Zach Cordner

Born and raised in Riverside, Zach Cordner is a professional photographer and publisher of The Riversider Magazine. Zach created the print magazine 5 years ago for the love of his hometown. Tired of the negative stereotypes that Riverside and the IE have, Zach created a high-quality, photography-based magazine that highlights the amazing people, businesses and restaurants of Riverside with positive and uplifting stories about the community.

Inland Empire

The Ultimate Guide to the IE: Inner Inland Empire

Home to nearly 5 million people, the Inland Empire is one of Southern California's most misunderstood communities. Written by actual Inland Empire natives, our official guide cuts through the stereotypes and takes you straight to the real spots, including dishes and vibes you just can't get in L.A.

Ivan Fernandez, Juan Izguerra, Zach Cordner, and Ken Crawford

April 1, 2026