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05/29/2026

Meet Darren Melamed, Owner of Pizza World

Originally opened in 1978 under the name Kosher Nostra, it was the first kosher pizza shop in Los Angeles. Darren Melamed began as an employee and took over the business in 1991, rebranding it as Pizza World. In recent years, his daughter has joined the team with plans to eventually take over the family business.

Pizza World offers a diverse menu that includes pizza, dairy-free Mexican dishes, Italian specialties, sandwiches, and soups. Open for both lunch and dinner most days of the week, the restaurant provides table service, takeout, and delivery, making it a convenient and family-friendly dining option.

Pizza World primarily serves the surrounding Jewish community and upholds the highest standards of kosher observance in all aspects of food preparation and service. Every item on the menu is Chalav Yisroel and Pas Yisroel, and the kitchen is maintained in strict accordance with halachic requirements. The restaurant also proudly accommodates dietary restrictions including dairy- and gluten-free options.

Visit Pizza World
365 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90036
kosherpizzaworld.com

05/27/2026

Meet David and Stacey Cooperman, Owner of SHALOM HOUSE FINE JUDAICA

Larry and Bernice Cooperman felt there was a need for a Judaica store in the west San Fernando Valley, so they opened Shalom House Fine Judaica in 1971.They sold items for Jewish life cycle such as bris, baby naming, bar and bat mitzvahs, weddings, funerals, Shabbat and Jewish Holidays.

Their son, David Cooperman, and his brother worked in the store growing up and eventually David and his wife Stacey took over the store in 1992. Today they still run the family business along with the help of their 5 daughters, carrying on the tradition that Bernice and Larry put into place.

Shalom House Fine Judaica is well known for offering an extensive range of Judaica products from Israel and Around the World to the Los Angeles community. They focus on hand-crafted items rather than mass-produced ones. These unique, high-quality items often become family heirlooms, treasured for generations.

Visit Shalom House Fine Judaica
19740 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA, 91364
www.shalomhouse.com

05/25/2026

Join us for a webinar series designed to help Legacy Businesses thrive with resources and strategies based on the newly launched Legacy Business Toolkit.

Subject Experts Ramya Sinha from Bet Tzedek, Megan Gordon from Project Equity, and Jante' Pruitt from LA CoopLab will walk through the essential legal tools and strategies needed to ensure your business can grow, transition, or evolve with dignity.

Key Discussion Topics:
- Succession Strategies: Learn the difference between passing a business down, selling it, or switching to a cooperative model.
- Essential Legal Tools: A breakdown of Powers of Attorney, Revocable Trusts, and Succession Clauses in governing documents.
- Asset Management: How to handle commercial real estate, equipment, and sensitive business contracts during a transition.

Visit bit.ly/lalegacytoolkit to register

05/22/2026

Meet Nam Quang Van, owner of Kim Hung Bakery

In 1999, Nam Quang Van acquired Fragrant Cake House, which specialized in Hong Kong-style baked goods, and rebranded it as Kim Hung Bakery. While he preserved the original focus on Hong Kong-style pastries, he also expanded the product range to include a variety of Chaozhou-style cakes and cookies.

Kim Hung Bakery specializes in crafting a diverse range of baked goods that highlight Chinese cultural traditions and culinary artistry. Their offerings include traditional mooncakes, wedding cakes, peanut candy, malt sugar candy, and fruit cakes. They also created a distinctive product known as the candy tower, which is used in traditional Chinese worship practices.

Kim Hung Bakery prides itself on using high-quality ingredients and traditional handcrafting techniques to ensure the authenticity and excellence of its products. Nam Quang Van trained with traditional masters in China, Cambodia, and Thailand to perfect these age-old techniques. They provide a unique and cherished experience that resonates deeply with the Chinatown community.

Visit Kim Hung Bakery
959 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA, 90012

05/20/2026

Legacy Businesses don't just stand the test of time, they star in it! These aren't just backdrops; they're the iconic diners, historic hotels, and vintage storefronts that give every movie and TV show that unmistakable Los Angeles flair. Get ready for a cinematic tour as we pull back the curtain on the Legacy Businesses that deserve an Oscar for Best Supporting Location!

La Casa del Mariachi
1836 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, USA
La Casa del Mariachi is a renowned custom charro suit and Mariachi suitmaker that has been attracting musicians, celebrities, and students from all over the world since 2002. Some of his more famous clients include Carlos Santana, Placido Domingo, and the chihuahuas of Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3.

Yuca’s
2056 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, USA
Yuca’s has been serving authentic Yucatan-style cuisine since 1976. In Season 1, Episode 6 of the Ballard TV series, Ballard, Aaron, and Laffont banter about the best burgers in L.A. Laffont insists, “Yuca’s on Hillhurst. Tiny little taco shack in the middle of a parking lot. That’s the best burger in L.A.”

