Stories matching tag 'Food'
The Two Gilbertos: Creating Community Through Yucatan Cuisine
Chef Gilberto Cetina and his son, Gilberto Cetina Jr., create a community that celebrates food, friends, and family. [...]
Turkey for all in South LA
It's been a tradition for decades in South LA. Right before Thanksgiving, Limousine businessman E.J. Jackson rolls up with a truck full of plump turkeys to dole out. But this year, he worried he would fall short. [...]
South Central Farmers oppose a controversial land vote
South Central Farmers haven't grown their food in South LA for years. But they're still fighting to come back. [...]
WIC fears budget cuts will take a bite out of food programs
Congress is debating trillion of dollars in spending cuts to reduce the nation's deficit. But supporters of some of the programs slated for cuts say crossing a line off a budget can affect thousands of people. Officials with WIC, a nutrition program for low-income mothers and children, says they're worried they may have to institute a waiting list and turn some young recipients away. [...]
Ramona Gardens offers non-traditional restaurant experience
In the food desert of East Los Angeles, once a week there is the opportunity for a make-shift dining experience. [...]
Experts discuss the ‘politics of food’ in South L.A.
South Angelenos don't have as many choices, and it's taking a toll their health. USC Professor David Sloane talks about the lack of healthy food options in South Los Angeles at the grocery store and restaurants. [...]
Chichen Itza brings Yucatecan delicacies to South L.A.
Gilbero Cetina learned to cook Yucatecan cuisine from his mother. Now, he serves heaping portions of it to his customers at the Mercado La Paloma food court. [...]
Sushi Virgins
Fremont High School students try a new food and explore a new culture. [...]
Cool down with a smoothie from Dyna’s
Dyna's Bakery and Restaurant in Baldwin Hills is perfect for an afternoon chill-out session. [...]
Urban Green plants seeds of change
The new self-sustaining Urban Green kiosks produce healthy, organic food inspired by the motto "Waste Not, Want Not." [...]
A treasure right here in the neighborhood
Located in South L.A., Vegisoul boasts a wide assortment of vegan soul food, including German Chocolate Cake, BBQ Chik'un and the best veggie burger in town. [...]
Harold & Belle’s: Gather, greet and grub
The gumbo and crawfish are only one part of what helps maintain Harold & Belle’s large base of loyal customers. [...]
RESOURCES: Food banks in South Los Angeles
Churches and non-profits: A list of food banks in the South Los Angeles area. [...]