#grand-central-market

#grand-central-market

Kicking off on April 23 through May 16 on select nights only, Universal Studios has a tonnnn of exciting, immersive attractions coming to their Hollywood Studios park, highlighting beloved fandoms like D&D, Super Nintendo World, Sailor Moon, and Harry Potter.

Producers check meat and produce for items approaching their expiration date that will not last until the next round of filming. Whatever is eligible is donated to local food banks, schools, and shelters like the Redwood Gospel Mission.

"So few pockets of L.A. County are actually great for families and that's what makes South Pas so compelling. Plus, it has light-rail."

Humbe's music is a blend of R&B, pop, and traditional Latin influences, creating a sound that transcends time and cultural boundaries.

The green curry pad Thai initially had me scratching my head - it feels sacrilegious to recommend pad Thai with zucchini in it. That said, the noodles have chew and get seared with wok hei; the permeating green curry flavor feels abundant and herbaceous thanks to fistfuls of fresh Thai basil.

He would buy up land on Wilshire Boulevard between La Brea and Fairfax avenues and build the retail hub of the future, one centered around the automobile. Though critics scoffed, he believed he could draw customers from Beverly Hills and Hollywood to what was then the unfashionable hinterland of the city simply by combining luxury department store shopping with plenty of free parking.

The James Beard Foundation Awards have long been considered one of the most prestigious awards in the food and hospitality industry, recognizing outstanding restaurants and chefs from across the country.

Since purchasing the land last year, Oceanwide has reworked the design for the Fig Central development, adding a third tower in the process. The $1-billion project now consists of two 40-story high-rises and another high-rise at 49 stories. In all, 504 condos, 183 hotel rooms and nearly 450,000 square feet of retail space are planned.

Walking through the main hall is like being at a grocery store on steroids. Big brands are out in force with elaborate displays, from Organic Valley's farmhouse-style installation featuring a photo moment with popular cartoon character Bluey to La Croix's tropical-themed display to promote its newest flavor debuting at Expo (that would be Pineapple Coconut, for bubbly water fans).

Erewhon is a Los Angeles-based health-food chain that's a favorite of celebrities like Jake Gyllenhaal, Miley Cyrus, A$AP Rocky, and more. According to Erewhon's website, the store's founders Michio and Aveline Kushi opened the first location in Los Angeles in 1968 after they moved from Boston. They were inspired by the macrobiotic diet, which emphasizes whole grains, soy, and vegetables.

For a city best known for tangy sourdough and loaded Mission-style burritos, San Francisco is surprisingly home to quite a few pizza joints. From crispy Detroit-style to classic New York-style slices, you can find just about every type of pie in the Bay Area, and there are some pretty fun stories behind them. A perfect example is Del Popolo, a family-owned operation that grew from a makeshift food truck to earn a spot on Tasting Table's list of the best pizza places in every state.

With the holidays in the rearview mirror, restaurants assume that customers' free-spending days are over for a while and might be ready to save a few bucks when they're dining out. To that end several fast food chains are touting their value menus, offering to fill you up for as little as $5 or $6. Here are some deals that caught our attention this week.

A sandwich doesn't have to have meat to be hearty and delicious. Although there are some disappointing meat-free options out there - mediocre bread topped with bland, ultra-processed "meat" or limp cheese - Los Angeles is filled with many vegetarian and vegan sandwiches that showcase just how great the category can be. These sandwiches really highlight the joy of great produce, something the city has incredible year-round access to.