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Why This Beloved L.A. Chef Is Closing His James Beard-Nominated Restaurant in Chinatown

Wes Avila is looking forward to traveling and popping up around Europe and Asia, including spending more time at his Kyoto restaurant, PIOPIKO. He also alludes to a "sick" new project.

December 13, 2023

One of L.A.’s Oldest Mexican Restaurants, Olvera Street’s La Golondrina Café, Faces Eviction

The future of Olvera Street as a tourist destination has been in jeopardy since the pandemic, with reduced foot traffic and tens of thousands of back rent owed by concerned tenants there, who have all reported lower sales from both restaurants and merchandise.

September 14, 2023

The 20 Best Wings In Los Angeles

Mole wings. Jerk wings. Butter chicken wings. And even a secret spot singer Steve Lacy has offered $1,000 for just to know the location. But we'll never tell...

February 6, 2023