Sunday, March 22

Restaurant Review: Nong Lá Cafe

Nong Lá Cafe’s Instagram is filled with images of tender rice noodles, savory broths and vibrant greens. But looks can be deceiving. While Nong Lá certainly offers some tasty meals, the food does not live up to its aesthetically pleasing social media. Read more...

Photo: Nong Lá Cafe on Sawtelle Boulevard serves some tasty dishes, but sacrifices a degree of flavor for its dazzling aesthetic. The restaurant offers a variety of Vietnamese dishes including pho, bun noodle salads and banh mi. (Andrew Warner/Daily Bruin)




Restaurant review: Seoul House of Tofu

UCLA students don’t have to make the long trek out to Koreatown to get some tasty Korean food. Located along Sawtelle Boulevard, Seoul House of Tofu is a prime location for delicious Korean comfort food. Read more...

Photo: Seoul House of Tofu specializes in soon dubu jjigae, a Korean stew of soft tofu and other fillings. The restaurant, which is located along Sawtelle Boulevard offers students a nearby option for comforting Korean food. (Andrew Warner/Daily Bruin senior staff)


Theater Review: ‘Hamilton: An American Musical’

Angelenos don’t have to “wait for it” any longer – “Hamilton: An American Musical” has arrived at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, and it is breathtaking. From its intricately crafted lyrics and melodies to its nuanced performances and spellbinding choreography, “Hamilton” serves up a captivating experience only made more poignant given the country’s current political climate. Read more...

Photo: (Courtesy of Joan Marcus)


Second Take: Disney’s live-action remake of Aladdin spurs casting controversy

Disney’s turbulent casting process for the live-action remake of the 1992 animated classic “Aladdin” has finally come to an end. However, after a four-months-long international search for the perfect lead actors, the company now faces backlash from fans in the form of accusations of whitewashing and cultural misrepresentation. Read more...

Photo: (Harishwer Balasubramnai/Daily Bruin Senior Staff)


Concert review: Portugal. The Man at the Hollywood Palladium

Lead singer of Portugal. The Man John Gourley waded through a technicolor jungle of blue and green flashing lights decked out in a pair of sunglasses and khaki pants. Read more...

Photo: Portugal. The Man performed popular hits such as “Purple Yellow Red and Blue” and “Modern Jesus” amid flashing strobe lights and an energized crowd at the Hollywood Palladium. (Michael Zshornack/Photo editor)



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