[LA Weekly] Los Angeles Chefs Discuss Downtown L.A. at ALOUD
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[LA Weekly] Los Angeles Chefs Discuss Downtown L.A. at ALOUD

“We can forget all our troubles, forget all our cares and go downtown … everything’s waiting for you!” When Petula Clark sang this line in 1964 — albeit about New York — who could have known she was she forecasting the future of downtown Los Angeles as a culinary destination? Numerous chefs have claimed downtown spots over the past several years, bringing an array of styles and cuisines…. Continue reading

[LA Weekly] Tamale Trivia: 10 Fascinating Facts
FOOD / LA Weekly / Latin American food / Mexican food

[LA Weekly] Tamale Trivia: 10 Fascinating Facts

Last week, we told you about 10 spots for terrific Mexican tamales in L.A., from King Taco to Rivera. What we didn’t say is that the tamale is so versatile that hundreds of varieties exist within Mexico alone, not counting nouveau creations with ingredients like foie gras and truffles. Turn the page for 10 other fascinating facts about tamales…. Continue reading