Here Are Los Angeles's 2024 James Beard Award Finalists
Los Angeles received only three nominations for the 2024 James Beard Foundation Awards, down from 10 in the initial long list.
The James Beard Foundation awards aim to highlight exceptional talent and a commitment to equity, sustainability, and a thriving hospitality industry. [ more ]
The 20 Essential Italian Restaurants in Los Angeles
LA's Mediterranean climate complements Italian cuisine well, with a long history of Italian influence in Southern California.
LA's Italian restaurants range from traditional eateries like Bay Cities Deli to more modern upscale spots like Valentino and Angelini Osteria. [ more ]
No salad says L.A. like the Caesar. 10 of the best to try right now
Los Angeles has a long-standing fascination with the Caesar salad, with variations of the dish being found in both trusted and trendy restaurants.
The Caesar salad is said to have originated in Tijuana at Italian-born Caesar Cardini's restaurant, but it was Cardini's ties to Los Angeles that made it a local staple. [ more ]