Dog treats have come a long way from those boxes of desiccated bone-shaped crackers stacked in the pet food aisles of grocery stores. These days, your local bakery might have …
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In early August, Food columnist Jenn Harris and I convened at Mae Malai Thai House of Noodles in Hollywood for a lunch meeting. Our purpose (beyond savoring $8.95 bowls of …
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How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Andy Garcia
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWhen actor Andy Garcia arrived in Los Angeles, seeking a career in entertainment, he had no idea that he’d end up becoming a longtime resident. “I moved to Los Angeles …
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New restaurants and pop-ups to try in Los Angeles in December 2025
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesA new destination for craft cocktails has emerged in Long Beach with Tokyo Noir, a speakeasy located down an alley behind El Barrio Cantina restaurant, with a glowing red lantern …
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This rebellious arts festival in Orange County is embracing its inner Santa Claus
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe Sawdust Art Festival started in the mid-1960s as a reaction to — or a “rebellion,” as one of the participating artists put it — Laguna Beach’s more uppity Festival …
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Why this weekend is an exceptional time to visit L.A.’s tide pools
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe first time I visited a tide pool near Los Angeles, I didn’t actually know that’s what I was looking at. “Why are all those people gathering over on those …
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If you buy a product linked on our site, The Times may earn a commission. See all our Coveted lists of mandatory items here. While brainstorming for this year’s gift …
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A dozen fashion and art moments that should be on your radar in December
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesChanel opens in Montecito With waves crashing nearby, Chanel’s oceanfront seasonal boutique on Rosewood Miramar Beach is decidedly elegant, thanks to a neutral-toned interior and outdoor garden that holds the …
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Gen Z, millennials embrace sustainable alternatives to imported flowers
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesInstead of hiring a florist for her October wedding, Emily Day decided to grow her own flowers in her front yard in Calgary, Canada — a creative challenge that turned …
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Panda Express pays fine for failing to train employees on handling hazardous materials
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPanda Express has agreed to pay $1 million to settle a lawsuit claiming it failed to train its employees on how to handle its soda machines. The parent company of …