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  • Great Glizzies Food Truck: Columbus’s New Hot Dog Spot Opening Spring

    Great Glizzies Food Truck: Columbus’s New Hot Dog Spot Opening Spring

    Columbus's Great Glizzies Food Truck, owned by Grace Chavarria-Mitchener, is set to open this Spring. It will serve unique hot dogs like BBQ Brisket and Brunch Dogs, but unlike others, it has no plans for a permanent brick-and-mortar location.


    LA’s Best Steakhouses: A Guide to Prime Cuts & Iconic Dining

    LA’s Best Steakhouses: A Guide to Prime Cuts & Iconic Dining

    Discover Los Angeles' premier steakhouse scene, featuring diverse options from Argentinian-grilled prime to dry-aged wagyu. This guide covers classic chophouses, modern palaces, and unique culinary concepts across Beverly Hills, Venice, Burbank, and Santa Monica.


    Raising Cane’s Trespass Incident: Police Investigate Viral Social Media Claim

    Raising Cane’s Trespass Incident: Police Investigate Viral Social Media Claim

    Police investigated a viral social media claim of inappropriate behavior at Raising Cane's. Officers found no sexual activity, issuing trespass notices instead. The incident, involving two individuals, was falsely amplified online as 'intercourse.'


    California’s ADDE Act: Mandatory Allergen Disclosures for Major Restaurant Chains

    California’s ADDE Act: Mandatory Allergen Disclosures for Major Restaurant Chains

    California now requires restaurants with 20+ locations to list major allergens on menus. The ADDE Act aims to ensure dining safety and reduce anxiety for thousands of residents living with severe food allergies.


    Harun Coffee Reinvents Leimert Park Space as a Day Cafe and Night Lounge

    Harun Coffee Reinvents Leimert Park Space as a Day Cafe and Night Lounge

    Harun Coffee in Leimert Park, LA, reopened Jan 9, 2023, transforming into a 2,200 sq ft day cafe & night lounge. Owner Chace Johnson collaborated with Community Labs & Akin Co. on the redesign, featuring a hi-fi system & African coffee. It's a popular community hub.


    Vandell: Los Angeles Bar with Unique Cocktails, Vintage Spirits & Engaging Food

    Vandell: Los Angeles Bar with Unique Cocktails, Vintage Spirits & Engaging Food

    Vandell, a new Los Feliz bar, defies LA's "abysmal vibes," consistently packed with millennials. It features unique cocktails like a banana alcoholic drink and smoked tomato, vintage spirits, an engaging food menu, and distinct intimate areas.


    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.


    WSET Appoints New Chair & Trustee: Roberts & Paynter

    WSET Appoints New Chair & Trustee: Roberts & Paynter

    Roberts becomes WSET's chair, succeeding Simon, while Paynter joins as trustee. Their expertise aims to boost WSET's global drinks education leadership & future growth.


    Chipotle’s Price Hike Sparks Outrage: Is It Justified?

    Chipotle’s Price Hike Sparks Outrage: Is It Justified?

    A content creator slams Chipotle for high prices ($25+ for a burrito bowl). The chain cites inflation and rising costs of beef, dairy, and avocados as reasons for the price increase, impacting customer traffic.


    LA Eater’s Best Bites: Pumpkin Curry, Katsu Sando & Olvera Road

    LA Eater’s Best Bites: Pumpkin Curry, Katsu Sando & Olvera Road

    Eater LA editors share top dishes: Miya's pumpkin curry, Cafe 2001's katsu sando (Konbi vibes), and Cielito Lindo's Olvera Road classics. Seasonal meals, standout dishes, Los Angeles.


    Thanksgiving Pizza Craze: Pino’s Viral TDay Pie!

    Thanksgiving Pizza Craze: Pino’s Viral TDay Pie!

    Pino's Pizza in Deer Park went viral with its Thanksgiving pizza! Roasted turkey, gravy, stuffing, and cranberry sauce top this unconventional pie. High demand led to turkey shortages.


    Hermon’s: New American Steakhouse Opens in Northeast LA

    Hermon’s: New American Steakhouse Opens in Northeast LA

    Hermon's, a New American, steakhouse-leaning restaurant from Last Word Hospitality, opens in Northeast LA. Chef David Kolender focuses on local produce and classic dishes with a modern twist. Unique cocktails and wines available.


    Mocktails Rising: The Future of Drinks?

    Mocktails Rising: The Future of Drinks?

    Nonalcoholic drinks are gaining popularity as a legitimate option. Experts see this trend as the future, though some worry about diluting traditional cocktail culture. Mocktails gain popularity in bars.


    Awan: Coconut-Based Vegan Gelato Sensation

    Awan: Coconut-Based Vegan Gelato Sensation

    Awan's coconut-based gelato delivers rich flavors like Balinese Vanilla Bean and Chocolate Oreo (with kluwek & gluten-free Oreos). Find locations in Venice, West Hollywood, & Larchmont. Business linked to Dayglow coffee.


    Hojokban: Modern Korean Cuisine Expansion in Los Angeles

    Hojokban: Modern Korean Cuisine Expansion in Los Angeles

    Hojokban, a modern Korean restaurant, opens in Los Angeles with plans for national expansion. Emphasizing innovative dishes and soju-based cocktails, it offers a unique dining experience rooted in Korean traditions.