11 best literary readings and book events in L.A. this winter
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La Vista Motel reopens on East Colfax with on-site coffee shop and bar
After a long hiatus, the historic La Vista Motel on East Colfax Avenue is open once again, brought…
The Silver Platter is the oldest Latinx LGBTQ+ bar in Los Angeles. Can it survive eviction?
The Silver Platter may be the oldest existing Latinx bar for LGBTQ+ people in Los Angeles, but it’s…
Randy Madden, former ‘American Idol’ contestant, arrested on suspicion of sex with minor
Former “American Idol” contestant Randy Madden faces felony charges after being accused of having sex with a minor.…
Cheer Up Charlies sale called off
The sale of Cheer Up Charlies to a Florida investment firm was canceled Tuesday. In the latest twist…
The L.A. cocktail revolution begins again at this Tokyo-inspired Long Beach bar
A bartender pulls a daikon radish from a sink behind the bar at Tokyo Noir, a small speakeasy…
New restaurants and pop-ups to try in Los Angeles in November 2025
After years of cooking at the Spanish restaurants of humanitarian-chef José Andrés in L.A. and D.C., including Minibar,…
Longtime downtown San Antonio dive My Brother’s Bar has apparently closed
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Where to host a big birthday party in L.A.: Restaurants, bars, patios
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Beyond the Buzz: 10 European startups leading the alcohol-free revolution
Across Europe, more people are choosing to drink less or not at all. Health, clarity, and balance have…