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  • Biriyani Kebob House: A Flavorful Pakistani Culinary Journey

    Biriyani Kebob House: A Flavorful Pakistani Culinary Journey

    Discover Biriyani Kebob House, a Pakistani gem in LA offering family-style dishes like lentil soup, haleem, and exceptional biryani. Enjoy tandoori naan, cooling raita, and generous portions.


    Capri Sun’s Giant Big Pouch: A Nostalgic, Refillable Mega-Drink

    Capri Sun’s Giant Big Pouch: A Nostalgic, Refillable Mega-Drink

    Responding to strong fan demand and 80% customer feedback, Capri Sun launches its largest product ever: the Big Pouch. This reusable, nostalgic mega-drink celebrates its 58th anniversary and customer loyalty, even inspiring fashion designers.


    Mariscos El Tambo: Compton’s Nayarit Seafood Gem

    Mariscos El Tambo: Compton’s Nayarit Seafood Gem

    Mariscos El Tambo, a popular Nayarit-style seafood restaurant in Compton, offers traditional dishes and a lively botanero atmosphere. Started as a food truck, it now thrives in a permanent location, drawing crowds with its fresh, spicy seafood and unique offerings, boosted by TikTok fame.


    Eater LA Editors’ Top Bites: Tarts, Duck, Coffee & More

    Eater LA Editors’ Top Bites: Tarts, Duck, Coffee & More

    Eater LA editors share their best recent finds, from Pinecone's unique fruit tarts and a decadent braised duck dish to Loto's cool brew, Cafe Saw's Greek salad, and The Offering Spoon's rich shrimp and grits.


    Drinking Very Hot Drinks Linked to Higher Esophageal Cancer Risk

    Drinking Very Hot Drinks Linked to Higher Esophageal Cancer Risk

    A large UK study links drinking "really hot" beverages to a triple risk of oesophageal squamous cell cancer (SCC), with 6+ hot drinks daily increasing risk by 71%. Cool drinks to potentially prevent 14% of SCC cases, despite self-reported temp limitations.


    Joshua Tree & Twentynine Palms: Culinary Gems in the High Desert

    Joshua Tree & Twentynine Palms: Culinary Gems in the High Desert

    Explore the best dining and drinking spots near Joshua Tree National Park, from classic BBQ and innovative pizzas to cozy cafes and sophisticated eateries. Discover the high desert's evolving food scene.


    Peak Restaurant Reopens: Tao Group Management, Elevated Dining & Edge Access

    Peak Restaurant Reopens: Tao Group Management, Elevated Dining & Edge Access

    Tao Group reopens Peak restaurant after redesign, offering improved dining, bigger windows with city views, and free access to Edge observation deck's immersive experiences. With returning staff, Peak is once again a top-tier dining destination.


    Sam’s Club Rebrands: New Logo, Slogan, & Membership Fee Hike

    Sam’s Club Rebrands: New Logo, Slogan, & Membership Fee Hike

    Sam's Club revealed a rebrand with a new logo and "Come Join Us" slogan, effective Oct 2025. Annual membership fees increase by $10 (basic to $60, Plus to $120). New stores feature modern design, healthcare, and Check & Go for faster shopping.


    LA Culinary Gems: Picala, Hong Kong Cafe & Casa Vega Reviews

    LA Culinary Gems: Picala, Hong Kong Cafe & Casa Vega Reviews

    Explore LA's latest dining scene with reviews of Picala's tapas, Hong Kong Cafe's cha chaan teng, and Casa Vega's fusion dishes. Plus, revisit the Huntington's Rose Garden Tea Room.


    Affordable Healthy Meals: Dietary Guidelines, Salmon Cakes, & Plant-Based Nutrition

    Affordable Healthy Meals: Dietary Guidelines, Salmon Cakes, & Plant-Based Nutrition

    Inspired by new dietary guidelines, this series offers healthy, plant-based recipes like salmon cakes under $5/serving. Experts laud nutritional balance (omega-3s, fiber, antioxidants) but debate affordability vs. ultra-processed food.


    Summer Culinary Buzz: LA Pop-Ups, New Menus & Special Dinners

    Summer Culinary Buzz: LA Pop-Ups, New Menus & Special Dinners

    NYC's Dual Poultry Please pops up in West Hollywood. Chef Justin Minutes reboots Jilli's menu. Cinque Terre West opens in Austin. Enrique Olvera headlines Palm Springs dinner. Wildcrust launches seafood series.


    Restaurant Resilience: Navigating Produce Safety & Consumer Trust

    Restaurant Resilience: Navigating Produce Safety & Consumer Trust

    Despite a produce recall creating supply chain woes, many restaurants are unaffected due to alternative greens or robust sourcing. While some consumers remain unfazed, others are health-conscious. Restaurants emphasize transparency and quality control to maintain customer trust.


    Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Faster Cognitive Decline in New Study

    Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Faster Cognitive Decline in New Study

    A study linked high artificial sweetener intake to a 62% faster cognitive decline over eight years, particularly impacting adults under 60. While observational, findings suggest potential adverse effects on brain health, with sweeteners like aspartame implicated.


    LA’s Culinary Delights: Marc Dos Santos’ Favorite Spots

    LA’s Culinary Delights: Marc Dos Santos’ Favorite Spots

    LAFC coach Marc Dos Santos shares his top restaurant picks in Los Angeles, highlighting the city's diverse food scene, from Italian to Mexican and food trucks, and comparing it to other great food cities like Montreal.


    Budget Groceries: Finding Cheapest Staples and Tracking Inflation

    Budget Groceries: Finding Cheapest Staples and Tracking Inflation

    Discover the most affordable grocery staples across major retailers like Walmart and Aldi. This guide highlights the cheapest options for cheese, chicken, eggs, fish, and ground beef, while also noting recent inflation trends in food prices.


    Restaurant Sei: Pushing Pizza Boundaries in Los Angeles

    Restaurant Sei: Pushing Pizza Boundaries in Los Angeles

    Restaurant Sei, led by William Joo, offers innovative Tokyo-influenced pizzas, moving beyond traditional Neapolitan. With a loyal following and expansion plans, Sei is making its mark on the global pizza scene.


    Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding: A Star-Studded NYC Food Fest

    Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s Wedding: A Star-Studded NYC Food Fest

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Madison Square Garden wedding featured an array of viral NYC eats, including Sartiano's, Danny & Coops burgers, and Mama's Too! pizza, making the food a standout amidst concert-worthy performances.