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The Desert Sun

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Palm Desert restaurant temporarily shut down over lack of hot water

One Coachella Valley restaurant was temporarily closed following a Riverside County health inspection, while others passed, according to reports. Desert Falls Country Club in Palm Desert was shut down by inspectors on Nov. 10 after a complaint investigation revealed that required hot water temperatures were not available. However, inspectors returned two days later and, seeing that hot water was restored, allowed the facility to reopen. Here are the restaurants that were inspected in the Coachella Valley Nov. 6 through 12: Temporary facility closure Desert Falls Country Club, 1111 Desert Falls Parkway, Palm Desert Complaint investigation conducted Nov. 10 Major violation: Facility did not have adequate hot water (100 degrees or above) at all sinks throughout facility. Staff stated the facility was having the boiler replaced Facility closed on Nov. 10. Inspector noted a prior inspection failure in 2026 and that "further noncompliance may result in further legal action from this department." Inspectors returned Nov. 12 and saw that hot water was restored. Facility was approved to reopen . 'A' grades An “A” grade, or a score of 90 to 100 points, means a restaurant passed an inspection and met minimum health standards. Desert Hot Springs Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort

Palm Desert, CA · 3h

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This Legendary California Bakery Has Been Making Its Famous Sweet Potato Pies Since 1956, Just In Time For Thanksgiving

Only four family members know the secret spice blend in one legendary sweet potato pie. Four. That’s a tighter circle than most bank vaults. The recipe traveled to California from Shreveport, Louisiana. The family still insists on Louisiana-grown sweet potatoes, which tells you how seriously they take it. Then...

Los Angeles, CA · 4d

takingthekids.com

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The Hidden California Bulk Grocery Spot With Wholesale Prices Locals Keep Secret

A warehouse that started as a single meat stall in 1969 now packs roughly 2,000 products under one giant roof. And nobody asks you for a membership card at the door. That detail alone changes everything. Restaurant owners shop here for wholesale prices, yet regular home cooks can push a cart right alongside them.

California · 2d

SFGate

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New OC Mega Mart gives Calif.'s crowded Asian grocery store scene a big new jolt

It opened to long lines and social media fanfare.

La Habra, CA · 10d

Yahoo!

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13 Changes In-N-Out Burger Needs To Make

I have a few beefs with In-N-Out Burger (bun intended), but I, like so many with ties to California, grew up eating here. Founded in Baldwin Park in 1948, the fast-food chain feels like it's woven into the fingerprint of the Golden State at this point. And with generations of my mom's side born and raised in Southern California, it should be no surprise that it was a family tradition to eat at In-N-Out when we were visiting our loved ones. With these meals marking our gatherings, reunions, and Disneyland trips with everybody, In-N-Out Burger has never just felt like some random fast-food joint to me. It feels personal.

California · 4d

fastfoodclub.com

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First-Timers Vow To Return For The Crispy Catfish At This Order-At-The-Counter Long Beach, California Fish Shack

There is a small takeout counter on a busy Long Beach street where first-time customers keep making the same promise before they even finish their meal. They say they will be back, and plenty of them mean it. The reason usually comes down to one thing: catfish with a crispy...

Long Beach, CA · 5d

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11 Wacky Restaurants In California Where Dining Is Downright Fun

Searching for wacky restaurants in California where dining is downright fun?. These 11 restaurants bring bold themes, great food, and seriously good times!. 1. One Piece Cafe (Los Angeles) If you’ve been looking for a dining experience that goes way beyond just sitting down and ordering food, the One Piece...

California · 9d

ABC7

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CalFresh pilot program offers cash rebates to low-income families for fruit, vegetable purchases

A pilot program launched by CalFresh offers matching dollars to low-income California families on purchases of fruits and vegetables.

California · 2d

travelcostamesa.com

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Feast Without the Fuss: Here’s Where to Get Thanksgiving Dinner in Costa Mesa

Whether you’re enjoying a vacation in Costa Mesa, or just doing your best to avoid the avalanche of post-dinner dishes, there are plenty of local options to dine-in or take-out on Thanksgiving. We compiled our favorite options to hopefully save you a few rounds of Google searches the week of the holiday: What’s open on Thanksgiving? Where can I order Thanksgiving dinner?

Costa Mesa, CA · 1d

socalrestaurantshow.com

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November 14: Ca’Lucchenzo, Rise Bagels, Heidi Sloknik, Eric Greenspan

“Ca’Lucchenzo is a charming neighborhood Italian restaurant in Wauwatosa (adjacent to Milwaukee, WI), where handmade pasta, thoughtfully prepared seasonal dishes and an exclusively Italian wine list take center stage. Led by James Beard Award finalist (for Best Chef: Midwest) Chef Zak Baker and his wife, Sarah, Ca’Lucchenzo combines the traditions of Italian cooking with warm, spirited hospitality, creating a dining experience that feels both special and wonderfully familiar.” Chef Zak and Sarah take a break from their busy kitchen to join us.

