Feeling overwhelmed at the thought of shopping for the holidays? Try one of these small, independent stores in Los Angeles where you can enjoy refreshments while you pick up gifts.

Warm, creamy dips are required on any game day, but if you really want to start the party, put out a pot of beer cheese.

Starting 2023, we have been documenting some eateries, bars, distilleries, dessert shops, and marketplaces in our weekly video series, “The Best Thing I Ate This Week.” With some help from ...