When Aricia Alvarado and Hugo Molina settled down in Alhambra to raise their family over 20 years ago, what they brought with them turned out to be more than just a growing family — they brought a deep-rooted culinary passion that would reshape a beloved local eatery. For Alvarado, returning to Alhambra was a homecoming. […]
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The Wild Whisk Takes Desserts to New Frontiers
What started as a childhood hobby has blossomed into one of Alhambra’s most exciting new bakeries: The Wild Whisk, a sweet labor of love from Tracy Yen and her husband, Francisco Angel. The couple met while studying at the University of Southern California. Yen, who earned a degree in marketing, spent ten years in the […]
Orange County’s Favorite Vietnamese Coffee, Da Vien, is Coming to Alhambra
Drive by Da Vien in Westminster or Garden Grove and you might see lines out the door. Da Vien is famous for its specialty Vietnamese coffee, which is traditionally brewed using a phin filter and sweetened with condensed milk. The result is a strong, sugary coffee that’s growing in popularity in Los Angeles thanks to […]
Hidden Gems of Alhambra
While the majority of restaurants in Alhambra are located on Main Street and Valley Blvd, there are other great eateries scattered throughout the city that are worth highlighting. Did you know there is an omakase in Alhambra? Located on South Fremont Ave., across the street from The Alhambra, is Kogane. “Omakase” is a meal that […]
New Businesses Bring International Flavors to Alhambra
Alhambra is bustling with new businesses! From Indonesian drinks called Milo Dinosaur to a bakery selling Hawaiian Furikake Chex mix, a variety of businesses have opened in the city. For the boba drinkers, there’s no need to travel to Taiwan to taste popular hand-made tea. Wushiland has opened on Main and Garfield next to Burlington. […]
Good Food for Good Value, Local Bib Gourmand Awardees in Alhambra
The Michelin Guide has released its 2025 list of the restaurants so this is a great time to remind everyone what we have locally that is Michelin recognized. As the gateway city to the SGV, Alhambra is home to a whopping six restaurants that are Michelin notable. A destination for foodies, the city welcomes your […]
Scooping to Success For 84 Years at Fosselman’s
One of the landmark businesses in Alhambra is Fosselman’s Ice Cream. Opened in 1941, the Fosselmans have been serving ice cream for over a hundred years. A family run business, owners brothers Chris and John Fosselman have been using the same ice cream mix that serves as the base for all of their flavors for […]
Alhambra In-N-Out to Close for 10 Months for Renovations
If you’re craving cheeseburgers and animal fries, soon you’ll have to look at neighboring cities. The Alhambra In-N-Out, located at 1210 N Atlantic Blvd, is closing for 10 months beginning this Saturday, April 19, for renovations. According to the Alhambra City website, the updates include a new drive-thru and interior layout with new CMU walls, […]
The Best Comfort Food in SGV is in Alhambra
The best new chicken and waffle shop in Los Angeles is tucked away inside a small plaza, next to a 7-11 and a Papa Johns Pizza. Monty’s Alhambra opened in January and already has a few regulars, including firefighters from nearby Station 74 and locals who frequent Granada Park just a block away. Monty’s Alhambra […]
Michelin Guide 2024 Drives Locals to Enjoy World-Class Alhambra Eateries
How far would you drive for good food? In Alhambra, we have world-class restaurants only minutes away. Alhambra has six restaurants currently on the Michelin Guide, spanning from a dim sum parlor to a Malaysian cafe, and many more that were recognized in previous years. The Michelin Guide originated as a way to get people […]