Irvine, CA · 17h

theresandiego.com

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Bird Rock’s Wayfarer Bread & Pastry is Coming to North County

Wayfarer Bread & Pastry, the Bird Rock bakery with lines around the block, is expanding for the first time. The plan is a first North County location by the end of 2027, with Encinitas and Oceanside on the list of possible spots. It’s the start of a bigger idea, too:...

Encinitas, CA · 1d

allamericanatlas.com

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5 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles, California You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Los Angeles — a city where bougainvillea spills over stucco walls, where palm trees sway above murals and taco trucks, where the air is perfumed with jasmine, car exhaust, and the promise of something new. Here, the city’s heart beats in the laughter of families in Koreatown, the quiet pride of Oaxacan bakers in Boyle Heights, the dreams of actors and artists and immigrants, and the hustle of those who make this sprawling metropolis feel like a patchwork of villages stitched together by sunlight and hope.

Los Angeles, CA · 6d

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This Unassuming California Taco Shop Earned Michelin Recognition In 2026 For Its Sonoran-Style Burritos And Handmade Flour Tortillas

The flour in these tortillas comes from a mill town in Sonora, Mexico, and one of the owners has personally hauled it north. That’s dedication you can roll around a pile of mesquite-grilled steak. The tortillas come out thin, buttery, and soft. The meats get their smoky edge from...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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4 Things You Should Never Ask a Server, According to Restaurant Pros

Respect the restaurant’s menu and cultural identity by enjoying the dishes as intended, and don’t make requests that disrupt the restaurant’s workflow. Avoid asking servers overly personal questions, and handle payment and tipping thoughtfully to keep the dining experience smooth for everyone. Servers have heard it all,...

Los Angeles, CA · 3d

everafterinthewoods.com

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These 10 California Grocery Stores Are Worth A Visit If You Want To Spend Less On Food

Some grocery stores ask you to bag your own groceries, and that tiny chore helps keep prices down. I love that kind of trade. A few minutes of packing for a lighter bill feels like a deal I’d take every week. Other stores buy surplus and overstock goods from...

Fresno, CA · 2d

decorhint.com

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This California Tea Room Has Been Bringing Authentic English Afternoon Tea To Pasadena For 50 Years

Gentlemen who show up for tea here without a jacket and tie get one handed to them. The shop keeps a vintage menswear corner for exactly that reason. That tells you a lot about this place. A butler in traditional uniform oversees the service, and cell phones stay tucked away.

Pasadena, CA · 2d

LAist

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The Original Pantry Cafe returns with a new menu and mission

The century-old diner brings back its pancakes and coleslaw, plus new dishes like a fried chicken sandwich. Profits support unhoused Angelenos.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

fastfoodclub.com

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For A Real Philly Cheesesteak In California, This Los Angeles Spot Uses East Coast Amoroso Rolls And Serves Pork Roll

Ask any Philadelphia transplant in Southern California about cheesesteaks, and you may get a long sigh. Plenty of places sell a steak sandwich, but few get the bread right, and the bread is where the argument starts. One small counter on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles decided to skip the...

Los Angeles, CA · 5d

Variety

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Where to Eat During AFM 2026: Century City and Beverly Hills’ Best Restaurants

AFM 2026 is in the center of the independent film business dealmaking world and close to many of the entertainment biz’s favorite restaurants. Century City and nearby Beverly Hills are home to the major agencies, law firms and financing entities, which equals power lunching and see-and-be-seen gathering spots close to the confab. Throw in some legendary eateries, and AFMers are perfectly positioned to dine where Hollywood dealmakers, agency foot soldiers and bold names eat out. Century City’s dining options start at the host venue: Birdie G’s is the Fairmont Century Plaza’s new full-service restaurant. Expect classic American cooking in a relaxed setting. There will be mobile coffee stations and daily grab-and-go items near the Fairmont’s lower-level conference rooms. Choices include hearty breakfast burritos, creative salads and an array of sandwiches. At the adjacent Westfield Century City, where AFM badge holders can take advantage of a discount program, more than 65 food outlets populate the multi-level, open-air mall. Specializing in dim sum, Din Tai Fung (10250 Santa Monica Blvd., second level, dtf.com) excels in Taiwan-style, handmade soup dumplings and flavorful noodle dishes. Waits can be extensive, so sit at the bar, reserve ahead or use yelp.com to join the real-time waitlist.

Beverly Hills, CA · 3d

Food & Wine

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Two Decades in, This Santa Monica Spot Is Still the Ultimate Neighborhood Restaurant

After several star chefs and many menu changes, the Santa Monica institution remains a local favorite by staying true to what made it special in the first place.

Santa Monica, CA · 3d