Mona Holmes is a Contributor at KCRW. She covers a diverse range of topics related to food and beverages, including restaurant innovation, cannabis regulation, and the hospitality industry, with a particular focus on the intersection of cannabis and culinary experiences. Mona's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as MSN and Eater.
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Los Angeles, United States (Local)
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Mona's coverage is heavily focused on local Los Angeles-based food and entertainment news, with a strong emphasis on restaurant openings, closures, and events. If you have insights into the LA food scene or any new exciting restaurant openings or closures in the area, she may be interested in your pitch.
Given her focus on private sector announcements and event coverage related to restaurants and dining experiences in Los Angeles, consider pitching stories that involve exclusive interviews with chefs or restaurateurs about their latest ventures or culinary trends specific to this region.
As Mona's primary geographic focus is local (United States, California, Los Angeles), ensure that any pitches are directly relevant to this area.
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Three years in, Melrose Hill’s Italian restaurant has figured out exactly what it wants to be
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And any day, for that matter
“It’s been awhile since Vegas has been up here, and it’s great to be representing our city.”
By: Mona Holmes
Frank & Frank’s opens in Chinatown Central Plaza with a tight menu and plenty of heart
By: Matthew Kang, Mona Holmes
Los Angeles has arrived as a barbecue city . Today's scene is all about technique and personality, as newcomers mix with longtime barbecue restaurants
Chef Sean Brock went full California. Then Angelenos asked for cornbread and grits.
By: Mona Holmes
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