offers affordable Village dining
Rock & Reilly’s, USC Village’s new gastropub, is a sight for sore wallets in the complex’s lineup of pricy dining options.
South L.A. Food Diaries: Inside a family-run, family-inspired panadería
Joe Moreno grew up in a family of bakers. Today, he owns Celaya, a South Vermont staple known for its pan dulce and custom cakes.
Six appetizing lunch options at USC Village for under $10
From burgers to salads, enjoy these quick meal options without breaking the bank.
REVIEW: At Ramen KenJo, fast service doesn’t equate to quality
USC students who have been eagerly anticipating the addition of a ramen shop to USC Village might find themselves disappointed by Ramen KenJo’s fast-food style noodles priced at restaurant rates.
Five noteworthy, innovative hamburger spots in LA
From patty melts to classic burgers, these downtown haunts are worth the visit.
South L.A. Food Diaries: Behind the counter at Olympian Burgers
George Papachristos moved to Los Angeles in the late ‘90s. Having run Olympian Burgers for almost two decades, Papachristos turned the joint into a thriving business.
REVIEW: Pot of Cha brings authentic milk tea to South Fig
For tea connoisseurs, Pot of Cha is definitely the clear winner. The Red Ruby premium black milk tea with brown sugar gives a jolt of caffeine along with a satisfying sugar rush. It’s no wonder that the drink is one of Cha’s top-selling items.
Eating L.A. Before It Eats Itself: An obituary for LocoL, chef Roy Choi’s honest attempt at fast food
As my friend and I pushed through the restaurant’s door, two voices struck me with the same eagerness as an Apple retail employee: “Hello, welcome to LocoL!”
Say cheese! A definitive ranking of every mac and cheese at USC
The Daily Trojan has sampled every prepared mac and cheese (there are 10 of them!) that students can get on campus or at USC Village. Here is a definitive ranking to all the cheesy goodness you can get.