Heady odors and sensory overload as 5,200 cheeses compete for the World Cheese Awards
The first thing that hits you at the World Cheese Awards is the smell.
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New and seasonal items at restaurants this autumn
Look for interesting meatballs at Lazy Dog and The Cheesecake Factory, Dubai chocolate at BJ's,...
Farmer Boys introduces Queso Poblano
The spicy cheese sauce is featured a pair of in breakfast burritos and as a...
Chain announces new ‘holiday house’ pop-up event coming to LA in December
The event running in December, will bring chain restaurants together for collaborative holiday drinks and...
Apple and pumpkin face off for America’s favorite holiday pie
More than half of all Americans plan to finish their Thanksgiving dinner with a slice...
These are 10 must-try bakeries in the Los Angeles area
Get your sweets on at these bakeries
In-N-Out Burger launches a foundation to fight homelessness
The Southern California burger chain is inviting its customers to round up their purchases this...
Recipe: Fruit, seeds, almonds and chestnut flour team up to make Energy Balls
The tiny round snacks are made with flax seeds, dried banana slices, pitted dates, apricots,...
Thanksgiving 2025: These restaurants offer take-home feasts
Families can get complete turkey or ham dinners without hours of work in the kitchen.
Catch the island spirit at Hermosa Beach’s new tiki bar
Tiki Kai opens its tropical doors in Hermosa Beach.
Recipes: Here are 5 dishes you can make ahead for Thanksgiving dinner
You can make a soup, an appetizer, wild rice dressing, cranberry chutney and a dessert...
Tempura is always tempting at this Pasadena restaurant
Sushi also is a starring attraction at Tendon Tempura Carlos Junior, says food critic Merrill...
5 simple soup recipes to work into your cooler-weather rotation
Soup is a cool-weather mainstay in many kitchens.
Veterans Day 2025: Dining freebies and discounts for military
Offers range from breakfast to dinner on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Del Taco has a new $2.99 combo; here’s what you get
The Lake Forest chain's Micro Meal features a miniature version of its Beef and Cheddar...
Map: Every OC restaurant featured in ‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ season 19
The Housewives appeared in over two dozen Southern California restaurants. Find out where.
Mediterranean-inspired rooftop bar and restaurant opens in downtown LA
A party vibe mixes with a laid back restaurant at this new downtown LA rooftop...
Flavors from Argentina, Uruguay star at this Sherman Oaks restaurant
You’ll enjoy a tasty sense of déjà vu at Alto Fire to Table, says food...
The best things we ate at Southern California restaurants in October
From witches brew to pumpkin spice to fall comfort foods, here are the best things...
A recipe for Fish Stick Panzanella from ‘The Blue Food Cookbook’ elevates a frozen staple
Fish sticks can be elevated by pairing them with fresh ingredients.
A new ‘Blue Food’ cookbook champions fish and other seafood for any meal
The chefs aim to dispel confusion about seafood choices.
A ‘Top Chef France’ semifinalist is behind a new Santa Monica brasserie
Classic French food comes to Santa Monica.
Registration is open for In-N-Out car cruise in Redondo Beach
Here are the details for the annual fundraiser, which will take place Jan. 17 at...
Recipe: Use leftover chicken to make this delicious soup
Whether your roasted chicken is homemade or store-bought, combine it with rice, lemon juice, eggs...
Halloween 2025: Restaurant discounts and special menu items
Specials range from decorated doughnuts and eerie cocktails to parties at Chuck E. Cheese, not...
Dunkin’ will hold a World Series pep rally in LA on Tuesday, Oct. 28
The event celebrates the Dodgers as they face the Toronto Blue Jays. Randy's Donuts and...
East Hampton-inspired restaurant opens in Redondo Beach
Montauk aims to offer an elevated coastal flare to Redondo Beach.
Recipes: These slow-simmered stews are a rich concoction for fall
Here's how to make Ina Garten's Ultimate Beef Stew, Almost Beefless Beef Stew and One-Pot...
Where to find pan de muerto in the Inland Empire for Dia de los Muertos
The sweet bread, used to honor loved ones, is sold at grocery stores for the...
