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Food Lovers Guide to L.A.

Edited by Lesley Bargar Suter — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

We don’t know about you, but as the weather cools we find ourselves with cooking on the brain. Our cravings for quick summer salads are replaced by a hunger for slow braises and dense, crusty breads. These days stocking an up-to-date fall kitchen doesn’t stop at sweet potatoes and a Cuisinart. The buzzwords of the current local culinary scene include mycology, paiche, home brewing, and the cottage food law. To help you make sense of it all is our delicious and indispensable field guide to edible L.A., with information on where to find the best of everything, from avocado honey to fragrant za’atar.

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Altadena Farmers’ Market Avocado Honey
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Bitters Blanchet, Michel
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Cheese Coffee Cottage Food Law
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Dry Aging Durian
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Farm Stay Flour Foraging
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Gluten Granada Market
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Home Brewing
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Ice Cream Institute of Domestic Technology
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Jerky
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Knives Krüegermann
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Lebkuchen
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Master Food Preservers Meat Mycology
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“Nutella”
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Orangecello
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Paiche Pali Wine Co.Prospect Park Books
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Quinoa
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Raw Milk
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Sourdough
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Takikawa, Shu Turkeys
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Willan, Anne
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Yvan Valentin
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Plastic Surgery in L.A.

By Nancy Miller — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 18:41:00 GMT

The New L.A. Ideal

The Perfect Woman
The image of the torpedo-topped, Beverly Hills trophy babe as the stereotypical plastic surgery patient is about as dated as a Patrick Nagel print. So long, Pamela Anderson. Bienvenidos, Sofia Vergara.
The Perfect Man
Men are getting sucked into select procedures—usually when they can’t suck it in (or grow it back or exercise it off) anymore. Here’s a roundup of guy-specific procedures.

options, options

Face
A real-life, real-time account of what it’s like to get L.A.’s fastest face-lift
Skin
10 things besides Botox you can stick in your face
Teeth
An addiction to cosmetic enhancements might start with a craving for pearly whites
Below the Belt
Yep, there are even procedures for the naughty bits
Procedures du Jour
Express breasts! Pixel-perfect jaws! A way to wider eyes!

Seven Body Conscious Essays

The Naked Truth About The Future Of Your Face And Body
By Nancy Miller
Darwin-ning! A Theory of Unnatural Selection
By Katharine Schwab
A Man’s Take On Aging In Hollywood
By Rob Long
Botox: Filling Me Softly
By Monica Corcoran Harel
The Hidden Costs of a Beautiful Life
By Lauren Greenfield

Why We Love Bad Plastic Surgery
By Stacey Grenrock Woods
Before the “After”: The Ugly Truth About Recovering From Plastic Surgery
As told to Leslee Komaiko

PLUS:

The Dream Factory

By Nancy Miller — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 18:45:00 GMT

L.A.'s Best New Bars

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 18:33:00 GMT

We’d like to propose a toast: To our recent abundance of proper cocktails. To local beers and grand patios on which to imbibe them. To girls dancing on bar tops, to champagne sipped by firelight, and to nightspots that care less about who’s getting in and more about making sure those who do have fun. To L.A.’s best new bars—listed here in no particular order. May they pour stiff and prosper!

BEST NEW BARS

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True Bar Stories

Four bars. One night. This is what Los Angeles looks and sounds like on a Thursday at 10:30 p.m. Read

Yo Ho Ho And A Bottle of Rum

The first L.A. distillery since Prohibition, Greenbar Collective is thriving in new downtown digs. Its growth may be rapid; the process for making its Crusoe Organic Rum is not Read

Step into This Downtown Theme Dream

The transcendental wonderworld of the One-Eyed Gypsy, with design notes from the bar’s owner, Dana Hollister Read

Mixology

Four bars. One night. This is what Los Angeles looks and sounds like on a Thursday at 10:30 p.m. Read

52 Great Weekends

Fri, 18 May 2012 20:42:00 GMT

Photograph courtesy Urban Solis

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52 Great Weekends Gear

The May issue of Los Angeles magazine lays out a year’s worth of quick-hit getaways. Here are our favorite accessories to take along. All that’s left for you to do is pack Read

Watch associate editor Chris NIchols share his favorite weekend getaways on KTLA.

Race In L.A.

