New at LA Plaza Cocina: Free Cooking Demonstrations
LA Plaza Cocina is excited to share that this year, we will be having Free Culinary Cooking Demonstrations that will be open for the community to enjoy! Our guest chef
Welcome to LA Plaza Cocina
A culinary museum focused on Mexico’s food history and culture.
555 N Spring St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
555 N Spring St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
LA Plaza Cocina New Hours of Operation
LA Plaza Cocina has new Hours of Operations. Our new Hours of Operation are Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm. We are closed to the public Monday-Friday. Please contact us if you have any questions. We thank you for your patience as we adjust into our new Operating Hours.
Upcoming Cooking Classes
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01April
10:00 am - 12:00 pmHecho con Amor: Garden Activation & Cooking Class
Featured Exhibitions
From its origin story in Mesoamerica to its trajectory around the world and back, Legacy of Cacao celebrates the history and culture of chocolate.
Starts:
Nov 5, 2022
Ends:
Apr 30, 2023
Explore our semi-permanent exhibit that tells the story of our community members and their family heirlooms related to Mexican and Mexican American cuisine.
Starts:
Feb 7, 2022
Ends:
Dec 31, 2023
Latest Blog Posts
Mexico’s Mesoamerican Treasure: Chocolate
The origins of chocolate are argued to be older than corn itself. Within Mexican cuisine, chocolate is a historical culinary ingredient. Chocolate comes from the fruit of the cacao tree,
August Almanac 2022
The produce season of August brings the best of summer. With fruits showing their true seasonal colors, it’s the best time to enjoy what the season has to offer. This
Exploring Mexico: Baja California, North and South
The Northern and Southern states of Baja California are often recognized as borderland states due to their proximity to the United States. Its influence, due to the migration of people
The Dishes of Mesoamerica: Tamales
Tamales represent the nation’s legendary culinary endeavor with maize. Archeologically, tamales are the oldest form of Mexico’s culinary arts. Fossils of corn husks have been found in southern Mexico. This
Exploring Mexico: Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes’ culinary culture beholds a space for fruitful discoveries. Mixing their local fruits with meats and cheeses, the state takes advantage of its natural resources to develop a unique culinary
Mexico’s Mesoamerican Treasure: Maize
Corn or Maize is a foundational staple in Mexico due to its influence on its religion, politics, and culinary culture. In the Mesoamerican world, corn was foundational in multiple ways.
June Almanac 2022
LA Plaza Cocina is proud to share with you an Alamac every month to showcase all of the incoming seasonal fruits and vegetables. June marks the beginning of summer, when
Welcome to LA Plaza Cocina’s Blog!
From its historical origins to its migratory routes, and its modern twists on classic dishes, Mexico’s food culture goes beyond its borders and into cities such as Los Angeles, exploring