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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.

Capri Brings the Amalfi Coast to Eataly LA

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

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Why the Hotel Figueroa is a Dining & Drinking Destination

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

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

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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The L.A. Times Night Market Returns This Weekend!

The L.A. Times Food Bowl Night Market is back! Now in its seventh year, The Times’ Night Market is bigger than ever, with three weekend days of food and drink festivities, from September 22-24. Night Market is a unique opportunity … Continue reading

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Melrose Tequila Festival with El Cristiano Tequila This Saturday

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West Adams Block Party With Arrested Development, D Smoke, Surprise Hip Hop Legend & More

The West Adams Block Party returns to the vital West Adams neighborhood this Sunday, September 3! This free (with RSVP) event goes for nine hours, with live musical performances, art installations, local businesses, food trucks, a job fair, and a kids’ … Continue reading

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You Can Now Get BBQ Brisket Burritos & Quesadillas at Del Taco

The favorite eatery of Lily Tomlin’s septuagenarian stoner character on Netflix’s “Grace and Frankie,” Del Taco has just introduced three new items featuring 16-hour pit-smoked pulled beef brisket and smoky honey chipotle BBQ sauce.  We tried all three items – … Continue reading

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Palmilla Cocina y Tequila: Elevated Cuisine & Cocktails in Newport Beach

A long-awaited new restaurant opened in Newport Beach on July 27. Palmilla Cocina y Tequila is from the team behind Hermosa Beach’s restaurant of the same name, along with Manhattan Beach’s acclaimed Esperanza. Palmilla Cocina y Tequila was designed by … Continue reading

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