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:36:00 GMT

Ours is a city of many voices and cultures, of disparate backgrounds and conflicting interests. Twenty years ago this month, those fault lines ruptured. Whether you call it an uprising, a riot, or civil unrest, what happened on April 29, 1992, changed Los Angeles and the people in it, prompting Rodney King to famously ask, “Can we all get along?” We still want the answer to be yes. But it’s complicated.

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Flash Point

Even photographers were targets during the 1992 melee. How one captured the chaos in black and white

The Riots

Timeline: How the Riots Happened

From the Chinese Massacre of 1871 to recent unrest on high school campuses, some moments in the city's past are among it's most troubles hours

Slide Show: L.A. As War Zone

Exclusive photos of the Los Angeles riots by Ted Soqui

Slide Show: Race on Trial

Courtroom sketch artist Mona Shafer Edwards shares her drawings of the second Rodney King trial

Court Reporter

Writer-at-large Ed Leibowitz on covering the Rodney King federal trial for the LA. Weekly

The Sound of the L.A. Riots

KCRW DJ and culture critic Garth Trinidad remembers the civil unrest of 1992 with an eclectic playlist

Where We Were

Editor-in-chief Mary Melton and the staff of Los Angeles magazine remember the L.A. riots

20 Years After

Portraits of seven people who were changed forever by the riots. As told to Dave Gardetta

The Survivor

The Good Samaritan

The Politician

The Community Organizer

The 911 Operator

The Cop

The Activist

PLUS:
Community leaders from across L.A. tell us how the spring of 1992 shapes their vision of our city today

A roundup of events commemorating the L.A. riots

A Matter of Perpspective

Worth 1,000 Words

Two images define the 1992 riots, but the circumstances behind the chaos were far more complex

By John Ridley

Hyper Extensions

Hair is the great equalizer, as Erika Hayasaki discovers when she visits L.A.'s headquaters of weave

To Hush or to Hector?

Too often Erin Aubry Kaplan finds she must choose between being polite and speaking the truth

Mix and Match

Intermarriage is on the rise, but that doesn't mean it's always easy. Matthew Segal on building a better union

The Transplant

A British Indian living in L.A., Sanjiv Bhattacharya moves to a new neighborhood and finds diversity isn't what it's cracked up to be

Angry Young Man

A bilingual L.A. native, Ruben Martinez became a spokesman for being brown in 1992. It got old fast

Who's Sorry Now?

The daughter of Korean immigrants who make a mean Philly cheesesteak, comedian Kat Ahn laughs in the face of stereotypes

Language Lessons

While shooting his latest film, Mario Van Peebles got schooled in diversity

A Whole New Badge

The LAPD has changed in its ethnic makeup as well as its attitude. Natasha Vargas-Cooper rides along

In the Mix

See How We've Grown

Imagine Pittsburgh moving into L.A.—that’s how much our city’s population has swelled in two decades

Crossovers

A chef, a DJ, and two gym rats prove how following your passions can bridge any divide. Profiles by Amy Wallace

Check One, Please

Six Angelenos born in 1992 reveal how much and how little their mixed ethnicities define them. As told to Ann Herold

5 Global Dishes Every Angeleno Should Know

Five essential ethnic dishes represent L.A.'s racial diversity while making for one heck of a tasty lunch. Here's where to get them

Read more coverage of the L.A. riots from the archives of Los Angeles magazine

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The Issue at Hand
Lew Harris addresses the Los Angeles riots in his June 1992 letter from the editor

[June 1992]
War Heroes
Good guys who did the right thing during the Rodney King riots

[May 1997]
Happy Fifth Anniversary!
How could anything good have come out of the '92 riots?

[May 2002]
Smoke & Mirrors
Ten years later, what do we see when we remember the riots?

