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Meet the New York Times’ first California food critic

Last year the New York Times appointed its first California food critic in Tejal Rao —yet another sign of the state’s recognition as a dining powerhouse.

By Evan Kleiman • Mar 13, 2019 • 1 min read

Last year the New York Times appointed its first California food critic in Tejal Rao—yet another sign of the state’s recognition as a dining powerhouse. Evan Kleiman caught up with Tejal to learn more about her experience of California so far, including her recent tour of LA’s storied restaurants.

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Good Food

Meet the New York Times’ first California food critic

Last year the New York Times appointed its first California food critic in Tejal Rao —yet another sign of the state’s recognition as a dining powerhouse.

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Good Food

Meet the New York Times’ first California food critic

Last year the New York Times appointed its first California food critic in Tejal Rao —yet another sign of the state’s recognition as a dining powerhouse.

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