Travis White 4/10/26 Travis White 4/10/26

This One Was Never Just About Food

There are certain places that don’t just feed you; they stay with you. ID-Eclair is one of those places for me. From the moment I first walked in, I knew there was something different about it. Not just the pastries, not just the presentation, but the intention behind everything. It felt thoughtful. It felt elevated. It felt like care. When I recently went back to film my full YouTube feature, that feeling didn’t change. If anything, it deepened. Because this time, I wasn’t just walking in as someone discovering something new; I was returning to something that had already left a mark on me.

Travis White 1/30/26 Travis White 1/30/26

This Blog Is a Love Letter to a Community Union

If you’ve been following my Best Vegan Burgers in LA journey, you already know this — I haven’t been writing blogs for every stop. Most of the storytelling has lived in video, comments, DMs, and real-time conversations with the community.

But this one felt different.

This wasn’t just about trying a restaurant.

This was about listening.

So many of you told me, “You have to go to All Vegan Franks.”

And almost immediately after, “You’re not done — Lucky Catsu is right there too.”

Travis White 1/29/26 Travis White 1/29/26

Âu Lạc — Slowing Down, Listening, Receiving

Some places don’t rush you.

They don’t ask for performance.

They invite you to arrive exactly as you are.

That’s what Âu Lạc felt like to me.

This wasn’t just another Food Review Friday. This was one of those moments where food, space, and timing align — where you realize you’re not just eating, you’re receiving.

Travis White 1/16/26 Travis White 1/16/26

Leonor’s Mexican Vegetarian: A First Taste, A Legacy, A Love Letter

Some places feed you.

Others hold you.

Leonor’s Mexican Vegetarian in North Hollywood is the kind of place that does both.

This wasn’t just another Food Review Friday for me — it was my first long-form YouTube food story, and I knew from the moment I walked through the door that this space deserved more than a quick bite and a rating. Leonor’s carries history, heart, and generations of love in every dish.

Travis White 1/2/26 Travis White 1/2/26

I Had to Put You On: A Vegan Food Guide to Los Angeles

Los Angeles is one of the best cities in the world for vegan food, and also one of the easiest places to waste money on places that look good online but don’t deliver in real life.

After years of living in LA, eating my way through the city, and genuinely supporting plant-based businesses, I realized something: not every “viral” vegan spot is worth your time.

So I made the guide I wish existed.

Travis White 12/23/25 Travis White 12/23/25

Men & Beasts: The New Vegan Star of L.A.

If you’ve been following along, you already know how much I adore Men & Beasts. And now that they’ve made the leap from vegetarian to fully vegan, I can officially say it: this is easily my favorite new vegan spot in L.A. for 2025.

Travis White 12/5/25 Travis White 12/5/25

The Pizza Class That Reminded Me What Community Feels Like

There are restaurants you enjoy… and then there are restaurants that become part of your story. For me, Donna Jean has never been “just dinner.” It’s been community. It’s been comfort. It’s been one of those rare places that feels like it sees you back.

Travis White 11/21/25 Travis White 11/21/25

A Love Letter to Veg & Go — The Heart of Riverside’s Vegan Community

There are places you walk into that stay with you long after you leave. Places where the food tastes good, yes — but the energy tastes even better. Veg & Go is one of those places. A family-run vegan restaurant in Riverside that feels less like a business and more like a heartbeat in the community.

Travis White 11/14/25 Travis White 11/14/25

PETA’s ThanksVegan at Kindred Spirits Care Farm — A Celebration of Compassion, Love, and Light

There are certain traditions that feel less like events and more like homecomings — and PETA’s annual ThanksVegan at Kindred Spirits Care Farm has become one of mine. This was my third year showing up for this gathering, and every time I step into this space, I feel something in me soften… open… realign. It’s something I truly look forward to every year because it reminds me why compassion is at the center of everything I do.

Travis White 11/7/25 Travis White 11/7/25

The Best Review of the Year: Gorganson’s Plant Love 🫀

Every now and then, a restaurant reminds me why I fell in love with food storytelling in the first place. Gorganson’s Plant Love: homed right in the heart of Downtown Pomona, did exactly that. It sits quietly on a calm little street, offering two hours of free parking and a welcoming energy that feels like home the moment you walk in. The vibe is cozy and modern, with a hint of warmth that tells you this place was built with intention.

