Los Angeles is no stranger to culinary excellence, but the city’s dining scene has faced unprecedented challenges in early 2025. The devastating Palisades Fire ravaged Pacific Palisades and parts of Malibu, while the Eaton Fire tore through Altadena,leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Iconic restaurants like Malibu’s Reel Inn, Moonshadows, and Cholada Thai … Read more
Los Angeles Wildfires: A City in flames Amid Santa Ana Winds The skies over Los Angeles turned an ominous orange as wildfires, fueled by the notorious Santa Ana winds, ravaged the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. From the plush streets of Pacific Palisades to the historic hills of Hollywood, the flames left a trail of destruction, … Read more
Los Angeles’s Culinary Scene Heats Up: New Restaurants Now Open and Coming Soon The Los Angeles food scene is always evolving, with new culinary gems popping up across the city. This month brings a mix of established favorites expanding their reach and exciting newcomers offering unique dining experiences. From upscale japanese cuisine to classic American … Read more
LA Restaurant Closures: A Year of Losses for the City of Angels Table of Contents LA Restaurant Closures: A Year of Losses for the City of Angels Beloved Los Angeles Restaurant Shuts Down LA’s Culinary Losses: Beloved Restaurants we Miss Los Angeles Culinary Landscape: A Reflection on Lost Gems and Enduring Favorites 2024 proved to … Read more
LA’s Culinary Scene: A 2024 Retrospective Table of Contents LA’s Culinary Scene: A 2024 Retrospective Menu Mayhem and Neighborhood Gems late-Night Dining Woes and Din Tai Fung Dupes Hidden Gems and Resurrected Classics Pet peeves and plate explanations LA’s Culinary Landscape: A 2024 Report Card The Exciting Upswing The Frustrating Downside looking Ahead LA’s Hottest … Read more