Culture
The Rigorous Path to Becoming a Lion Dancer In One of Chinatown’s Oldest Dance Groups
A day in the life of Immortals Lion Dance in L.A.’s Chinatown, where generations of dancers—some in their 70s—perform at parades, weddings, and on-screen in films.
As Protests Raged Around Them, this ‘Banned In L.A.’ Punk Band Played to Hundreds At MDC
As the U.S. government wages war on immigrants, with Los Angeles bearing the brunt of ICE's violent tactics, this DIY Dead City show felt historic—echoing Rage Against the Machine's legendary protest set outside the 2000 DNC.
Sunday Taquitos #11: Rock Bottom
It’s a good question. Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
Meeting of Styles: A Year of Los Angeles Graffiti
Indiana Holmes shares his Top 15 Shots of 2025. Shoutout to the graff community and to everyone who participated in, and supported, this year’s Meeting of Styles.
L.A.’s Young Magicians Are Blowing Minds at Clubs, Pop Video Sets, and Taco Stands
Today's budding magicians are trading college and 9 to 5s to work with Chappell Roan, raise money for cancer patients, and perform at Magic Castle, marking a comeback for magic tricks in 2026.
How to Get L.A.’s Best Roscas de Reyes This Year
Here are the best places to find roscas in L.A., including vegan options. Plus, at-home recipes and the holiday’s dark origin.
Sunday Taquitos #9: There Will Be Blood
Stop us if you’ve heard this one before. Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
L.A. TACO’s Most-Read Culture Stories of 2025
These were L.A. TACO's most-read culture stories of the year.