But the real story starts with the name. Gorganson’s was inspired by the owners’ son who grew up on hemp milk and unknowingly became the heartbeat of the brand. Every recipe, every bite, carries that same sense of love and creativity.

This is what plant-based comfort food looks like when it’s done with purpose.

Travis White 10/14/25 Travis White 10/14/25

My Top Ramen for a Reason — Red White Boneless Ramen in DTLA

And this is why I had to put you on.

You ever take one bite and know the rest of the meal isn’t making it past you? That was me the second that sesame ramen hit the table at Red White Boneless Ramen. I’ve loved them since the early days — back when Studio City was the go-to. But something about this downtown LA location feels like a secret you want to keep, but absolutely can’t.

Travis White 10/12/25 Travis White 10/12/25

Yoga-urt: Vegan Soft Serve with Intention — Now in Granada Hills

You know I don’t drop spots I don’t believe in. But Yoga-urt? They changed my mind.

Their newest shop in Granada Hills, led by Andrea, brings their mindful dessert game straight to the Valley. Everything here is vegan, organic, probiotic, and made completely from scratch. And they’re just one item away from being fully gluten-free — which says a lot about how much intention goes into what they do.

Travis White 10/12/25 Travis White 10/12/25

My Top 5 Vegan Spots in LA (Found on Happy Cow)

If there’s one thing Los Angeles always gets right, it’s vegan food. But finding the right spots — the ones that actually deliver — takes a little exploring. Thankfully, @happycow makes it easy to uncover the best of the best. These are the places I go back to again and again — each with its own story, its own flavor, and its own kind of magic.

🐮🌱💜

Travis White 9/28/25 Travis White 9/28/25

Vegatinos: Vegan Latin Comfort Back in NoHo

Another @happycow find, Vegatinos has officially made its return to North Hollywood. Once a neighborhood favorite, they closed for a bit and reopened this year. They’re now sharing space with Leonor's Vegetarian Mexican Restaurant on Victory Blvd and the comeback is worth it. 🐮🌱

Travis White 9/26/25 Travis White 9/26/25

Lotus Vegan: A Happy Cow Gem in NoHo

Found through @happycow, Lotus Vegan in North Hollywood was one of those recommendations I had to check out — and it did not disappoint. This place is vegan, bold, and unapologetically flavorful. 🐮🌱

Travis White 9/22/25 Travis White 9/22/25

Sattdown Jamaican Grill: Vegan-Friendly Flavors in Studio City

When I say this spot has been on my list for a while, I mean it. Sattdown Jamaican Grill in Studio City is bringing the flavor, the vibe, and most importantly, vegan-friendly options that make you want to come back.

Travis White 9/15/25 Travis White 9/15/25

Sanctuary Saturday at Love Always Sanctuary: Food, Community & Heart

I am so excited because I am at the one and only Love Always Sanctuary — and now they have a Sanctuary Saturday! Every first Saturday you can come out to the sanctuary in Sun Valley, spend time with rescued animals, and get some of the most delicious plant-based meals from local vendors. I knew I had to pull up, and let me tell you… I had a time.

Travis White 8/16/25 Travis White 8/16/25

Mr. Charlie’s in Brentwood — A Full Circle Moment for the OG Vegan Storyteller

Mr. Charlie’s was the first brand that made me press record. From that first video in 2022 to their newest Brentwood opening, this blog is a full-circle love letter to the brand that started it all — and why I’m still inspired by their mission, growth, and unapologetic flavor.

Travis White 8/15/25 Travis White 8/15/25

All-American, All Plant-Based — My Full-Circle Moment with Veggie Grill

My very first brand partnership as an entrepreneur began with Veggie Grill — and it turned into something deeper. From inspiring this blog to feeding the cast of a vegan film I worked on, this post is more than a review — it’s a full-circle moment.

Travis White 8/6/25 Travis White 8/6/25

This Blog Is a Love Letter

After five years of living plant-based, I’m finally creating space to tell the stories behind the meals, the culture, and the moments that shaped me. This blog is a love letter — to the journey, the flavors, and the people. Welcome to a new chapter.