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Cheese & Community: Vanessa Tilaka Kalb of Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery
What do you get when you mix a love for cheese, creative cooking, and big dreams? Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery in Pasadena! Founded by...
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Jacob Chow and Drake Lim
Dec 11, 20237 min read
The X Pot's David Zhao: Founding Partner of Chubby Group
It was like getting advice from an older brother! Jiā Food Blog is thrilled to bring you an exclusive conversation with David Zhao, the...
Jacob Chow and Drake Lim
Oct 28, 20235 min read
Wendy Leon: The Heart of Monarch
What a fabulous human! Wendy Leon, the co-founder of Chifa, lovingly known as 'Popo,' (translated as Grandma) collaborated with her...
Jacob Chow and Drake Lim
Oct 9, 20235 min read
Spilling the Tea with Health-Ade Kombucha's Co-Founder: Vanessa Dew
Vanessa Dew, co-founder of Health-Ade Kombucha, turned her passion for solving real-world problems into a thriving business. Here at Jia...
Lyric Woo
Jun 6, 20223 min read
Yangban Society: Combining Cultures
Harnessing the cuisine and the flavors from different cultures, Yangban Society makes an effort to bring people together over a shared...
Anna Kleindorfer and Gio Kang
Mar 28, 20224 min read
Delicious Chengdu: Tradition meets Technology
A traditional Sichuan restaurant with an added modern twist, Delicious Chengdu charms all its visitors with its in-house mini marketplace...
Anna Kleindorfer
Jan 10, 20224 min read
Gamboge LA: From Film to Food
If you’ve been looking for traditional Cambodian street food, a vibrant sandwich, or a restaurant with an incredible story behind it,...
Lyric Woo, Anna Kleindorfer, Clara Kleindorfer
Nov 23, 20212 min read
Sandita’s: Culture, Community, and Color!
Sandy Ho, head chef and founder of Sandita’s, is a Vietnamese, Australian-born chef who channels memories of her childhood, as well as...
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
May 23, 20214 min read
Iki Ramen: Where Ramen Comes to Play
You might think you know ramen, but Iki Ramen might just prove you wrong. With its wide variety of ramens, small dishes, and modern sashimi,
Clara Kleindorfer
May 3, 20213 min read
Steep LA: Slow Living for Everyone
Have you ever participated in a traditional Chinese tea ceremony? Either way, Steep LA is the place for you. A modern take on the Chinese...
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Apr 24, 20214 min read
Saucy Chick Rotisserie: Indian and Mexican Scratch Crafted Cuisine
Rotisserie chicken is a supermarket staple, but Saucy Chick Rotisserie is taking the classic dish to new heights with their Mexican and Indi
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Apr 14, 20214 min read
Pearl River Deli: Cantonese Tradition Through a Modern Lens
If you are searching for Cantonese comfort food, an ethically run business, or a new Chinatown favorite, Pearl River Deli is the place...
Clara Kleindorfer
Apr 6, 20212 min read
Hock + Hoof: Home and Taiwanese Railroad Bento
Hock + Hoof is a product of love, comfort, and familial influence. The restaurant reflects its owners’ love of food and emphasis on home. Wi
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Mar 30, 20213 min read
Zindrew: Crunchy, Garlicky, Goodness
Chili oil is traditionally used in Asian cuisines, but there is one brand that is breaking the mold and forging a new path for the...
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Mar 23, 20214 min read
LAN Noodle: Hand Pulled With Love
A year into the pandemic, we’re all itching to travel and getaway even just for a little bit. Luckily, we can take a trip to Lanzhou, China
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Mar 16, 20213 min read
SoEn Cookie Gram: A Mother's Love for Edible Art
You may have seen some of SoEn Cookie Gram’s incredible cookie creations on Instagram, and this week we are excited to introduce you to the
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Mar 9, 20216 min read
Sukiyuki LA: A Sushi Chef's Journey to Truffle, Wagyu, and Childhood Nostalgia
Amidst the blooming bento business fueled by the pandemic, there is one bento box that stands out in particular. It is an Italian black tru
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Mar 2, 20213 min read
Mr & Mrs Creamery: Where Love, Ice Cream, and Tofu Flower Intertwine
Based in a small shop in Arcadia, Mr & Mrs Creamery’s hosts a rich assortment of ice creams, tofu cheesecakes, and cookies for all to enjoy.
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Feb 22, 20213 min read
Ken's Porkstickers: Dumplings and a Dream
From representing wealth during Lunar New Year feasts to a quick, easy, and comforting meal, dumplings are a household must have. Now, fathe
Rachelle Liu and Kathleen Chen
Feb 16, 20216 min read
Sugarbloom Bakery: Where Creativity Blossoms
What’s in a croissant? That depends on who’s answering. For Chef Sharon Wang, each of her creations evokes a memory, tells a story, or relat
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