In an industry where most restaurants struggle to survive, 70-year-old Papa Cristo’s stands tall as a beacon of longevity and success. This Greek grocer/bakery/deli/eatery is more than just a place to eat; it’s a part of the neighborhood’s fabric, where familiar faces and repeat customers are the norm. Second-generation owner Chrys Chrys is the face…
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Gish Bac – Oaxacan Cuisine Done Well
Oaxacan cuisine is one of Mexico’s most varied cuisines. Well-known features of the cuisine include ingredients such as chocolate, cheese, mole, and grasshoppers (chapulines). I was happy to see one such Oaxacan restaurant, Gish Bac, reopen after being shut down due to the pandemic. Gish Bac is owned by David Padilla and Maria Ramos who…
Apollonia’s Pizzeria Delivers Premium Pizza Experience
Because my wife and daughter enjoy pizza so much, I decided to surprise them by trying a new place. I asked my wife to check out Eater LA’s top pizzerias in Los Angeles, and she narrowed it to about eight establishments. I selected Apollonia’s Pizzeria primarily because they offer Detroit-style pizza. Apollonia’s Pizzeria is located…
Mi Cocinita Chapina, a fantastic Guatemalan find
Editor’s Note: This visit took place prior to the coronavirus outbreak. Due to Mayor Garcetti’s orders, Mi Cocinita Chapina made the decision to move to Door Dash delivery. Mi Cocinita Chapina is a family-owned Guatemalan restaurant located just over a mile west from the Staples Center in Downtown LA. Unlike the bustling downtown area surrounding…