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Author Archives: Tom Fassbender

Advisory Circular LA

Advisory Circular LA — Los Angeles Explorers Guild

Los Angeles is a helicopter town, and Advisory Circular LA lets you know what’s up with that helicopter circling overhead.

Posted byTom FassbenderMarch 26, 2021April 26, 2022Posted inAbove L.A.Tags:helicopterLeave a comment on Advisory Circular LA

A Visit to the Bad Jew

A Visit to the Bad Jew — Los Angeles Explorers Guild

The Bad Jew, a popup deli in Los Angeles, takes that takes the old adage “do one thing and do it well” and elevates it to art.

Posted byTom FassbenderMarch 25, 2021April 25, 2022Posted inRestaurantsTags:popup, sandwichLeave a comment on A Visit to the Bad Jew

The First Utility Pole in Los Angeles

Plaque marking the location of the first utility pole in Los Angeles — Los Angeles Explorers Guild

Everything has to start somewhere. And this site, location of the first utility pole in Los Angeles, marks the beginnings of the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power.

Posted byTom FassbenderMarch 23, 2021April 25, 2022Posted inHistorical MarkerTags:Firsts, Highland ParkLeave a comment on The First Utility Pole in Los Angeles

Burrito King, Sunset Boulevard

Burrito King — Los Angeles Explorers Guild

Burrito King at the corner of Sunset & Alvarado is where the late Warren Zevon went when he wanted a machaca burrito.

Posted byTom FassbenderMarch 19, 2021May 3, 2022Posted inRestaurantsTags:Echo Park, music, Warren Zevon's Los Angeles2 Comments on Burrito King, Sunset Boulevard

The Center of Los Angeles

The Center of Los Angeles — Los Angeles Explorers Guild

Believe it or not, someone pinpointed the exact Center of Los Angeles. It’s known as Edwards’ Point, and it’s an easy place to visit.

Posted byTom FassbenderMarch 16, 2021April 11, 2022Posted inLandmarkTags:cartography, parksLeave a comment on The Center of Los Angeles

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