Bike + Run

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 16:49:00 GMT

Type illustration by Steven Wilson

Get Rolling

Mountain Mecca

Crisscross 1,000-year-old trails carved out by the Chumash tribe
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Ocean View

Cliff-top aeries instill a coastal attitude
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Canyon Way

A cold war relic guides you to a secluded valley
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The Slow Lane

No need to worry about bad drivers on these four bike-friendly routes
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What to Know

Bicyclists in Blue

Los Angeles has up to 250 active bike cops, with 1,500 more officers certified by the LAPD. Sergeant David Krummer is the acting liaison to the cycling community
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Random Bike Laws

We read the fine print so you don't have to
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Safety First

Dan Dabek, executive director of the Los Angeles bicycle education group C.I.C.L.E. (Cyclists Inciting Change thru Live Exchange), offers some advice for safe biking in the city
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The Lung and the Restless

An expert explains why L.A.’s air quality shouldn't spoil your workout
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Why to Ride

Biking to work fattens your wallet and slims you down. It’s also easier than you think
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Pack Mentality

Every morning of the week, in every part of the city, organized groups of road cyclists roll out in brightly colored convoys. From the Filipino-flavored Adobo Velo to the gay-friendly Different Spokes, there’s a club for all styles and skill levels
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What to Buy

A New Breed

The Trek Soho Deluxe isn't your average two-wheeler
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Gear Shift

Underfoot, on a wrist, or beneath a weary hamstring, sometimes a nifty gadget lends support
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Hollywood Behind Handlebars

Hitting the trail with yesteryear's celebrity cyclists
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So Long, Training Wheels

Tips to make your child's first ride stress-free
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Get Running

Step 1

Get off the couch
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Get some shoes
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Get some support
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Get on track
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Get down, dawg
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Get ready to race
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Spring Ahead

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:12:00 GMT

FRINGE FEST
Above Photograph: Etro silk “Flapper” dress, $4,633, and silk dress with fringe front, $1,714; at Etro Boutique, Beverly Hills, 310-248-2855. Lizzie Fortunato cuff; $238 at Tenoversix, L.A., 323-330-9355. Nialaya necklace; $650 at Nialaya Jewelry, Beverly Hills, 310-499-7162. Mawi ring, $400 at mawi.co.uk.

Geometric Shifts
Fashion and math converge in this season's bold shapes and angular patterns
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Denim Gets Loud

Jeans have quietly played backup for fussier front man blouses. This season they turn up the volume—all the way to 11. Here’s how to rock them
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Hard Candy

This season’s colorful accessories are sugary enough to satisfy your sweet tooth
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Grin and Bare It

What to wear when there’s nothing under there
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Soft Focus

How to create this season’s flirty eyes, strong brows, muted lips, and romantic braids
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Video: Geometric Shifts

Go behind the scenes of our Jazz Age-inspired spring fashion feature, shot at the famed Sowden House in Los Feliz, with senior editor Linda Immediato, art director Byron Regej, photo editor Amy Feitelberg, and the photography team JUCO
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Photogrpah (top) by Juco

Classic LA to Z

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:23:00 GMT

Typography by Daniel Pelavin

That 1930s terrazzo sidewalk you just stepped over? It’s got a story. So does that Cobb Salad you ate and the pier stretching into the sea. Herewith we offer 26 reasons to celebrate the city, from timeless places that provide comfort in their consistency to beloved institutions that continue to surprise. History is all around us—you just need to know where to look

A is for Architecture

Classic L.A. to Z: B is for BRIDGES

Classic L.A. to Z: C is for COBB SALAD

Classic L.A. to Z: D is for DWP

Classic L.A. to Z: E is for ELYSIAN PAR

Classic L.A. to Z: F is for FIGUEROA STREET TUNNELS

Classic L.A. to Z: G is for GHOST SIGNS

Classic L.A. to Z: H is for HARVELLE’S

Classic L.A. to Z: I is for ICE-SKATING RINKS

Classic L.A. to Z: J is for JACARANDA

K is for KUSTOM KULTURE

Classic L.A. to Z: L is for LAKE HOLLYWOOD

Classic L.A. to Z: M is for MOVIE PALACES

Classic L.A. to Z: N is for NEON

Classic L.A. to Z: O is for OBSERV-
ATORIES

Classic L.A. to Z: P is for PIERS

Classic L.A. to Z: Q is for QUAKES

Classic L.A. to Z: R is for THE RAINBOW

Classic L.A. to Z: S is for SEE’S CANDY

Classic L.A. to Z: T is for TERRAZZO

Classic L.A. to Z: U is for UNION STATION

Classic L.A. to Z: V is for VIN SCULLY

Classic L.A. to Z: W is for WAITRESSES

Classic L.A. to Z: X is for XENU

Classic L.A. to Z: Y is for YOGA

Classic L.A. to Z: Z is for Z-BOYS

PLUS: Read "Classic LA to Z, From Start to Finish," a behind-the-scenes account of how this February cover story was put together, by Chris Nichols

