Culture
The Treat That Defines L.A.'s Day of the Dead
This Mexican holiday—and its foods—are anchors of tradition and identity across the border.
CityEats is a series that digs in to what locals eat, and why.
For many people, pan de muerto, the spongy, sweet dome of bread traditionally eaten on the Mexican Día de los Muertos holiday, probably conjures visions of Mexico City. In the month of October, leading up to the huge city-wide celebration of the holiday on November 2, you can get the stuff on practically every corner—from street vendors, Starbucks, and traditional bakeries alike.