Stories matching tag 'Mercado La Paloma'

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. [...]

Remembering Jorge Negrete

If you’re a fan of Jorge Negrete and enjoyed golden era Mexican cinema, don’t miss the last days of a photo exhibit at Mercado La Paloma. [...]

“Free the Streets” promotes bicycle culture in South LA

South LA's bicycle cultural scene is growing and "Free the Streets" - an "eco-visionary" art and music fest is hoping to expand the movement, attracting enthusiasts to ride and experience the social and political history of this part of the city. [...]

Dia de los Muertos outgrowing its Mexican cultural roots

South LA celebrations brought Day of the Dead to residents of numerous cultural backgrounds. [...]

Hundreds attend South LA Youth Arts and Media fest

Hundreds of students from different areas of Los Angeles participated in the Youth Arts and Media Festival, which this year was held at the Mercado La Paloma in South LA. [...]

Unemployed workers hopeful on president’s job plan

South LA community members came together Thursday evening to watch Obama present his new jobs plan. Most liked what they heard, but hope all that was promised can be delivered.
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Award-winning chef believes in South LA

Investors rejected him, but Peruvian chef Ricardo Zarate was determined to succeed. Learn how his vision and belief in investing in South LA paid off for him and the area’s community. [...]

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. [...]

Poets, singers unite at Freedom Friday

Freedom Friday occurs twice a month. Poets and singers come to showcase their talents and build community. [...]