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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.

Masters of Taste Returns to the Rose Bowl on April 7

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

Regarded by many as one of LA’s best food events, Masters of Taste returns to the field at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl on Sunday, April 7.  Attend Masters of Taste and you’ll help raise major funds for Union Station Homeless Services … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day 2024: A Food & Drink Guide

Posted on February 11, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

Valentine’s Day is mere days away, and whether you’re craving a decadently luxurious meal or seeking more affordable price points, we’ve got you covered.  1.  ALK (acronym for “About Last Knife”) is the chic, lobby-level restaurant at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood … Continue reading →

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Los Angeles Magazine Celebrates 2024 Best New Restaurants

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

Savor delicious tastes from Los Angeles’ most acclaimed new eateries when Los Angeles Magazine celebrates its 11th annual Best New Restaurants on Thursday, February 8, at California Market Center in DTLA. In addition to enjoying tastings from best new restaurants … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Dinner in Los Angeles: A Last-Minute Guide

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Karin E. Baker

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. If your favorite thing to make for dinner is reservations, see below for our list of some of our favorite places for autumnal feasting in LA, with no cleanup required. Whether you’d like to … Continue reading →

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The Haunted Hayride: Back Nightly through Halloween!

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Karin E. Baker

Get into the Halloween Spirit at the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride. The hayride and its accompanying attractions have creeped out Angelenos for 15 years and will continue nightly in Griffith Park through Halloween night. Located in Griffith Park, the hayride … Continue reading →

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Capri Brings the Amalfi Coast to Eataly LA

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Karin E. Baker

It’s always a pleasure to savor what Eataly has to offer, whether that’s artisanal pasta and Neapolitan-style pizza at La Pizza and La Pasta, coffee and pastry at Caffe Vergnano, a creamy treat at Il Gelato, or one of the … Continue reading →

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8th Annual P-22 Day Festival Returns to Griffith Park on Sunday

Posted on October 21, 2023 by Karin E. Baker
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Why the Hotel Figueroa is a Dining & Drinking Destination

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Karin E. Baker

Though currently celebrating its 97th birthday, the Hotel Figueroa is as newsworthy as ever. Earlier this year, Food & Wine bestowed high praise on this DTLA boutique hotel when it appeared on two of their Global Tastemakers lists: The 10 Best … Continue reading →

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Dia de Los Muertos: Catrina Costume Exhibit This Weekend

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Karin E. Baker

Get an early start on Dia de Los Muertos season this weekend when an exhibition of 25 Catrina costumes comes to El Pueblo de Los Angeles for just three days.  Starting today, October 6, and running through Sunday, October 8, … Continue reading →

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Chef Stephanie Izard’s Chili Crisp-Inspired Collab with Hidden Valley Ranch

Posted on September 20, 2023 by Karin E. Baker

This Little Goat, created by Chef Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat, Cabra), has just launched its newest condiment. Created in collaboration with Hidden Valley Ranch, Ranch Chili Crunch merges the umami blast of Chili Crunch’s gochugaru chilis, fried garlic, … Continue reading →

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