Running January 25-30, and February 1-6, 2009, dineLA Restaurant Week is a two-week dining event established to introduce diners to the vast array of restaurants in neighborhoods throughout LA County. Angelenos will have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of specially priced three-course meals from some of LA’s best restaurants during this dining event. Participants include the likes of Patina located in Disney Concert Hall. Three course lunches are offered at three prices depending on the location ($16, $22, or $28). Three course dinners are either $26, $34, or $44. Visit the official website for a list of the restaurants, menus, and to make reservations.

If you’ve visited any of the participating restaurants and want to share recommendations, feel free to do so in the comments.

A new Los Angeles ordinance which takes effect next week makes it illegal for taco trucks to be in the same location for more than an hour. Those who do not comply are subject to fines or even jail time.

The taco truck has become a staple of LA’s identity. Whether it’s a break from a hot summer afternoon or a bite on your way home from the club, to lose this experience would be a blow to our city. There is a communal aspect to gathering together and eating on the street.

If this upsets you as much as it does us, add your name to this online petition which already has more than 5000 signatures.

Leave it to D.L. & Co. to create something as special and luxurious as this. In collaboration with confectioner Valerie Gordon, D.L. & Co. has release a series of chocolate skulls. They are described as exquisite, expensive, and an experience not to be missed. Available in scorched caramel, bitter brandied cherry, and curious chili. Sold individually for $40 or as a set of the three flavors for $90 here.

While Hollywood, California is about the last place you’d expect to find a premium coffee roaster, Graffeo makes some of the best beans you’ll find anywhere. Also located in San Rafael and San Francisco, they have perfected their craft over the past fifty-five years. They offer a light and dark roast of their signature blend, which is comprised of Columbian, Costa Rican, and New Guinean beans. Orders can be placed on their website.