MagicSnow
4423 W Jefferson Blvd, Ste 105, Los Angeles, CA, 90016, USA
Since 2004, MagicSnow has been the entertainment industry’s go-to source for realistic snow effects. The company created a memorable snowfall moment in Keith Urban’s music video “Tonight I Wanna Cry,” adding emotional depth to the visuals.

PCT Ginseng & Herbs
810 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, USA
Established in 1993, PCT Ginseng & Herbs specializes in traditional herbal teas & remedies. Bling Empire’s Christine and Dorothy get their tongues examined at PCT Ginseng & Herbs, which is one of the principal diagnostic methods in traditional Chinese medicine.

Hollywood Toys & Costumes
6600 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, USA
Hollywood Toys & Costumes, established in 1950, is a year-round costume store. It was featured in Season 19 of Ghost Adventures in the episode 'Terror at the Toy Shop,' where Zak Bagans and the crew investigated reports of poltergeist activity at the haunted costume shop.

05/18/2026

Join us for a webinar series designed to help Legacy Businesses thrive with resources and strategies based on the newly launched Legacy Business Toolkit.

Learn how to transform Los Angeles streets, sidewalks, and private property lots into vibrant outdoor dining spaces through the permanent Al Fresco program's streamlined application and permitting process. City staff from LADBS, BOE, and Planning departments will walk you through the new application requirements, design standards, and streamlined permitting process for outdoor dining on sidewalks and private property.

Visit bit.ly/lalegacytoolkit to register

05/15/2026

Meet Hanh Minh Dam, owner of Pho Café

Hanh Minh Dam took out a personal loan to rent a vacant space on Sunset Boulevard. She renovated it herself and, with help from her sister, she created the menu and set up the kitchen. Pho Café serves authentic Vietnamese dishes rooted in her mother’s home cooking, using recipes passed down through generations.

Pho Café specializes in traditional, home-cooked pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) and bun (Vietnamese cold noodles), introducing countless local residents to the warmth and richness of authentic Vietnamese home-style cooking. Their dishes are freshly prepared every day using original ingredients and techniques. The pho soup base is simmered for 12 hours every day.

Hanh Minh Dam’s culinary excellence paid off as she earned recognition for her food by earning Zagat’s “Rated Excellent 2004 – 2014”, Bon Appetit’s “Best of the Year 2007”, and Trip.com’s “Community Award Highly Recommended 2017” awards. She manages Pho Cafe daily with the same dedication and community spirit that helped her build it from the ground up.

Visit Pho Café
2841 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90026
https://phocafe.com/

05/13/2026

Calling all small businesses, the Legacy Business Webinars are BACK!

Join us for the next webinar in the Legacy Business Toolkit Webinar Series: Commercial Anti-Displacement, Safeguarding Our Neighborhood Anchors.

During this virtual webinar, we will be continuing the discussion on Commercial Anti-Displacement. Learn how community organizations are taking an active role in helping keep their neighborhood businesses in their community. This webinar is intended to help business owners learn how to remain in and serve their local communities.

The webinar will be on May 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

For more information, please visit bit.ly/lalegacytoolkit

05/11/2026

Calling all small businesses, the Legacy Business Webinars are BACK!

Join us for the next webinar in the Legacy Business Toolkit Webinar Series: Commercial Anti-Displacement, Safeguarding Our Neighborhood Anchors.

During this virtual webinar, small business owners will learn about practical laws, policies, and strategies designed to help businesses navigate rising rent, shifting markets, and commercial displacement pressures while staying rooted in their communities. This webinar is intended to assist business owners in learning about remaining in and serving their local communities.

The webinar will be TOMMORROW May 12, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

For more information, please visit bit.ly/lalegacytoolkit

05/08/2026

Meet Kenji Suzuki, Owner of Suehiro Cafe Little Tokyo

Sisters Junko and Yuriko opened Suehiro Cafe in 1972 in Little Tokyo. They slowly turned strangers into loyal customers and friends into regulars. Today, the family legacy continues under Junko’s son Kenji and his wife Tomoko, carrying forward a tradition of warmth, care, and authentic Japanese comfort food that has stood the test of time.

In 2024, Suehiro Cafe lost its flagship location in Little Tokyo, but it is still woven into the history of Little Tokyo itself. With its new location in the Historic Core, Suehiro continues to honor its past while serving as a gathering place for the neighborhood keeping traditions alive one meal at a time.

Suehiro Cafe is known for serving traditional Japanese meals that nourish both body and culture. From donburis (rice bowls) and teishoku (set meals) to seasonal specialties like ozoni and yakitori grilled over traditional Japanese charcoal, the menu bridges generations and cultures. It gives longtime residents a taste of home while introducing new visitors to japanese dishes beyond the usual sushi and ramen options.

Vist Suehiro DTLA
400 S Main St, Unit #102, Los Angeles, CA, 90013

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