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Monica Berg named most influential for fifth year running – Drinks International – The global choice for drinks buyers

Monica Berg named most influential for fifth year running – Drinks International – The global choice for drinks buyers

“Quite often they're the root source of trends, the inflection point on the graph where thinking shifts and new ways of working are born.


From water ice to sno cones, here are six frozen treats to try that aren’t ice cream

From water ice to sno cones, here are six frozen treats to try that aren’t ice cream

Many people discover them through community events, and they offer a wide variety of flavors: from Blue Raspberry to Groovy Grape — and even Tiger’s Blood (Don’t take that name too literally).


4 Restaurants to Try This Fourth of July Weekend in Los Angeles

4 Restaurants to Try This Fourth of July Weekend in Los Angeles

To pair with the not-too-sweet beverage, fill a tray with anything that looks good from the pastry case, whether it’s a guava-filled bun, sugar-topped concha, or classic croissant.


Local bakery asks for community fundraising support to help pay employees

Local bakery asks for community fundraising support to help pay employees

Although they were supposed to be moved in and ready to open soon, Isa, the owner of Three Bites, said that unforeseen permit issues are delaying them 2-3 weeks, and now, they have no revenue whatsoever.


A 98-Year-Old Ice Cream Shop From Chicago Is Opening in Southern California

A 98-Year-Old Ice Cream Shop From Chicago Is Opening in Southern California

The menu was created by chefs David Almany and Thessa Diadem and includes tea, savories like cheese and onion biscuits, a trio of scones (plain, blueberry, and coffee date) with accouterments, and desserts.


The Ultimate Staycation Eating Guide in Pasadena, California

The Ultimate Staycation Eating Guide in Pasadena, California

The burgers are expertly layered with all-beef patties, crisp iceberg, house-made Thousand Island dressing, and dill pickles between griddle-toasted buns, while the pies’ flaky crusts come filled with either seasonal fruits (summer’s ollalieberries and spring’s rhubarb are among the favorites) or curds, puddings, and creams that are available year-round.


The Lonely Oyster Team Opens a Scandinavian Cafe Inside the Echo Park Lake Boathouse

The Lonely Oyster Team Opens a Scandinavian Cafe Inside the Echo Park Lake Boathouse

For lunch, Piknik will serve seasonal salads, open-faced sandwiches on Danish rye topped with chopped herring and apple with dill, a potato chip-encrusted wagyu schnitzel, and shaved sirloin with salted butter, horseradish aioli, pickled onions, tomato, and herbs.


Award-winning coffee roaster announces opening date of first brick & mortar

Award-winning coffee roaster announces opening date of first brick & mortar

While you won’t be able to find them popping up at farmers markets anymore for the time being, you can grab a bag of their beans at their retail space located inside their new shop.


How to Spend a 24-Hour Staycation in Santa Barbara

How to Spend a 24-Hour Staycation in Santa Barbara

Located just an hour and 40 minutes from Downtown Los Angeles by car, the city is full of quaint cafes, cocktail dens, tasting rooms, and restaurants serving casual and creative dishes using freshly caught seafood.


The 15 Hottest New Restaurants in Los Angeles, July 2024

The 15 Hottest New Restaurants in Los Angeles, July 2024

The Eater LA heatmap has existed for nearly two decades to answer the age-old question: “What’s new and notable in Los Angeles?” Though the local dining scene has endured tremendous challenges over the past few years, the city’s spirit of breaking ground and exploring new cuisines continues with every month of openings.


Frozen Dumpling Company That Sells at Erewhon and 99 Ranch Opens an Orange County Restaurant

Frozen Dumpling Company That Sells at Erewhon and 99 Ranch Opens an Orange County Restaurant

Located in the former Jackson’s Chicken space, it’ll serve crispy dumplings along with wok-fried noodles, Indonesian-style fried rice, and roasted vegetables, nodding to Southern California’s food culture melting pot.


A Running List of Los Angeles Restaurant Closures in 2024

A Running List of Los Angeles Restaurant Closures in 2024

All Flavor No Grease, one of LA’s most storied food trucks founded by social media star Keith Garrett from his home in Watts serving South LA-influenced tacos, quesadillas, and sandwiches, announced a final tour on Instagram that ended with service in Las Vegas on April 27.