After the Eaton fire, this Altadena restaurant offers hope on every plate
From a small storefront, Betsy delivers a wonderful culinary experience, says food critic Merrill Shindler.
Dana Point shakeup: Shelter Distilling moves in as StillWater Spirits unveils new Hawaiian concept
A new small-batch distillery and a Hawaiian concept are set to drop anchor in the...
Beachwood in Huntington Beach honors the late ‘father of Wine Country cuisine’
The brewery and restaurant will be adding three dishes to its menu from Oct. 23-Nov....
Car cruise backed by In-N-Out Burger moves to Redondo Beach
In prior years, the fundraiser to combat human trafficking has taken place on Pacific Coast...
Two Orange County restaurants throwing ghoulish Halloween bashes
While most fright night fun involves waiting at home for trick-or-treaters, two Orange County restaurants...
Famous Dave’s BBQ opens new location in Downey
The new location includes a bar with more than 20 beer options and multiple TVs.
Recipe: Roasted pears exude the taste of autumn
The delicious and versatile fruit can be used as a side dish, appetizer or dessert.
In-N-Out Burger’s rock band takes its show to Hollywood
The Southern California chain put on a fundraiser to combat substance abuse at the Hollywood...
Jack in the Box sells its entire stake in Del Taco at huge loss
The $115 million cash deal is aimed at bolstering the San Diego fast-food company's bottom...
Randy’s and Dunkin’ are selling Dodger-themed doughnuts
Both the West Coast and the East Coast chains are celebrating the team's chances of...
McDonald’s will bring back Boo Buckets on Tuesday, Oct. 21
Burger King and Dunkin' also offer buckets suitable for trick-or-treating this Halloween season.
These are 5 LA-area restaurants where the experience goes beyond food
Several LA restaurants offer themed and unforgettable dining experiences
The Habit Burger & Grill is testing a protein shake; find out where
The limited-time item is made with protein-rich Muscle Milk.
Build your own soup at new hot pot spot in the San Gabriel Valley
New hot pot restaurant opens in Monterey Park.
Taco Bell brings back crispy chicken with another new hot sauce
The chain is partnering with venerable Frank's RedHot, credited with being used in the first...
Southern California breweries win at the Great American Beer Festival
Nine breweries in Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties won gold medals at the...
Del Taco launches grilled marinated chicken menu for the fall
New chicken menu is available through Nov. 11.
This Northridge coffee shop serves nostalgia for breakfast and lunch
Opened the same year as Disneyland, Joyce’s is a delicious throwback, says restaurant critic Merrill...
Gordon Ramsay gastropub coming to Downtown Disney
The ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ celebrity chef is teaming up with Earl of Sandwich on the upcoming...
Trader Joe’s Halloween mini-totes are here. Shoppers are lining up to get them
Mini-tote mania is back at Trader Joe's on Wednesday morning as shoppers started lining up...
The Dubai chocolate craze is now about much more than bars
Brands and bakers are riffing on the concept, translating it to croissants, milkshakes and more.
An Italian born chef brings the flavors of Sicily to the LA Arts District
The chef, who previously opened Casa Mia Sicilian Restaurant in La Puente and Farina Pizza...
National Taco Day 2025: Where to find BOGOs on Oct. 7
Taco Bell and Del Taco are among the restaurant chains going big for the occasion.
Waterfront dining is back at San Pedro Fish Market with opening of New Landing
New back deck offers about 1,500 waterfront seats at San Pedro Fish Market.
The best things we ate at Southern California restaurants in September
From seafood gumbo to hojicha tres leches, here are some of the best things our...
Celebrity pastry Chef Chris Ford to open chocolate shop in West Hollywood
Pastry chef Chris Ford is bringing his creative sweets to West Hollywood.
Mom and pop taco shop in North Hollywood named top taco spot in the U.S. by Yelp
More than two dozen Southern California restaurants made Yelp's list of Top Taco Spots in...
Mexican food in Burbank takes many delicious turns at this restaurant
There’s lots to love on the menu at Amor a Mi, says food critic Merrill...
