Vista LA: The Revival of the West Coast Eastside Sound
RAMPART RECORDS
With hopes of becoming a Mexican-American "Motown," Rampart Records introduced the "West Coast Eastside Sound" in the '60s. While many of the label's artists have faded into music history, but we met up with the man who's keeping their legacy alive.
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"CANTINFLAS" MOVIE
He's been called the Charlie Chaplin of Mexico. A new biographic movie opening on August 29th celebrates the life of the legendary "Cantinflas."
For more movie info go to: http://www.pantelionfilms.com
CAPELLA FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL/CHEF RICARDO ZARATE
Peruvian cuisine is a fusion of cultures and flavors, and in the last few years, it's become one of the hottest food trends in L.A.! At the forefront of this food "revolution" is the local king of Peruvian cuisine, Chef Ricardo Zarate. In four short years, he's opened four successful L.A. restaurants, so it's no surprise he got a special invite to the exclusive Capella Food and Wine Festival held in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico this year.
For a taste of Zarate's delicious creations:
Paiche Peruvian Izakaya
13488 Maxella Avenue
Marina Del Rey, 90290
Blue Tavern
119 State Street
Santa Barbara, 93101
Mo-Chica
514 West 7th Street
Los Angeles, 90014
Picca Peruvian Cantina
9575 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, 90035
TACOLANDIA
There's no doubt tacos are one of LA's favorite foods, and the taco-craze is only picking up steam! We stopped by LA Weekly's TACOLANDIA and sampled some of the best tacos from over 40 of LA and Mexico's hottest vendors.
Get details at: http://microapp.laweekly.com/tacolandia/2014/index.php
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LAS FOTOS
Las Fotos Project is a community program empowering Latina girls through photography. The girls are all from different neighborhoods, are taught photography skills and techniques, and are encouraged to think critically and explore creative writing. The 12-week program wraps up with an art exhibition open to the public.
MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART
MOLAA, The Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach, is the nation's leading museum of modern and contemporary Latin American art and culture. And now in its 18th year, the museum is doing something it's never done before. It will now invite Latino artists from the U.S. to exhibit in the museum! A ruling in June overturned a long-standing bylaw that only permitted artists who were born in, lived in or worked in Latin America to exhibit at the museum.
628 Alamitos Avenue
Long Beach, 90802
(562) 437-1689
LONG BEACH MAYOR ROBERT GARCIA
Robert Garcia is the youngest, first Latino and first openly gay Mayor of Long Beach. Here's more on Mr. Garcia: http://www.robertgarcia.com
"EL BOXEO" DOCUMENTARY
The sport of boxing has seen many Latino fighters rise to become champions. But some of these legends been forgotten and many are now paying a heavy cost for their glory days inside the ring. Thanks to the new documentary "El Boxeo" their stories will live on.
For more information on where you can watch "El Boxeo," visit: http://www.elboxeothemovie.com
The Retired Boxers Foundation assists retired professional boxers in the transition from their glorious days in the ring to a dignified retirement. Support the foundation at: http://www.retiredboxers.com
AVILA ADOBE ON OLVERA STREET
Avila Adobe at the El Pueblo Historical Monument is considered to be the oldest house in Los Angeles. Built in 1818, it is the most visited site on Olvera Street.
Avila Adobe
El Pueblo Historical Monument
125 Paseo de la Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 628-1274
http://www.elpueblo.lacity.org
SANCHEZ ADOBE AT LA CIENEGA RANCH
Possibly built as early as 1791, some experts now believe the Sanchez Adobe in Baldwin Hills might be the oldest home in Los Angeles County. The Sanchez Adobe is available for private functions and meetings. Contact the Consolidated Board of Realtists at (323) 299-5570 for more information.
Sanchez Adobe
(Currently owned by the Consolidated Board of Realtists)
3725 Don Felipe Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 299-5570
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