My return, yet again, to takeout and outdoor dining

Suggestions for takeout and dining outside, with a few thoughts on Omicron and the plight of L.A. restaurants.
Bill Addison • Los Angeles Times • January 15, 2022
At the beginning of this week, a colleague and I had dinner at a restaurant we left feeling excited about. On-point cooking, friendly staff, lots more on the menu to come back and delve into. This particular place didn’t have any outdoor seating,...
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