I didn’t want to write this. I didn’t want to post this. But now, I must.
The astounding depth of venom, criticism, and grotesque disinformation engulfing all social media platforms right now about what’s happening in Southern California is —- unbelievable. Honestly, I can’t believe what I’m seeing and reading.
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EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY:
“YOU MANIACS! YOU BLEW IT UP! AHH, DAMN YOU!”
ZUMA BEACH/POINT DUME — MALIBU, CA (1997)
Zuma Beach was the filming location for one of the greatest movie scenes in history.
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Even if you don’t know the name “Randy’s Donuts,” you’ve probably still seen the gigantic marquis atop each of their donut shops in Los Angeles.
Flying out of LAX, the smog is too thick to see the “Hollywood” sign off in the distance. But that monster cement donut perched upon the rooftop on West Manchester Blvd. in Inglewood -since 1953 when the flagship store initially opened- remains a quirky LA institution all these years later and is still an irresistible 24/7 temptation. That might be the most famous donut in America — and maybe even the world.
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Read MoreIf great comedy requires courage, then Roger Rodd is the bravest of souls. He’s my latest feature on — Facing the Firing Squad.
Read MoreThe Words and Wisdom of Jonathan Gold (a.k.a. food critic of the Los Angeles Times)
A food writer reveals the local ethnic restaurant isn’t just a cozy place to eat; for millions of new immigrants, it’s the modern-day highway to the new American dream and a reflection of who we are.
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