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The Daily Brief: LA Mag's 10 Best New Restaurants, Oscar Nominations Include L.A. Magazine Cover Stars, and more.

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Los Angeles Magazine's 10 Best New Restaurants

Experience the latest culinary delights in Los Angeles with standout new restaurant openings. At the top is Ladyhawk, where Chef Charbel Hayek brings his signature Middle Eastern-inspired menu to West Hollywood. Featuring dishes like a za’atar-laden Man’oushe with labneh, Hayek showcases the beauty of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Meanwhile, Camélia merges French and Japanese flavors for a unique dining experience, and Si! Mon introduces a buzzworthy Panamanian seafood menu in Venice. Each venue presents not just delicious meals but also vibrant atmospheres that reflect their culinary inspirations. From izakaya-style Japanese cuisine at Budonoki to whimsical Italian creations at Leopardo, L.A.'s new spots redefine the city’s dining landscape. With contributions like Chef Michael Mina's Egyptian-Mediterranean Orla and Chef Asaf Maoz's Middle Eastern-infused Carmel, these restaurants blend cultural traditions with modern flavors. As you dine through L.A.’s new scene, enjoy unique experiences that cater to a range of palates and make every meal unforgettable.

Oscar Nominations Include L.A. Magazine Cover Stars Colman Domingo and Sebastian Stan

Exciting news for film lovers! Colman Domingo and Sebastian Stan, who graced L.A. Magazine covers, are nominated for the 97th Oscars. With "Emilia Pérez" leading nominations, who are you rooting for?

L.A.'s College Students Navigate Campus Life Amid Historic Fires

UCLA and other LA universities shift to remote learning as fires rage nearby. Students face upheaval, but from learning disruptions to community aid, resilience shines through.

'They Just Wanted to Help,' Mother of Fake Firefighter Says of Son's Arrest in Bogus Truck

After losing their newborn daughter, Dustin and Jenni Nehl were arrested for posing as firefighters in a fake fire truck to enter a restricted Malibuzone. Their intentions to help have resulted in serious legal trouble. What motivated them to use a fake fire truck?

A 'Brutalist' AI Backlash and Sundance Sparks

Brady Corbet's "The Brutalist" sparks major debate over AI's impact on film dialogue as industry anxieties rise. Over at Sundance, anticipation builds for this year's indie gems and top contenders. How will AI shape future cinematic storytelling?

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