🇺🇸 LA Diary — Good Food, Cozy Spots & Holiday Magic

Watched Zootopia with my boo after waiting a decade for a sequel — next one might be in another 10 years! 😂 Him: “Maybe we’ll bring our kid next time.” Me: “Are you saying you want kids with me?!” 💕 🍜 Hangari Kalguksu (Ktown) A go-to for authentic Korean knife-cut noodles. We always add meat — pork jowl over pork belly, trust me! A bit pricey but so worth it. ☕️ Saero Coffee (DTLA) Tiny Korean cafe, always buzzing. Their signature drinks are delicious, though not mind-blowing. Parking? Good luck 🚗💨 🥪 Banh Mi Hoa Phat (Monterey Park) The best banh mi in LA — crispy pork that’s unmatched anywhere else. Huge portions! (Thien Huong in Chinatown is also legendary, but be ready to wait.) ☕️ Amai Coffee & Tea (Glendale) Finally in LA — no more driving to OC! Vietnamese coffee done right. The banana cream is luscious 🍌. 🍳 Nep Cafe (Fountain Valley) Popular Vietnamese brunch spot. The crab toast is my boo’s fave. Everything we’ve tried has been amazing — and don’t skip dessert! 📚 Hennessey + Ingalls (Arts District) Huge art & architecture bookstore near Hauser & Wirth. Quiet, inspiring, and perfect for a slow browse. 🎄 Old World Village (Huntington Beach) A charming festive village with Christmas markets, cute shops, and holiday decor. Felt like stepping into a winter wonderland ✨ Wishing everyone warmth, joy, and lots of good eats this holiday season 🎁❤️ #LAlife #LAfood #KoreanFood #VietnameseCoffee #BookstoreVibes #ChristmasMarkets #HolidaySeason #DateIdeasLA #EatDrinkExplore #LosAngeles #FoodAndLove #WeekendWander #CozySeason