Prepare your taste buds for an epic food journey! The LA Times Food Bowl is back for its 7th year — and ready to showcase the mouthwatering delights of Southern California’s culinary wonders. Get ready to indulge in the finest flavors across Los Angeles and beyond — to discover and celebrate the hidden gems of our local restaurant scene.
At this highly-anticipated foodie event, the best culinary gems come together right on the historic Paramount Backlot to create an unforgettable feast! With over 120 mouthwatering businesses and chefs showcasing their tantalizing flavors with live cooking from celebrities, chefs, and culinary personalities satisfying all your senses. From a one-day culinary brunch to a full-blown night market, this is a weekend-long gastronomic adventure like no other.

Day one kicks off this Friday as a celebration of our city’s Latin American flavors featuring local restaurants, cocktails, and more — from Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and beyond along with cooking demonstrations from Bricia Lopez and Danny Trejo. Day two is Saturday Night Flavor — spotlighting global cuisine that reflects quintessential L.A., featuring demonstrations from Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn, Justin Pichetrungsi, Ahmad Alzahabi, Nick DiGiovanni and Aarti Sequeira!
Last, but certainly not least — Sunday closes out with a brunch event that transforms the backlot into an afternoon block party for folks of all ages, serving up classic barbecue, juicy burgers, and cooking demonstrations from Tiffani Thiessen, Timothy Hollingsworth, and Marcus Samuelsson. You’ve never brunched like this before.

Food will be devoured, drinks will be poured, and DJs will compliment the mood with perfectly curated music! Come hungry and prepare to leave full because this is the perfect opportunity to sample the best of the city’s bites all in one place. Don’t miss out. Get your tickets now to join in on this weekend’s foodie fun.
???????? LA Food Bowl Dates:
- September 22, 2023 — Fiesta Friday: 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. (VIP early entrance at 7 p.m.)
- September 23, 2023 — Saturday Night Flavor: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (VIP early entrance at 6 p.m.)
- September 24, 2023 — Sunday Backlot Brunch: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (VIP early entrance at 11 a.m.)
????️ Tickets:
Saturday Night Market tickets are currently SOLD OUT. There are limited Friday and Sunday tickets remaining. Get your tickets here!
- VIP (Fiesta Friday)
- GA (Sunday Backlot Brunch)
- VIP (Sunday Backlot Brunch)
- Sunday Youth Ticket, under 21 years of age
????️ Location: Paramount Pictures Studios Backlot, 5555 Melrose Avenue Los Angeles, 90038