Beef "double-dip" with cheddar at Philippe the Original

L.A.'s Most Iconic Dishes: The Classics

02/19/2019

Daniel Djang

By Daniel Djang and Stacey Sun

Los Angeles has one of the most exciting and influential dining scenes in the country. Contemporary L.A. chefs are creating globally inspired dishes that are already considered modern classics. For generations, many dishes that were created in L.A. have become culinary icons, featured on menus across the country and around the world. Here are classic L.A. dishes that have stood the test of time.

Charcuterie at Bestia

The Best Restaurants in Downtown Los Angeles

10/05/2017

Discover Los Angeles

GQ Magazine has called Downtown Los Angeles “America’s Next Great City” and “the coolest new downtown in America.” Downtown L.A. has certainly come a long way in recent years. There were great places to eat in Downtown before its current renaissance, but the choices were limited. That's no longer the case, as acclaimed chefs and visionary restaurateurs have created a thriving dining scene in Downtown L.A. With so many restaurants opening in Downtown, deciding where to eat can be a tough choice. Read on for a guide to Downtown L.A.’s newer restaurants and classic dining spots.

The Best of L.A. in 2014

06/17/2015

Discover Los Angeles

Los Angeles is one of the world’s most dynamic cities, constantly evolving and expanding its possibilities. Even frequent visitors and longtime residents who think they know L.A. can always discover something new in this exciting metropolis. Read on to find out more about the numerous developments and events taking place in the City of Angels. How many of these must-sees will you scratch off the bucket list this year?

Far Bar in Little Tokyo

Hidden Gems in Downtown Los Angeles

06/20/2016

Esther Tseng

Downtown Los Angeles has undergone a revitalization the past several years, growing beyond the city's business center to becoming a cluster of various neighborhoods with their own distinct personalities. From the Arts District to the Historic Core, and Chinatown to South Park, every enclave makes Downtown rich with culture and opportunity. Check out a few of the lesser-known attractions, which highlight the best of Downtown's history, its exciting present and bright future.

Jennifer Lopez at the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Guide to Spotting a Celebrity in L.A.

09/26/2018

Discover Los Angeles

Like swarms of bees searching for nectar, packs of paparazzi travel across Los Angeles day and night in search of that next buzzworthy shot of popular celebrities. The encounter might be as ordinary as a celebrity buying groceries, or as rare as a global superstar having a romantic date night at the beach. Witnessing the paparazzi portion of the star-making cycle is an authentic L.A. experience.

The rich and famous people who live in LA may go to great lengths to protect their privacy, but the paparazzi have uncovered their favorite public haunts. you’de like to know how to meet a celebrity in Los Angeles, check out some of the best paparazzi star-stalking spots in the city.