Best New Restaurants of 2011

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:41:00 GMT

This year L.A.'s freshest culinary stars dug down to their roots, introducing diners to Singaporean laksa, Peruvian ceviche, Israeli shakshouka , and meatballs like Nonna used to make. Add to that a swank seafood shack and the dramatic debut of one of reality television's most exciting innovators and you've got the city's most appetizing arrivals
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An Insider's Guide to the Best New Restaurants

Tips on what to eat, what to drink, when to make reservations, and more
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Too New To Tell

Some notable openings that just missed the deadline
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This Year in Dining

Some trends we love. Some, we don't
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Small Plates FAQ

Eight of our top 10 picks shun entrées in favor of diminutive dishes. We sort out the big deal about small plates
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German Lesson

This year's influx of sausage-slinging biergartens means there are more places than ever to score a beer and brat. Don't know your bock from your knock, let alone which suds to get on the side? Here's the best for the wurst
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Looking Up

Finally, a meal—a good one—with a view
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The Final Flip

So much more than a burger joint, the Sunset Boulevard Hamburger Hamlet delivered retro restaurant charm by the bunful. A eulogy for the landmark
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Plastic Surgery in L.A.

The New L.A. Ideal

The Perfect Woman The image of the torpedo-topped, Beverly Hills trophy babe as the stereotypical plastic surgery patient is about as dated as a Patrick Nagel print. So long, Pamela Anderson. Bienvenidos, Sofia Vergara.

The Perfect Man Men are getting sucked into select procedures—usually when they can’t suck it in (or grow it back or exercise it off) anymore. Here’s a roundup of guy-specific procedures.

options, options

Face A real-life, real-time account of what it’s like to get L.A.’s fastest face-lift

Skin 10 things besides Botox you can stick in your face

Teeth An addiction to cosmetic enhancements might start with a craving for pearly whites

Below the Belt Yep, there are even procedures for the naughty bits

Procedures du Jour Express breasts! Pixel-perfect jaws! A way to wider eyes!

Seven Body Conscious Essays

The Naked Truth About The Future Of Your Face And Body By Nancy Miller

Darwin-ning! A Theory of Unnatural Selection By Katharine Schwab

A Man’s Take On Aging In Hollywood By Rob Long

Botox: Filling Me Softly By Monica Corcoran Harel

The Hidden Costs of a Beautiful Life By Lauren Greenfield

Why We Love Bad Plastic Surgery By Stacey Grenrock Woods

Before the “After”: The Ugly Truth About Recovering From Plastic Surgery As told to Leslee Komaiko

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The Dream Factory

L.A.'s Best New Bars

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52 Great Weekends

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52 Great Weekends Gear

Watch associate editor Chris NIchols share his favorite weekend getaways on KTLA.

Race In L.A.

Flash Point

The Riots

A Matter of Perpspective

Worth 1,000 Words

In the Mix

Bike + Run

Get Rolling

Get Running

Spring Ahead

PLUS:

Classic LA to Z

The Perfect Woman
The image of the torpedo-topped, Beverly Hills trophy babe as the stereotypical plastic surgery patient is about as dated as a Patrick Nagel print. So long, Pamela Anderson. Bienvenidos, Sofia Vergara.

The Perfect Man
Men are getting sucked into select procedures—usually when they can’t suck it in (or grow it back or exercise it off) anymore. Here’s a roundup of guy-specific procedures.

Face
A real-life, real-time account of what it’s like to get L.A.’s fastest face-lift

Skin
10 things besides Botox you can stick in your face

Teeth
An addiction to cosmetic enhancements might start with a craving for pearly whites

Below the Belt
Yep, there are even procedures for the naughty bits

Procedures du Jour
Express breasts! Pixel-perfect jaws! A way to wider eyes!

The Naked Truth About The Future Of Your Face And Body
By Nancy Miller

Darwin-ning! A Theory of Unnatural Selection
By Katharine Schwab

A Man’s Take On Aging In Hollywood
By Rob Long

Botox: Filling Me Softly
By Monica Corcoran Harel

The Hidden Costs of a Beautiful Life
By Lauren Greenfield

Why We Love Bad Plastic Surgery
By Stacey Grenrock Woods

Before the “After”: The Ugly Truth About Recovering From Plastic Surgery
As told to Leslee Komaiko