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Cesar Hernandez

Cesar Hernandez is Lynwood’s second best export behind Weird Al, and a writer and podcaster. Illustration by Tommy Gallegos.

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The Dark Origin of Rosca de Reyes and Where to Find the Best Ones in Los Angeles

The holiday's origin is a wild biblical story that involves the murdering of infants. In many ways, it is an extension of the holiday season into the new year. Here are the best places to find some in L.A., including vegan options, and recipe-tested versions to bake at home.

January 5, 2024
Food

Drugs, Punk Rock, and Handmade Street Pasta: How Popping-Up Gave This Burnt Out Chef a Second Chance

February 2, 2022
Los Angeles

The L.A. TACO Guide to the Best Birria Wild Card Dishes of Los Angeles (Ramen, Pizza, and More) – Birria Week

November 19, 2021
Los Angeles

The L.A. TACO Guide to the Best Birria Served In a Bowl and In Consomé – Birria Week

November 18, 2021
Los Angeles

The L.A. TACO Guide to the Best Goat and Beef Birria (Mixed) – Birria Week

November 17, 2021
Los Angeles

The L.A. TACO Guide to the Best Birria de Chivo (Goat) Tacos in Los Angeles, Mapped – Birria Week

November 17, 2021
Featured

The L.A. TACO Guide to the Best Birria de Res (Beef) Tacos In Los Angeles, Mapped – BIRRIA WEEK

November 16, 2021
Personal Essay

You Don’t Get to Hate Los Angeles, Unless You Love It

November 8, 2021
L.A. Taco Guides

The L.A. TACO Guide to the Best Tacos in the South Bay, Harbor Area, Wilmington, and San Pedro (Mapped)

November 1, 2021
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