LeBron James Hires Mariscos Jalisco Taco Truck for Firefighters and First Responders

The King buys tacos

It was truly ‘Taco Tuesday’ for firefighters yesterday as LeBron James, who himself has been displaced by the Getty Fire, hired the popular Boyle Heights taco truck Mariscos Jalisco to feed to first responders and others fighting the wildfire in Los Angeles. According to CNN, the Getty Fire has burned 650 acres and is only 15% contained, with high winds forecasted for today. In spite of the dangers, it’s a classy move to help feed first responders who are doing their best to protect homes and businesses during this crucial time. And this might indemnify James for trying (and failing) to trademark ‘Taco Tuesday’ all for himself.

In other news:

—Pinkberry has closed in Santa Monica, per Toddrickallen. This means a prime dessert spot could be coming soon to replace the Third Street Promenade standby.

—Thrillist has a terrific feature on Bub & Grandma’s, one of LA’s best bread bakers and the key to many a good restaurant bread basket or sandwich.

—Here’s more intel from TimeOut on Dà Lat Rose, the ambitious Vietnamese tasting menu from Crustacean founder Helene An. The $225 per person experience weaves in An’s personal history and rise to culinary fame.

—Glendale-based restaurant chain IHOP inks a deal to open 94 locations inside TravelCenters like TA, Petro Stopping Centers, and TA Express in 44 states, greatly expanding the diner across the country in an effort to cater to road trippers, reporters Nation’s Restaurant News.

—Downtown News has some additional details on the cyberpunk pop-up that’s supposed to draw inspiration from Blade Runner happening next month in Downtown LA.

—And here’s a little refresher on how Charcoal Venice takes smoked beef ribs and makes them into a hash for its brunch menu: