When anti-luxury ingredients are more lavish than caviar
The luxury of humble ingredients. Also: Who put the anchovy in Caesar salad? Armenian tacos. The most Asian Costcos. And vegan foie gras. I’m Laurie…
Culver City is now a destination for the comforts of pie
At the counter of Nicole Rucker’s new freestanding location of Fat & Flour in Culver City, pie is never far from the line of vision.…
A gorgeous new drinking destination for Dry January (and beyond)
It was a flash of stagecraft practically codified in modern cocktail bars. A dapper man behind the counter at Stay strained a reddish-bronze cocktail into…
Zero-proof cocktails and buh-bye ‘girl dinner’
Zero-proof drinking. L.A.’s iconic Ethiopian restaurant Meals by Genet reopens while Sweet Lady Jane, of L.A.’s beloved triple-berry cake, closes. Plus, Jenn Harris wants more…
The great fish taco that’s leaving L.A. … but may return
The last fish fry, plus what we ate in 2023 and what’s ahead for 2024. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of L.A. Times Food, with…
A classic L.A. restaurant where professional service is still in style
A devastating year for restaurant closures, plus the world’s most dangerous wine, a soup dumpling battle, a stocking full of restaurant guides to plan your…
These are the Food team’s favorite stories published this year
There are words like “petabytes” and “quintillion” to describe how much digital data the world generates daily. We can’t possibly catch every deeply researched, heartfelt…
Netflix is a Joke 2024 announces lineup with Ali Wong, Chris Rock, David Letterman and more
Netflix Is a Joke Fest announced its return next May after taking a year off in 2023. Netflix, in association with Live Nation, will deliver…
The 2023 edition of L.A.’s 101 Best Restaurants is here
Our annual super-project is live! Every year for a decade now, The Times has published an annual guide to the 101 best restaurants in Los…
The world’s best cheesecake might be at this Rome bakery
The Syrian table, the closing of Kinn, influencer restaurants and red wine headaches. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of L.A. Times Food, with this week’s…
Why BBQ master Aaron Franklin rejects ‘low and slow’
Breaking barbecue rules, last-minute pies, and Lego Nancy Silverton. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of L.A. Times Food, with this week’s Tasting Notes. Newsletter You’re…
The rise of the casual dumpling restaurant
Can you believe it’s November already? Hope you’ve all fallen back successfully and aren’t too depressed by the fact it’s pitch dark by 5 p.m.…
Star chefs and République’s 10 years in Charlie Chaplin spot
From République’s 10-year bash to the rush on Thanksgiving turkey and pie orders. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of L.A. Times Food, with this week’s…
How to make a six-course bean supper without meat
Is Thrifty ice cream doomed? In-N-Out Burger history, French fry obsessions, comfort dumplings and a whole lot of beans. I’m Laurie Ochoa, general manager of…
Some No campaigners using fear as a tactic, says Penny Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says there are some No campaigners who are saying things "designed to make people fearful" about the Voice to Parliament.Key points:Penny…
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says prime minister won’t visit China unless ‘progress’ is made
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has indicated Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won't travel to China unless "continued progress" is made to resolve trade and consular…
Australia wants to ensure ‘strategic equilibrium’ in Asia, says Foreign Minister Penny Wong
The foreign minister will use a National Press Club speech on Monday to declare that the strategic contest in Asia right now is much more…