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Los Angeles pizza is having a moment. Some of our favorite pizzaiolos tell us why

With the Super Bowl and cold weather in full swing this week, we’re craving a hot bowl of chili. From chocolate to Fritos, here are some tricks to make yours a winner.

Events and experience in Los Angeles and greater Souther California in early February.

Scope out an international mural festival in Long Beach. Check out a night of music and performance at Tuesday Night Cafe. Attend one of The Airborne Toxic Event’s hometown shows. Listen to Killer Mike (of Run the Jewels) talk about his life and career.

Watch Jean-Luc Godard’s last film. Be dazzled by the artistry of Québec-based Cirque FLIP. View new works by Alison Saar. Attend LAist’s in-person event: Culinary Connections - What’s Good In DTLA Food with our How To LA team.

We’re hitting the ground running with our coverage this year. Here’s what’s in store.

LAist Food editor Gab Chabrán tries different types of tamales around SoCal and reflects on his own experiences eating them.

Dutch babies, tamales guatemaltecos, mince pies, panettone, bibingka and more - culinary holiday traditions based on LAist staff suggestions