Los Angeles is unique in its own right. It’s truly a melting pot and home to people and food from all around the world. There’s certainly something for everyone here. Whether you’re in the mood to surf or snowboard, there’s a place for that. If you want late-night carne asada tacos or tikka masala, L.A.’s got your back! From celebrities at the grocery store to our well-known Tupac anthem—it’s tough to imagine any other place like it.
To show off our L.A. pride, we decided to ask our dear audience why they won’t leave L.A., and here were our favorite responses (with some of our own):
1. “Born and raised… this is home.”
2. “The weather is priceless.”
3. “We have championship teams. The Dodgers, Lakers, and Rams!”
4. “Because the minute I walked outside at LAX, I knew it was my home.”
5. “I’ve visited other places. Many places. And every time I breathe a sigh of relief upon coming back here.”
6. “The diversity and culture!”
7. “Best weather. Mountains. Snow. Sunshine. Beaches. Music. Opportunity. Multicultural. Food. Life. Family and sports. Need I say more?”
8. “It’s where I can run into Johnny Depp at the grocery store.”
9. “No matter where you’re from, L.A. has a home for you.”
10. “If I want to eat after midnight, there is always somewhere open.”
11. “Because I would miss it if I left.”
12. “Tacos. KBBQ. In N Out. Pupusas. The food, period.”
13. “The million things to see and do. Music is the best too. Never gets boring in LA.”
14. “3rd generation… I love the weather, the beaches, the food, and the people. Great interesting people.
15. “Because in the words of the immortal Tupac, ‘To Live And Die In L.A.'”
16. “I’ve been here 22 years and I’m still finding new things within 10 miles of home.”
17. “The beach, skate, and music culture.”
18. “I can’t imagine living anywhere else.”
19. “It’s progressive. People accept me for who I am here.”
20. “Sunny personalities and mellowness.”
21. “The street food. Bacon wrapped hot-dogs and elotes.”
22. “I came for the tofu and never left.”
23. “West Coast is the best coast.”
24. “The heart wants, what the heart wants!”
25. “Simple. I love L.A.”
26. “I have the freeways memorized. How would I get around if I didn’t refer to everywhere by how long it takes to get there?”
27. “I don’t own a coat and even my priest is cool.”
28. “Things to do at 2A.M. on any given sleepless night.”
29. “No matter where I travel I still can’t find another city that I would trade it for.”
30. “Even if you just visit, you’ll never want to leave. There are just too many good things.”
31. “Not only are the people friendly, but it’s 420 friendly too.”
32. “We have the best theme parks. Disney, I’m looking at you.”
33. “People here care about animals and the planet.”
34. “We’re home to some of the best rock bands. Guns N’ Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against the Machine, etc.”
35. “Lived in two East Coast cities before L.A. and I have to say L.A. is the best! It’s just different over here.”
36. “Just look outside and enjoy the forever blue skies.”
37. “Dog-friendly restaurants.”
38. “Iced coffee and tacos on every corner. No complaints.”
39. “So much history! You name it. Movies, music, businesses, and culture!”
40. “My family and I migrated here. It feels like home and it is.”
Sophie Len - Staff Writer
