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"SoCal Wanderer" is an insider's guide to the land of sunshine. Through online articles and videos, "SoCal Wanderer" uncovers the rich culture, history and landscape of Southern California, from local neighborhoods to the outer reaches.

In our latest digital series, join host Rosey Alvero as she explores Los Angeles neighborhoods guided by women business owners of color who are trailblazers in their community. "SoCal Wanderer" is made possible by the Wurwand Foundation's key initiative to support local entrepreneurs, FOUND/LA.

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California Coastal Trail

California Coastal Trail

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California Coastal Trail

Yuca's Tacos

Yuca's Tacos

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6:41

SoCal Wanderer

Yuca's Tacos, a James Beard-Award Winning Taco Stand

The Wild Plum

The Wild Plum

Episode

9:30

SoCal Wanderer

The Wild Plum, Health and Wellness in the City of San Fernando

A young Filipina American eats outside with a small bowl of ube upside down cake.

A young Filipina American eats outside with a small bowl of ube upside down cake.

Episode

7:47

SoCal Wanderer

Crème Caramel LA, One of the Best Filipino Bakeries in Town

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Ediza Lake at Mammoth Lakes is a beautiful clear blue waterscape with snowy mountains.

Ediza Lake at Mammoth Lakes is a beautiful clear blue waterscape with snowy mountains.

SoCal Wanderer

Six Epic SoCal Hikes for Extended Adventures

The Revolution Classic rollercoaster tracks are white and loop at a certain point. Behind is another rollercoaster with red tracks and is taller than the Revolution Classic. A red observation tower can be seen in the near distance. In the foreground, water spurts upwards in a fountain/pond.

The Revolution Classic rollercoaster tracks are white and loop at a certain point. Behind is another rollercoaster with red tracks and is taller than the Revolution Classic. A red observation tower can be seen in the near distance. In the foreground, water spurts upwards in a fountain/pond.

SoCal Wanderer

Beyond Colossus: Tracing 50 Years of Thrilling History at Six Flags

Tall cedar trees line an asphalt road. Cars are parked at various parts of the curb.

Tall cedar trees line an asphalt road. Cars are parked at various parts of the curb.

SoCal Wanderer

7 SoCal 'Christmas' Tree Attractions You Can Visit All Year

A Mission Revival style red brick building stands next to a set of train tracks that cut between the station platform and a line of trees.

A Mission Revival style red brick building stands next to a set of train tracks that cut between the station platform and a line of trees.

SoCal Wanderer

All Aboard! 8 Must-See Vintage Train Stations in SoCal

A row of ice creams in cones.

A row of ice creams in cones.

SoCal Wanderer

We Asked, You Answered: Your Favorite Women-Owned Small Businesses

A green arch bridge made of metal beams stretches between two mountains. Behind it are rolling mountains and a clear blue sky.

A green arch bridge made of metal beams stretches between two mountains. Behind it are rolling mountains and a clear blue sky.

SoCal Wanderer

6 Exhilarating Mountain Drives You Can Take in a Day Around L.A.

A network of tunnels lead to a tree in the center of an open pocket of space. Above sunlight streams in through a hole for light and the tree to pass through.

A network of tunnels lead to a tree in the center of an open pocket of space. Above sunlight streams in through a hole for light and the tree to pass through.

SoCal Wanderer

An In-N-Out Museum and Underground Gardens: 10 Quirky Stops Along Highway 99

An ice cream storefront with bright red tables and chairs on the sidewalk. A large sign shaped like two scoops of ice cream on a waffle cone and topped with a cherry stands by the door. The store itself is brightly colored, with pink and white stripes and images of ice cream all over.

An ice cream storefront with bright red tables and chairs on the sidewalk. A large sign shaped like two scoops of ice cream on a waffle cone and topped with a cherry stands by the door. The store itself is brightly colored, with pink and white stripes and images of ice cream all over.

SoCal Wanderer

Beyond the Forum and Sofi Stadium: 9 Spots to Get a Local Feel of Inglewood

A close-up photo of goat birria tacos on a paper plate. The birria taco is smothered in a orange-red sauce. The entire dish is topped with pickled red onions and green herbs, possibly cilantro or parsley.

A close-up photo of goat birria tacos on a paper plate. The birria taco is smothered in a orange-red sauce. The entire dish is topped with pickled red onions and green herbs, possibly cilantro or parsley.

SoCal Wanderer

Birria and Iced Coffee: 6 Compton Spots for Good Eats and Health

Various Jack Skellington heads are on propped up on black rods in a display at the Academy Museum. The face in the forefront holds a surprised expression.

Various Jack Skellington heads are on propped up on black rods in a display at the Academy Museum. The face in the forefront holds a surprised expression.

SoCal Wanderer

11 Memorably Morbid Outings in SoCal

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Mingles Tea Bar

Mingles Tea Bar

SoCal Wanderer

Mingles Tea Bar Connects Inglewood One Cup at a Time

In Inglewood, Rosey meets Lara of Mingle’s Tea Bar and learns the art of tea and family.

Season 2 Episode 5

Compton Health Bar

Compton Health Bar

SoCal Wanderer

Compton Health Bar, Holistic Healing in the 'Hood

Rosey learns how a wellness center uses herbal remedies & traditions to heal its community

Season 2 Episode 4

Yuca's Tacos

Yuca's Tacos

SoCal Wanderer

Yuca's Tacos, a James Beard-Award Winning Taco Stand

Rosey explores the history and flavor of a famed family-run L.A. taco stand.

Season 2 Episode 3

The Wild Plum

The Wild Plum

SoCal Wanderer

The Wild Plum, Health and Wellness in the City of San Fernando

Rosey meets two sisters who built a wellness spa and yoga studio in San Fernando.

Season 2 Episode 2

A young Filipina American eats outside with a small bowl of ube upside down cake.

A young Filipina American eats outside with a small bowl of ube upside down cake.

SoCal Wanderer

Crème Caramel LA, One of the Best Filipino Bakeries in Town

Rosey finds some of the best Filipino-baked goods in town at Crème Caramel LA.

Season 2 Episode 1

Rosey Alvero

Rosey Alvero

SoCal Wanderer

Anacapa to Ojai

Rosey visits Anacapa Island and the Ventura Harbor, rides her bike to Ojai, and checks out Thacher Observatory.

Season 1 Episode 101