Los Angeles stands poised to lose a culinary cornerstone as Cole’s French Dip, a storied restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles widely credited with inventing the iconic French dip sandwich, has announced its impending permanent closure. After 117 years of continuous operation, the establishment located in the historic Pacific Electric Building is set to serve its…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Cole’s, a venerable institution in downtown Los Angeles with a history stretching back 117 years, has confirmed its permanent closure scheduled for August 3, 2025. The restaurant, established in 1908 and widely recognized as the alleged originator of the iconic French dip sandwich, is set to dim its lights for the…
LOS ANGELES – Melody, a distinctive natural wine bar and restaurant situated at the prominent corner of Virgil Avenue and Marathon Street in the Virgil Village/East Hollywood district of Los Angeles, is set to cease operations permanently on July 12. The establishment, known for its curated selection of natural wines and its dynamic rotation of…
Los Angeles Celebrates AAPI Culture with “Belly Laughs” Festival Los Angeles, California – A significant cultural event is underway in downtown Los Angeles, spotlighting the vibrant comedic and culinary talents of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. The “Belly Laughs” festival, a two-day immersive experience, is showcasing a diverse lineup of 30 AAPI…
LOS ANGELES – Shibumi, a highly acclaimed Japanese restaurant nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, has announced its permanent closure, effective July 19, 2025. The news arrives with a striking paradox: it comes just days after the restaurant was awarded a prestigious Michelin star in late June 2025, a pinnacle of culinary recognition. Chef…
Los Angeles bids farewell to a culinary landmark as Cole’s French Dip, a venerable restaurant and bar nestled in the heart of downtown, is scheduled to permanently close its doors on August 3rd. The establishment, which first opened its doors in 1908, holds a unique place in the city’s history, widely recognized as Los Angeles’s…
Los Angeles, CA – The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF) has announced a significant infusion of aid into the Los Angeles culinary landscape, awarding $10,000 LA Fire Recovery Grants to precisely 253 Los Angeles restaurants. This substantial grant distribution, totaling $2,530,000, represents a critical effort to bolster businesses grappling with the impacts of recent challenges, securing…
The unassuming green powder once primarily cherished in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies has become a global phenomenon, propelled into kitchens and cafes worldwide by social media trends and a growing interest in health-conscious beverages. This surge in popularity, however, is having an unexpected and significant impact: straining the supply chain back to Japan’s tea farms…
Los Angeles, CA – The dynamic culinary landscape of Los Angeles is set to experience a particularly vibrant July, marked by the arrival of one of the world’s most acclaimed restaurants for a limited engagement and a wave of exciting local developments. Headlining the month’s gastronomic news is the highly anticipated pop-up residency by Chef…
Southern California’s vibrant culinary and mixology scene continues its dynamic evolution this month, highlighted by significant events spanning the region. Among the notable happenings is a much-anticipated pop-up appearance by Strong Water Anaheim, the acclaimed James Beard Award nominee hailing from Orange County. Known for its distinctive nautical-inspired concept and expertly crafted libations, Strong Water…
