History Archives ~ L.A. TACO

L.A.’s 13 Most Infamous Murder Sites

Rich Manning — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:53:13 +0000

While these sites' physical appearance or purpose may have changed over time, the legacy and horrors of what might have happened there linger forever. Once you know the backstory, walking or driving past them on a cool, crisp October evening is sufficient to provide you with a heaping helping of heebie-jeebies.

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The 40 Best ‘Hood Burgers In Los Angeles

L.A. TACO STAFF — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000

It’s time to talk about the best, most legendary burgers in Los Angeles. And not necessarily the ones you think. We’re talking about all the ‘hood burgers that have nourished generations of families, workers, and students throughout multiple generations, enduring changes in tastes, society (and the occasional societal shutdown) to stand high above the tired […]

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L.A. TACO Reporter Featured In Smithsonian Museum Exhibit Highlighting The Work of Latina Journalists Throughout History

L.A. TACO STAFF — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:10:15 +0000

The exhibit chronicles the historic work of Latina journalists while highlighting their groundbreaking work in advocating for Spanish-speaking communities. L.A. TACO's own Janette Villafana joined two other journalists, Victoria Leandra and Bianca Graulau, who were chosen to represent Latina journalists in the exhibit's "future" section.

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The Secret Motorcycle Gang History of Tijuana’s Best Fish Tacos

Jasmine Damian — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 23:52:38 +0000

Open since 1991 and operated by one of the daughters of Tijuana's famous fish taco gem, Las 4 Hermanas. The fish tacos at Alicia's are so delicious that they are charged to a running tab since most people always order more than they thought they wanted. But the portraits of old bikers on the restaurant's walls tell a deeper story.

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Downey: 7 Facts You Need To Know

L.A. In a Minute — Fri, 26 May 2023 18:09:13 +0000

Downey is home to the first Taco Bell, L.A.'s oldest McDonald's, and the largest Cuban population west of the Mississippi. It also helped put people on the moon.

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After 80 Years, L.A. Formally Denounces The Racism of The “Zoot Suit Riots”

L.A. TACO — Tue, 16 May 2023 22:26:12 +0000

A motion brought by Supervisor Hilda Solis was unanimously approved to denounce "the devastation of the Zoot Suit Riots, recognize [it] as a dark chapter in Los Angeles County's history, and recommit to fighting against racial discrimination.''

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The History of Glendora: Home to Gumby, the Surf Anthem ‘Wipeout,’ and a Hiking Trail Named ‘Punk Out’

L.A. TACO STAFF — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 18:36:00 +0000

L.A. TACO is embarking on its biggest mission yet: to create a taco and food guide for every single neighborhood in Los Angeles! Along the way, we will also be releasing brief histories of each neighborhood to understand L.A. a little more and why each and every neighborhood that makes our fine city the best […]

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The 13 Best Dive Bars In Los Angeles

L.A. TACO STAFF — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:13:22 +0000

L.A. TACO is teaming up with Bud Light Chelada to bring you the TACO MADNESS Festival at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes on May 6. We can’t wait to see you there! In the meantime, we’re celebrating everything we love about L.A. bars and nightlife culture, beginning with this epic look into our favorite […]

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A Brief History of Lancaster: Gold Mining, Flat-Earthers, Judy Garland, and Shattering the Speed of Sound

L.A. TACO STAFF — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 19:57:05 +0000

As discussed in our recent look into the history of neighboring Palmdale, the Antelope Valley, the modern day region where Lancaster is found, was an important part of a historic trade route used by numerous Indigenous cultures stretching through our continent’s southwest region, including the coast of California and our contemporary Central Valley, the Great […]

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Who Was Abbot Kinney? And More Forgotten History of Venice, California

L.A. TACO STAFF — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 22:00:32 +0000

From one of the most prosperous oil towns in America to the so-called “Slum by the Sea” to Silicon Beach, Venice is a town that has gone through more dramatic transformations than any place in L.A. Let’s take a look at some of the more significant moments in its modern history for our weekly Neighborhood […]

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