These Simple Mexicali-style, Aluminum Foil-Wrapped Burritos Are For ‘Lonches,’ Not Influencers
These are the burritos that northern Mexico is familiar with, especially in the borderlands that stretch from Juarez to Mexicali. These are the not french-fried filled burritos of San Diego, the beans-rice-and-meat burritos of Los Angeles, or the everything-and-your-mama burritos of San Francisco that most average civilians are familiar with. These are laborers' burritos sold out of a cooler, and so satisfying in the simplest way possible.
How to Make a Proper Altar for Day of the Dead
From your loved one's favorite dish to the spiritual significance of cempasúchil flowers and copal incense, here is our trusty step-by-step guide to build a respectful altar for Dia de Muertos this season.
Watch The Video For Marinero’s “Taquero,” Where Street Vending Meets Kill Bill
Spy Vs. Spy meets El Mariachi in defense of a hard-to-kill taquero in the new video by California artist Marinero.
ACLU SoCal Demands LAPD Officers Stop Obstructing L.A. TACO Reporter From Filming Homeless ‘Sweeps’
“Hopefully this letter will send a clear message to LAPD top brass that officers do not have the right to obstruct members of the media from exercising their 1st Amendment rights during encampment clearings," Lexis-Olivier Ray said in a statement.
Meet Mid-City L.A.’s Third-Generation Oaxacan Baker, Who Still Makes Traditional Hand-Drawn Pan de Muerto
As an increasing number of Dia de Muertos fans begin to build their altars this year, establishments like this bakery, owned by a third-generation panadero, still makes pan de muerto the painstaking hand-drawn way, making it as crucial as ever in Los Angeles.
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What Chinatown Tenants Can Teach Us About Saving “Affordable Housing”
Almost 1 million “affordable” homes will disappear over the next decade in the U.S. as tenants struggle to pay a rent that they can’t afford, or have to move out.
Tens of Thousands of Fans Showed up to San Pedro for NOFX’s Final Show Ever
After 40 years, NOFX ended their storied career next to the San Pedro water, with a sea of fans and supporting punk bands watching the band go off into the sunset.
Eight Sick Halloween Haunts In Los Angeles
From a theater experience that will scar you to a chance to play a character in a Halloween haunt, we have seven of the most immersive experiences in the city for your Halloween terror.
The Taco 69: These Are L.A.’s Best Tacos, Ranked
To live and eat tacos in Los Angeles. As the L.A.'s first publication dedicated to finding the best tacos, we are ranking our fine taco scene for the first time ever. It's the guide to end all other taco guides and dedicated to our members who support us and to the best damn city in the world—complete with a map. Happy 69ing. TACOS FOREVER.
Johnny Marr’s Show In DTLA Reminds Us That Not all Manchester Music Is Miserable
The iconic ex-guitarist, co-founder, and co-songwriter of The Smiths (1982-1987) played a sold-out show at the Orpheum Theatre. And yes, the genius behind "This Charming Man" reminded all of us that only he can truly play that song the way it's meant to be heard, no vocals needed.
Seven New, Must-Try Taquerías In L.A.
It’s never been a better time to live in L.A. and love tacos. For the last few years, the food media narrative behind L.A.’s arduous restaurant scene has been doom and gloom. But now, L.A. is experiencing a taquería explosion.
It’s Almost Time For The L.A. Greek Fest, October 5-6 In Pico-Union
The weekend is a must-see full of live music, incredible homemade Greek food, dancing, Cathedral tours and more. There will be gyros, loukoumades, pork souvlaki, and leg of lamb pita sandwiches, live Greek music and mariachi, traditional dancing, a dedicated kid's zone, a market for shopping and gifts, coffee, a taverna-style sports bar, and so much more.
News
Disneyland Sees Peaceful Protest for Palestine During Record-Breaking Heatwave
"The amount of people visiting Disneyland today matches the death toll in Gaza," said one of the signs. The peaceful protest organizers held it in front of the theme park to also bring attention to Disney's $2 million donation to organizations providing humanitarian aid to Israel.
‘I’m Innocent:’ He Was Stabbed In Prison After Nearly 20 Years, Will D.A. Gascón’s Policies Help Free Him Before It’s Too Late?
Fourteen people have been exonerated under the Gascón administration. And five people have been resentenced through the Conviction Integrity Unit. After nearly 20 years behind bars, Curtis Wallace is hoping for his own chance at exoneration.
Highland Park’s Charlie’s Tacos Returns to York Boulevard After City Removes ‘Unauthorized’ Red Paint
It is still unknown who painted the curb to attempt to kick out Charlie’s Tacos from vending on the same block the truck has been on for years, but the taquero has returned to its location to sell its famous birria, tacos al pastor, and other Mexican street food.
20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects
Aguilar-Larios was holding a gun during the foot pursuit, but the LAPD noticeably did not say he ever pointed the gun at the officers or anybody else.
Guides
What To Eat In L.A. This Weekend: Oktoberfest Breakfast Burritos, A New Guatemalan Pepián, and Lobster-Flavored Potato Chips
Welcome back to L.A. TACO's weekly roundup of food and event finds! For members' eyes only...
Five L.A. Ceviches That Skip the Seafood For Ribeye Steak, Pork Belly, and King Oyster Mushrooms
We have no beef with fish. But if you can't eat seafood or don't enjoy eating it much, here is a local list of five meat-based ceviche variations from around Latin America that still deliver that rush of freshness and flavor.
What To Eat This Weekend In L.A.: A Palestinian Woman-Owned Knafeh Cart in DTLA, Crimean Dumplings, and Guatemalan Revolcado
Plus a cultural festival in Watts with bubble waffles, chile relleno tortas, fried chicken, and ribs. And a spot to try a banh mi egg roll!
Seven Incredible Dishes to Try In Compton’s Exciting Atlantic Avenue Street Food Market
From gorditas estilo Durango, machaca and sushi Sinaloense, mariscocos, and birria estilo Tijuana, here are seven places down Atlantic Avenue in Compton to satisfy your cravings.
Neighborhoods
L.A.’s First Craft Molino Opens Today, Marking a Milestone In the City’s Taco Life
This groundbreaking, one-stop masa shop features ethically sourced white, blue, and red heirloom corn from Oaxaca and the state of Mexico. Tortillas, tostadas raspadas, and masa by the pound will be available for purchase, along with a small but mighty antojitos menu that features regional dishes never before seen in Los Ángeles.
What To Eat (and Drink) In L.A. This Weekend: This Mexican Cocktail Spot Is #14 On The World’s Best Bar List, and It’s Coming To Town
Plus, a local chef-studded benefit dinner for Chuy Tovar at Barrio Cantina featuring all of his favorite dishes on Tuesday starting at 5 PM.
Indigenous Chef Pyet DeSpain Bringing the City’s First Mexican-and-Native Menu to DTLA
While you may now be used to hearing Indigenous land acknowledgments before major sports events or graduation ceremonies at L.A.'s exorbitantly priced universities, until now, you’d be out of luck when looking for a restaurant that centers Native American cooking in Los Angeles...
Bestia’s Former Chef de Cuisine Opening a Taquería with a Full Bar —Stumbling Distance to Dodger Stadium—In Echo Park
Tuna tostadas with an Urfa chile salsa negra, confit duck mole, micheladas with pickled mussel, and more await you at this new taquería on Sunset Boulevard. And yes, it’s within walking distance to Dodger Stadium.
