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As of 2010, about 2.5 million residents of the Greater Los Angeles area are of Mexican American origin/heritage. As of 1996 Mexican -Americans make up about 80% of the Latino population in the Los Angeles area. As of 1996 the Los Angeles region had around 3,736,000 people of Mexican origins.
LA Restaurants Perfect for Celebrity -spotting Chateau Marmont. This oh-so exclusive West Hollywood hotel and restaurant is a no-brainer when it comes to celebrity spotting, since the suites and bungalows here have long been a favourite place for stars to hide away. Gjelina. AGO. Casa Vega. Craig’s. Petit Trois.
The 99 Most Iconic Dishes in Los Angeles French Dip Sandwich, Philippe’s. Chinatown. Mediterranean Gem Salad, Sycamore Kitchen. Fairfax. Pho, Golden Deli. Chicken Noodle Soup, Greenblatt’s Deli. Ice Cream Sandwich, Diddy Riese. Green Tea Matcha Latte, Urth Caffe. Edible Espresso Cup, Alfred Coffee. Macaron from Bottega Louie.
The reason why the food is the same is that they’re using a formula which works. They need to sell food which the local population wants to eat. It’s a proven formula, so they can make their money. These restaurants buy their products from a wholesaler, who gives them the recipes.
Of course, the number one reason for the influx of Mexican food in America is immigration. Many Mexican -Americans have continued to serve their cultural dishes as a symbol of pride for their ethnicity, as well as for nostalgia’s sake.
Its culinary adaptability has impacted its spread and popularity on a global scale and its presence in the United States is no exception. Culinary staples like tortillas, salsa, chips, chili, burritos, and tacos help to formulate many Americans’ notions of Mexican food .
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Some Californians claim that Cal-Mex food is healthier , with more of an emphasis on fish and avocados and more veggies. The beans are served whole, not refried. Tacos are crispier. They also say that in California , you will find a greater variety of cheeses, while in Texas , the emphasis is mostly on cheddar.
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EAST LA IS PERFECTLY FREAKING SAFE. Its fine. Its filled with families and its mostly Latino, with alot of Asians as well, some blacks, and a few whiteys like me. I have NEVER had a problem on this side of town.
It became a part of Mexico in 1821 following the Mexican War of Independence. In 1848, at the end of the Mexican –American War, Los Angeles and the rest of California were purchased as part of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, and thus became part of the United States.
Yes, it has a reputation for being somewhat dangerous but it is also known for being a clean and safe holiday destination. The high crime rates MIGHT alarm you, but in comparison to other big cities in the US, Los Angeles has “the largest decline in crime of any major American city” – according to the FBI.