Okay. I’m sitting on a couch in my living room on a Friday night. The growling of my stomach motivates me. Go get grub. The next thing I do is call So-Cal Burgers to place my order. In a few minutes, I hop on my ride and make my way to So-Cal. I’m just around the...
There is no other place like the Pan American Bank because of its location in East Los Angeles, a place that you can call home. Once you’re in East Los Angeles, you feel very welcome and joyful. Most of all, the Pan American Bank is a bank that has a history that...
I’ve lived in East L.A. all my life. I was born in Monterey Park, but I spent my whole life in L.A. I used to live near the edge of East Los Angeles, by Commerce. I was born there, but my mom and dad moved from Commerce to East L.A. for the cheaper rent. I’ve always...
Maria is one of the many street vendors in my community. I interviewed her as my local East L.A. celebrity. She was very apprehensive throughout the interview, quiet and vague when answering questions. This is understandable considering the authorities can be a hassle...
Three years ago when I moved to East L.A., I already knew about the common fast food restaurants found in every city, but I wanted to know about the specific flavors of East L.A. One of the first places for me to try out was Troy’s Burgers. All the friends I met in...
Whittier Boulevard is located in East Los Angeles. Its history makes it memorable and important to the residents of the community. Around World War II, Whittier Boulevard was surrounded by low-riders. That is still going on right now. Today, people are not letting the...
When you think of a philanthropist, a picture of a wealthy individual dressed in business attire most likely pops into your head. You wouldn't expect a man whose usual outfits consist of Dickie shorts, flannels and a fitted hat to also be a philanthropist. Gerardo...
Now that it’s a CVS pharmacy, the building still has part of the theater's design on it, which means a lot to the people who were heartbroken that it had to be shut down. Most people who remember the theater still think a lot about how their community is changing....
Maria’s Market has been around for more than 30 years. It is located in front of Obregon Park on Michigan Avenue. I always pass by it on my way to adult school. I see students go in to buy refreshments and snacks as I walk by. Most of their customers are from the high...
The streets of Atlantic and Whittier are known for having stores scattered throughout. On the intersection of these streets, there is this small store called The Garage Board Shop, a family owned store that is eye-catching and booming with energy. The Garage Board...
