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Opinion: We Must Defend Chicano Studies From Trump’s Attacks …Again
There is no doubt that attacks on courses like Chicano Studies are coming—indeed, they are already here. The assaults seen on Tucson’s Mexican American Studies and the1619 Project will only intensify and spread nationwide. The real question is: Are we prepared to confront them?
Angel’s Tijuana Tacos, L.A.’s Street Taco Kings, Open First Brick and Mortar Taquería
Seven years after opening his first stand in North Hollywood, 31-year-old Angel, born and raised in Glassell Park with Guerrero roots, has a whopping 16 stands across the I.E. and L.A.. And now this new home for guacamole-slicked al pastor fresh off the spit on handmade corn tortillas.
San Fernando City Council Rejects ‘Sanctuary City’ Motion, Fearing Repercussions
In the first part of the discussion, council member Joel Fajardo voiced his opposition to adopting the designation “Sanctuary City,” or any version of that, for the City of San Fernando, saying that the term is too problematic and politically charged.
After 46 Years, Guido’s Is Closing On L.A.’s Westside
The atmospheric red booths, framed celebrity photos, and vintage neon prized by so many locals will be gone after May.
The 14 Best Empanadas, from Van Nuys to Long Beach
L.A. may be a taco capital, but it has also emerged as an empanada capital–serving styles representing countries from Argentina to Venezuela to Cuba to Chile to Colombia.
Photo Essay: Angelenos Join Nationwide Protests Against Trump and Musk in DTLA
Using art and humor along with anger, the message was clear: The people of Los Angeles—along with many across the nation—will not stay silent when it comes to protecting the rights of the marginalized and demanding a more just and equitable future.
The Taquería Behind the #1 Al Pastor Taco In L.A. Is Opening a Second Location In Silver Lake
The second-generation taquero from Tijuana is particularly excited about the bigger kitchen in this second space that is closer to Dodger Stadium to offer new limited-edition tacos like his family’s secret recipe for crispy tripitas. He will also serve ice-cold cold fresh beer.
Long Beach’s Sourdough Panadería Is a Back-to-Back National Best Bakery Finalist
“We didn’t study business or baking, Ana [Salatino] and I just dove into it all with absolutely no experience, just romanticism for bread and passion for our community. So to be recognized nationally inspires us to keep going," says Arturo Enciso as he reflects on being named a finalist again for the "Outstanding Bakery" category of the James Beard Awards.
The 25 Best Breakfast Burritos In L.A.
A good breakfast burrito has the ability to fortify your body and soul, and will keep you full well into lunch or further. Here are our favorite ones.
L.A.’s Only Korean Street Food Stand Serves Hand-Sliced Bulgogi and Fruit-Fermented Kimchi
Only one dish, the tteokbokki, which costs $12, is priced over $10. And yes, they also serve Korean tacos and gimbap. The stand has no internet presence neither.
