The best places to eat and drink in L.A. this month, according to our food writers

"February was a short but busy month, with holidays Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras, Iftar and Lent all overlapping this year. It also marked Black History Month, offering an opportunity to celebrate the culinary contributions of Black communities near and far, including resilient restaurants in Pasadena and Altadena, a 250-acre ranch in Acton that represents the largest Black-owned farm in L.A. County."

"In Inglewood, Serving Spoon won the America's Classic in California award from the James Beard Foundation, and will receive a medal at the ceremony this June. With summer temperatures and clear skies this weekend, it's hard to believe that just weeks ago, the city was hit with a week of heavy rainstorms."

"March brings the start of spring, which means we're already seeing seasonal produce such as asparagus, peas and apricots appear on our favorite menus. Keep reading for more dining ideas this month, including the return of a globe-trotting cafe, a community-minded food hub in South L.A. and an Argentinian bistro with a connection to Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance."

February was marked by overlapping holidays including Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras, Iftar, and Lent, alongside Black History Month celebrations. The month highlighted Black culinary contributions through resilient Pasadena and Altadena restaurants, a 250-acre Black-owned farm in Acton—the largest in L.A. County—and chef Joe Randall's 50-year legacy in African American cuisine. Serving Spoon in Inglewood received the James Beard Foundation's America's Classic award. Heavy rainstorms earlier forced temporary closures and repairs at regional restaurants. March brings spring's arrival with seasonal produce including asparagus, peas, and apricots, alongside new dining venues including a returning globe-trotting cafe, a South L.A. food hub, and an Argentinian bistro.

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