Recipe: Preserving food allows you to capture the season’s bounty
Preserving food can include pickling, fermenting, dehydrating, and storing in olive oil.
The master winemaker behind America’s bestselling Chardonnay bids farewell
Randy Ullom, the viticulture pioneer who helped bring Chile's blockbuster grape to California, retires after...
Black Lagoon Halloween pop-up bar returns to 3 local places this October
Spooky traveling bar takes over three local spaces for Halloween.
Recipe: This pan sauce gives a flavor kick to sauteed fish fillets
The sauce, featuring 'brown bits' from cooking, includes oil, garlic, ginger, green onion and white...
Girl Scouts drop Exploremores: Is the new ‘rocky road’ cookie worth the hype?
The ardent annual cookie pushers have a new challenger, the Exploremores. But does it reign...
Recipes: Make jams, spreads and pickles at home using cold canning
Use the labor-saving technique to create Raspberry Jam, Bread and Butter Pickles and Cowboy Candy.
Dutch Bros is opening its first Los Angeles shop and another in Santa Clarita
The nationwide coffee chain plans to open their first location in Exposition Park near the...
Famed LA Chinese food restaurant Genghis Cohen now open for indoor dining
Chinese restaurant that inspired a "Seinfeld" episode re-opens for indoor dining at new location.
Norms Restaurants will give its menu a huge expansion on Oct. 1
The new lineup includes innovations such as enchilada omelet, tweaks to old favorites and an...
In-N-Out Burger opens new drive-thru in Monrovia on Thursday, Sept. 25
The Southern California burger chain opened its doors early for diners waiting at the drive-thru...
Chubby Cattle BBQ set to open new location in the San Fernando Valley
New anime inspired all-you-can-eat spot set to open in Canoga Park.
Klatch Coffee announces 20 new cafes in Sprouts markets
The expansion will take place throughout Southern California and include the Rancho Cucamona-based chain's debut...
Kids get in free to many San Diego attractions in October
October is the 14th annual "Kids Free" month in San Diego with more than 100...
Michael’s on Naples in Long Beach to close on Sept. 30
Owners of the Long Beach Italian staple gave no reason for the closure in a...
It may look delicious, but don’t try to eat the food at this new exhibition
The art of food replica is on the menu at this new exhibition.
Recipe: Cottage cheese pancakes are packed with protein
The recipe also calls for six whole eggs in the batter.
Norms hotcake championship brings world class eaters to Ontario
The event attracted top professional eaters from the United States and beyond seeking to win...
Oktoberfest 2025: Communities gather for weekend festivals
Street fairs and festivals in parks feature German food, beer and often family fun.
Map: 5 Southern California non-dairy frozen treats to try before the summer ends
These Southern California dessert shops serve vegan and dairy-free ice cream sandwiches, shaved ice and...
Here’s a taste of the new brunch menu at Creole hot spot Harold & Belle’s
New weekend brunch menu debuts at popular Creole restaurant
From Laguna Niguel to Montreal: An OC-raised scholar’s new book delves into queer food
"Queers at the Table: An Illustrated Guide for Queer Food (with Recipes)" features an array...
Norms will hold a hotcake eating contest in Ontario, Saturday, Sept. 20
Professional eaters will vie for a $10,000 purse at the event in Ontario Mills shopping...
In Canoga Park, enjoy a classic American diner experience
Henri’s Restaurant is a culinary time capsule, says food critic Merrill Shindler.
Smash burger spot Chris N Eddy’s to open second location in Van Nuys
More smash burgers coming to the San Fernando Valley
Oktoberfest 2025: Beer, food and fun at breweries and restaurants
Events throughout Southern California combine the best of local customs with the wurst.
How Vinh Nguyen is redefining L.A.’s bar scene with Asian flavors and intimate concerts
The chef breaks down the inspiration of five of the Los Angeles restaurant's top dishes.
National Cheeseburger Day 2025: Where to find deals
Chains including Applebee's, Jack in the Box, Smashburger and The Melt have announced promotions.