Matthew Kang

editor of LA Eater

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Restaurant weeks are opportunities for people to try out new eateries in their cities, sample interesting cuisines, and maybe discover a new favorite spot.

DineLA is underway, complete with 3-course meals to-go

Restaurant weeks are opportunities for people to try out new eateries in their cities, sample interesting cuisines, and maybe discover a new favorite spot.

from Greater LA

Restaurants in LA’s Koreatown and San Gabriel Valley are seeing declines in customers since the outbreak of COVID-19.

Business declines for Korean and Chinese restaurants in wake of coronavirus

Restaurants in LA’s Koreatown and San Gabriel Valley are seeing declines in customers since the outbreak of COVID-19.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Since 2010, Michelin did not give its coveted stars to any restaurants in Los Angeles (or Southern California for that matter). But this year, 24 restaurants in LA received stars.

LA has 24 new Michelin stars, but after being snubbed for so long, should we care?

Since 2010, Michelin did not give its coveted stars to any restaurants in Los Angeles (or Southern California for that matter). But this year, 24 restaurants in LA received stars.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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Coronavirus cases, hospitalizations and deaths have all been declining in LA County. Dr.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Innova Medical Group, based in Pasadena, has developed a test people can buy over the counter and use at home. It costs $5 and produces results in about 30 minutes.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

During the pandemic, many renters have stayed in their homes because of local and state eviction protections, but are still on the hook for back rent.

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Governor Gavin Newsom is partnering with Blue Shield and Kaiser to distribute COVID-19 vaccines.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The Biden administration and the CDC say it’s safe for teachers to return to classrooms before they’re vaccinated. California Governor Gavin Newsom agrees.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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Hundreds of employees and several judges have tested positive for coronavirus — and courts are still open for in-person trials.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

LA County reached 20,000 COVID-19 deaths this week.

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