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Karin E. Baker

About Karin E. Baker

Karin E. Baker is a native Angeleno who loves the eateries, history, nature, architecture, and art of her hometown. When not exploring poke shacks in Kona, tascas in Córdoba, and konditoris in Malmö, she writes about food, culture, lifestyle and travel. She obsesses over comma usage and classic films and is always happy to find an excuse to open a bottle of champagne.

Pop-Up Alert: Gastro Garage on the Rooftop of The W Hotel Hollywood

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Fiery blowtorches and molecular gastronomy are on the menu when Gastro Garage brings their month-long pop-up dinner series TORCHED to the W Hotel in Hollywood. You may have seen the members of Gastro Garage on The Travel Channel or Bravo … Continue reading →

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Standout Ocean Flavors Make Leviathan a Must-Visit New Restaurant

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Leviathan is an adventurous, pesca-centric restaurant that just opened its doors in September.  Located in Encino, the 16-seat outdoor eatery was conceived by Philip Frankland Lee. This innovative young Top Chef alumni also created esteemed restaurants Scratch | Bar, perched … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Oktoberfest This Weekend at Market Tavern at The Original Farmers Market

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Oktoberfest will be a different experience this year, with COVID an ongoing issue. LA’s large festivities have been canceled, but for a taste of Oktoberfest without the teeming crowds, why not try a smaller, safer outing – and one with … Continue reading →

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Minority-Owned Chado Tea Room Turns 30

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

The story behind Chado Tea Room is a great example of the American Dream. Fostered by minority immigrants passionate about their trade, this groundbreaking endeavor proved influential to Los Angeles (and, eventually, the entire country). Chado began in 1990 with … Continue reading →

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How to Get a FREE Beyond Meatball Meal on Wednesday, Sept. 16

Posted on September 16, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Whether you’re a vegan or an omnivore, chances are good you’ve savored a Beyond Burger. These plant-based meatless burgers revolutionized the veggie burger game with patties that “bleed” (thanks to beet juice), flavor that resembles real beef more than other … Continue reading →

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Kraftwerk, Blondie, St. Vincent & Other Hollywood Bowl Shows to Stream Live Starting Sunday

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

For 98 years, countless Angelenos enjoyed leisurely evenings at the Hollywood Bowl. COVID-19 brought these beloved summer outings to a screeching halt, and it’s been a serious sonic loss. Starting this Sunday, and every Sunday evening through October 11, assuage … Continue reading →

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ROW DTLA Reopens: Great Dining in Expansive Outdoor Spaces

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Delicious food in spacious, walkable surroundings is needed now more than ever, thanks to COVID-19’s continuing limitations. Happily, ROW DTLA recently reopened several of its eateries. Encompassing 30 expansive acres near the Arts District and Little Tokyo, ROW DTLA offers … Continue reading →

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Vegan-Friendly Chicas Tacos Continues Taco Takeover at Second Location

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Though L.A. abounds with tasty street tacos, Downtown taqueria Chicas Tacos became an instant hit after opening its doors on Olive Street 3 ½ years ago. The success of Chicas is due in no small part to Chef Eduardo Ruiz, … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Chinese New Year at WP24 in DTLA

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Celebrate an elegant Chinese New Year at a stunning elevated space above Downtown Los Angeles when WP24 hosts Chinese New Year 2020 on Friday, February 7. In case you’re not familiar with WP24, this Wolgang Puck restaurant is known for … Continue reading →

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Pop-Up Alert: Chicago Obsession Honey Butter Fried Chicken Coming to Los Angeles for One Day Only

Posted on January 25, 2020 by Karin E. Baker

Chicagoans have been obsessing over Honey Butter Fried Chicken for the last few years, with the esteemed eatery earning accolades from legions of fried-chicken aficionados. Now Angelenos can try three of Honey Butter’s award-winning sandwiches for one day only during … Continue reading →

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