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  • Eater Los Angeles
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  • Matthew Kang
  • Editor of Eater
  • 2025 December


    Food Influencer Scams: Restaurants Fight Back

    Food Influencer Scams: Restaurants Fight Back

    Restaurants are battling fake food influencers demanding free meals for exposure. Scams and inflated demands plague eateries, prompting caution and new vetting strategies. TikTok boosts restaurant visits.


    Trader Joe’s: Chocolate Mascarpone Re-launch & Fan Favorites

    Trader Joe’s: Chocolate Mascarpone Re-launch & Fan Favorites

    Trader Joe's re-launched chocolate mascarpone & pudding cups. Reddit users praise Trader Joe's for quality brands. Seasonal treats, awards, and mini tote bags also highlighted.


    LA’s Newest Restaurants: November’s Hottest Openings

    LA’s Newest Restaurants: November’s Hottest Openings

    A roundup of November's exciting restaurant openings in Los Angeles, featuring diverse cuisines from Singaporean xiao long bao to Venezuelan arepas and updated Korean dishes, plus new pizza spots.