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Los Angeles Culinary Scene Thrives in July 2025: Michelin Star Alinea Arrives, James Beard Nominee Shifts, and Citywide Dining Events

Felicia HolmesJuly 5, 202507 mins

Los Angeles, CA – The culinary landscape of Southern California is poised for a particularly vibrant July 2025, marked by the arrival of a globally renowned Michelin-starred restaurant, significant chef movements, landmark anniversary celebrations, and a host of new dining and beverage programs across the city and beyond. High-Profile Pop-Up Takes Center Stage Among the…

Los Angeles Bars Shine at North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025 in Vancouver, Showcasing Resilience

Han YasokiJuly 5, 202506 mins

VANCOUVER, CANADA – The elite of North America’s cocktail scene converged on Vancouver for the prestigious North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025 awards ceremony and associated events. This annual gathering, a key fixture in the global hospitality calendar, celebrates the continent’s most innovative and influential drinking establishments. Among the notable participants drawing significant attention were…

Los Angeles Restaurant Scene Heats Up in July 2025 with Diverse Openings and Pop-Ups

Bill CarterJuly 4, 202505 mins

Los Angeles Restaurant Scene Welcomes New Venues and Pop-Ups in July 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA – The Los Angeles dining scene is poised for a dynamic month in July 2025, with a flurry of new restaurant openings and pop-up events promising to tantalize the palates of food enthusiasts across the city. Several establishments are preparing…

Los Angeles Gears Up for Largest Culinary Event: Dine LA Returns July 25th-August 8th with Record Restaurant Lineup

Bill CarterJuly 4, 202506 mins

Los Angeles is set to host its premier culinary celebration as Dine LA Restaurant Week makes its highly anticipated summer return. Organized by LA Tourism, the expansive event will span from July 25th through August 8th, inviting residents and visitors alike to explore the city’s diverse and dynamic food scene through specially curated menus and…

Los Angeles Prepares for Largest Restaurant Week: Dine LA Returns July 25 – Aug 8, 2025

Ava BrooksJuly 4, 202507 mins

Los Angeles, CA – The vibrant culinary landscape of Los Angeles is set to take center stage once again with the highly anticipated return of Dine LA Restaurant Week. Scheduled to run for 15 days, from July 25 through Aug. 8, 2025, the event promises an expansive showcase of the city’s diverse dining scene, offering…

Dine LA Restaurant Week Returns Summer 2025: Supporting City’s Culinary Heart

Ava BrooksJuly 4, 202505 mins

Los Angeles is poised to host the highly anticipated return of Dine LA Restaurant Week, a significant event celebrating the city’s vibrant and diverse culinary landscape. Scheduled to run from July 25 through August 8, 2025, this biannual initiative, expertly organized by LA Tourism, is widely recognized as the largest restaurant week in the nation,…

California’s Alla Goccia Wine Sees Sales Surge, Defying Industry Downturn in Los Angeles

Serena AlegriaJuly 3, 202506 mins

In a wine market often characterized by fluctuating demand and cautious spending, a specific California label, Alla Goccia, is experiencing an exceptional surge in sales, particularly within the dynamic Los Angeles area. This unexpected success story stands in stark contrast to broader industry trends, positioning Alla Goccia as a notable outlier. The wine’s robust performance…

California Bars Now Mandate Drink Lids for Enhanced Safety Against Spiking

Jake Amos-ChristieJuly 2, 202506 mins

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — As of Tuesday, July 1, 2025, a new California Assembly bill has officially taken effect, ushering in a mandatory safety measure for establishments serving alcohol across the state. The legislation requires all bars, restaurants, and venues that offer alcohol for on-site consumption to have lids readily available for patrons upon request. This…

California Bars Mandated to Offer Lids for Drink Safety Under New Law, Takes Effect July 1, 2025

Sierra EllisJuly 2, 202507 mins

Sacramento, California – Patrons in California bars and nightclubs seeking to prevent drink spiking will soon have a new recourse: the availability of lids upon request. A new California Assembly bill, set to become effective on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, will mandate that all establishments in the state selling alcohol for on-site consumption must offer…

L.A.’s Hottest New Bars: Time Out’s Summer 2025 Guide

Jackson ReedJuly 1, 202506 mins

Los Angeles’ Bar Scene Heats Up with Summer 2025 Additions Los Angeles’ vibrant nightlife continues to evolve, with Time Out’s quarterly update spotlighting a fresh crop of bars poised to become the city’s next hot spots. This summer, the publication highlights four promising new establishments, each offering a unique experience for Angelenos and visitors alike….