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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

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Yuca's Tacos

Yuca's Tacos

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

The Wild Plum

The Wild Plum

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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.

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

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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.

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11 Memorably Morbid Outings in SoCal

A view of a large domed structure overlooking a cityscape.

A view of a large domed structure overlooking a cityscape.

SoCal Wanderer

10 Best Ways to Explore Los Feliz, According to a 45-Year Insider

The Doheny mansion, an red-orange brick building of French Chateauesque style architecture, mixed with Gothic, Moorish and California Mission elements stands among a grove of various trees. A paved pathway winds up to the mansion. Above the mansion is a bright blue sky.

The Doheny mansion, an red-orange brick building of French Chateauesque style architecture, mixed with Gothic, Moorish and California Mission elements stands among a grove of various trees. A paved pathway winds up to the mansion. Above the mansion is a bright blue sky.

SoCal Wanderer

10 L.A. Landmarks Made Even More Famous by Hollywood Horror Flicks

Two people standing side by side inspect a book and CD, respectively. Behind them is a bookcase pushed up against a vibrant yellow wall with teal blue detailing at the top.

Two people standing side by side inspect a book and CD, respectively. Behind them is a bookcase pushed up against a vibrant yellow wall with teal blue detailing at the top.

SoCal Wanderer

10 Hidden Gems In and Around the City of San Fernando

A woman wearing a black mask sits under a yellow umbrella. Behind her is a store that's painted in bright yellow and says "Créme Caramel." The awning provides shade as well and has the words "coffee, custard and pandesal" written on it.

A woman wearing a black mask sits under a yellow umbrella. Behind her is a store that's painted in bright yellow and says "Créme Caramel." The awning provides shade as well and has the words "coffee, custard and pandesal" written on it.

SoCal Wanderer

8 Spots for Food and Fun You've Got to Visit in and Around Sherman Oaks

A paved walkway stretches along a coastal cliff lined with white residential homes.

A paved walkway stretches along a coastal cliff lined with white residential homes.

SoCal Wanderer

7 Ways to Explore Dana Point's Rich History and Marine Life

A large cliff has a distinct rock formation that look like pillars, which create little crevices for people to go into and explore.

A large cliff has a distinct rock formation that look like pillars, which create little crevices for people to go into and explore.

SoCal Wanderer

9 Epic Volcanic Attractions and Hot Springs to Visit in California

SoCal Wanderer

Seven Best Places to Visit in and Around Avalon on Catalina Island

A camping tent under a blanket of night sky on the Pacific Crest Trail.

A camping tent under a blanket of night sky on the Pacific Crest Trail.

SoCal Wanderer

How Hiking This Trail May Change Your Life

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Compton Health Bar, Holistic Healing in the 'Hood

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