Cafe Knotted, a beloved pastry chain from Korea, opens its first U.S. location in Westfield Century City.

Christmas is a time for friends and family, for ice skating and sledding, for hot chocolate and ham. These are all staples that have become classic traditions in many American households. Yet more and more Americans are shifting to a new tradition: Chinese food.

I chatted with the co-owner of Nong Lá Vietnamese Cafe, Elaine Phuong, to discuss what it takes to navigate the modern restaurant world as a small Vietnamese business serving food “traditional to her.” Plus, a food review of their phở, bánh mì, and more.

Turkey, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce are some of the most iconic Thanksgiving foods, but for many families and individuals in the Asian-American community, they are not the only dishes on the table during the holiday.

UCLA, world-renowned for its dining services, is considered to be the No. 1 public university for dining in the United States. This designation comes from the variety of cuisines offered across four dining halls and seven takeout spots – one of these locations being FEAST at Rieber. FEAST…