New vendor ready to serve students at Trojan Farmers Market
L.A. native Johnny Richard attended his first farmers market early this month.
Eating L.A. Before it Eats Itself: How social media made sandwich and seltzer sales skyrocket
Under the vibrant orange hue of fluorescent lights, thousands have gathered, arms outstretched toward a new temple offering a singular form of solace: chicken. For years, it has been neglected, cast in the shadow under other chicken-serving giants. But now, it had emerged, blinking in the morning sun … a chance — at long last […]
Eating L.A. Before it Eats Itself: L.A’s Grand Central Market is rapidly tainting its legacy
In the midst of a dinner rush at Grand Central Market, secluded from the main arteries of the food hall gushing with people, I’m sitting perched on a barstool, staring at a wall of bagged tostadas. In front of me is a plate piled high with fresh shrimp ceviche, speckled with crisp cucumber and cilantro. […]
Tirebiter opens doors to USC community
The restaurant-bar held its grand opening this weekend, featuring a live music lineup.
Eating L.A. Before It Eats Itself: Between avocado and jam, a toast to LA’s best toasts
While there is an abundance of great toast in Los Angeles, four have carved their way into the fabric of the city, each becoming icons in their own way: the avocado toast from Dinette, the crunchy french toast from Blu Jam Cafe, the chicken liver toast from Animal and, of course, the ricotta toast from Sqirl.
Cheesecake de Granger delivers pastries to your doorstep
Every day, Sacha Granger hits the L.A. streets to serve her sweet concoctions.
South L.A. Food Diaries: South L.A. native brings family restaurant into digital age
College junior Alexis Uriel Navarrete inherited the Salvadoran eatery when his father retired. With a business education and youthful zest, he aims to modernize the restaurant.
Exploring LA’s first-ever coffee festival
From history to beauty products and endless cups of coffee, the L.A. Coffee Festival attracted espresso enthusiasts and vendors alike from all over the world.
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.