Community leaders, elected officials and business owners united to show their support for Karen Bass for Mayor during a recent fundraising event held at Harold & Belle’s Restaurant in South Los Angeles. (E. Mesiyah McGinnis/L.A. Sentinel)
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Harold and Belle’s dining experience started with a family connection; third generation owner, Ryan Legaux, explained that food was an afterthought when his grandparents, Harold and Belle, built their legacy. It started as a social club where the community could go to play cards, talk, and dance, while a pot of gumbo was simmering in the kitchen. The Legaux family came to Los Angeles with the soul and the hospitable spirit of New Orleans, bringing a distinct flavor still enjoyed today.
The food distribution comes at a critical time as our community struggles with economic downturn during COVID-19 pandemic.
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At the intersection of Crenshaw and Leimert, hundreds gathered to honor the history of Crenshaw Boulevard and Leimert Park and to celebrate the groundbreaking of Destination Park and its centerpiece; Sankofa Park.
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The historic Harold & Belle’s Restaurant is open and ready for customers to come and experience a newly renovated building.
“The remodeling of restaurant is a representation of the community. We want people to see and find quality that’s close to them,” said restaurant owner Jessica Legaux.
Historic Harold & Belle’s Restaurant has completed it’s remodel and will officially re-open on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. The renowned community treasure has been closed for several months for remodeling and expansion. Ryan and Jessica Legeaux, the third generation to operate the business are very excited about long awaited re-opening. Harold and Belle’s is located at 2920 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018. For more information, please call (323) 735-9023.