Thai is a pillar cuisine of Los Angeles. The largest Thai population outside of Thailand calls Los Angeles home. The community designation in East Hollywood is the only officially recognized …
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The history and architecture of L.A.’s most loved 1930s buildings
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesMaybe this was a pressure-creating-diamonds situation. Somehow in the 1930s, amid the immense stresses of economic collapse, natural disaster, Olympic anxiety and the looming shadow of World War II, Los …
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One of state’s oldest native plant nurseries is determined to survive
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesHappy October, dear readers! I am in deep disbelief that we’re somehow nearing the end of 2025, but orb-weaver spiders — those great harbingers of fall — are already out …
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L.A.’s most creative celebrated art, fashion and each other at Archival Revival
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesDeep in the Arts District on a Thursday night, the reflections of a massive disco ball glinted across the faces of the city’s most creative — writers, painters, fashion designers …
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New restaurants and pop-ups to try in Los Angeles in October 2025
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesSpooky season has arrived, which means the holidays — and the end of the year — are right on its tail. But before you start brainstorming New Year‘s resolutions, there’s …
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Magicians’ club votes to give control of the Magic Castle to its landlord
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe conjurers have decided to stay put at Hollywood’s Magic Castle. In a membership vote of the Academy of Magical Arts that concluded Monday, members say that about 92% of …
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3 injured, 1 killed, 1 missing in Boyle Heights car accident
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesOne woman was killed and three others seriously injured Sunday afternoon in a car accident in Boyle Heights. A fifth person fled the scene, according to authorities. The Los Angeles …
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Foraging revival: How wild food enthusiasts are reconnecting with nature
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPORTSMOUTH, N.H. — Standing barefoot in a grassy patch of dandelions, Iris Phoebe Weaver excitedly begins listing the many ways the modest plant can be used medicinally and in cooking. “I just …
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Women-led L.A. businesses for International Women’s Day 2021
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWe’ve been fortunate to meet some of L.A.’s most creative female entrepreneurs over the years, from celebrated architects to ceramists who work out of their home studios. We’ve met their …
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31 fun things to do in L.A. and SoCal this Halloween season
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIt is arguably the most festive time of year in Los Angeles: Halloween season. Whether you lean spooky or playful, the days and weeks leading up to Oct. 31 are …