Natalia Alvarez, Author at Secret Los Angeles

Based in Madrid, Natalia is a globe-trotting journalist who grew up exploring Los Angeles through a steady diet of cinema, television, and frequent travels. With a background studying media across Madrid, Stockholm, and Sydney, she previously reported for Agencia EFE, Europe's major news agency. Armed with a Master’s in Music Business, you can usually find her hunting for the perfect soundtrack, dissecting West Coast pop culture, or uncovering the best LA secrets from across the pond. Contact: natalia.alvarez@feverup.com

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Rare 20-year lunar alignment and warm El Niño swells collide off Southern California, sending historic 8.5-foot tides crashing toward beach communities

Southern California's coastline is bracing for severe flooding this week as historic tides push seawater into oceanfront communities. Near-record and record-breaking sea levels will trigger multiple da...

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In 1935, a Spanish immigrant opened a churro shop in Mexico City; 91 years later, the historic brand brings its handcrafted recipe to a new storefront in La Habra

A nearly 91-year-old Mexico City institution has brought its traditional churros to La Habra. Churrería El Moro, which first opened its doors in 1935, is now serving its signature fried dough and ho...

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In 1926, LA’s Hotel Figueroa opened as a groundbreaking safe haven for female travelers; exactly 100 years later, the historic landmark is serving spooky seasonal cocktails by its famous coffin-shaped pool

Hotel Figueroa has been a downtown Los Angeles landmark for exactly 100 years. It opened in 1926 as a safe haven for female travelers. At the time, it was the largest commercial project funded entirely...

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Los Angeles will deploy 50 automated cameras across city DASH buses starting November 1 to catch illegally parked cars and speed up commutes

The Los Angeles City Council just authorized a major transit upgrade. In a 13-1 vote, officials approved placing up to 50 automated cameras on city DASH buses. This enforcement program kicks off N...

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Taylor Swift and BTS’s favorite lush Hawaiian-style recording oasis opened on Melrose Avenue in 1976; 50 years later, the $15 million Hollywood compound officially hits the market

A storied history on Melrose Avenue Conway Recording Studios is officially on the market for $15 million. Owner Buddy Brundo is selling the famous space after running it since 1976. Music royalty span...

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Following record-breaking heat waves that caused power costs to triple, LADWP utility shutoffs are paused for all Los Angeles residents through 2026

If you recently opened your Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) bill and experienced pure sticker shock, you aren't alone. Following growing outrage over utility charges spiking by hundre...

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In 1931, Bela Lugosi wore this historic cape to define the famous vampire silhouette; 95 years later, the newly restored symbol of film history is on public display for the very first time on Wilshire Blvd

After years of extensive restoration, the original cape worn by Bela Lugosi in the 1931 film adaptation of 'Dracula' is now on public display for the very first time. The Academy Museum acquired the...

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The owner behind America’s oldest Korean restaurant just opened a ‘chic’ new late-night Japanese izakaya inside L.A.’s historic Brown Derby Plaza

L.A. nightlife just got a major culinary upgrade. The restaurateur behind America's oldest Korean restaurant has officially shifted gears from open-fire barbecue to a modern Japanese dining experien...

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The world’s first YUU Japanese Food Hall just launched an unprecedented culinary experience in SoCal, featuring 14 award-winning menus, exclusive crane games, and late-night karaoke

Round1 Bowling & Arcade just opened its newest location at Pacific View Mall in Ventura on October 10. But this isn't just your standard entertainment center. The entire first floor is home to the...

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L.A. Metro officially breaks ground on $4 billion light rail project, bringing local commuter trains back to Van Nuys Boulevard after 70 years

L.A. County is officially one step closer to a more connected transit network. On Monday, L.A. Metro officially broke ground on the East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit project. This marks a...