Explore the city with the BEST takeout. 🥡

Plus, a peek inside a food creator's pantry and ways to say hello to spring. [View this email in your browser]( We’re in spring break mode. Whether you get a real vacation or you’re simply taking time to [explore your own]( backyard, there’s no denying that spring is in the air. So since you’d rather be outside right now, let’s dive right in: We’ve got the perfect backyard bucket list for sunny days, budget-friendly recreations of your favorite takeout dishes, and an NYC city crawl for local New Yorkers and visitors alike. Still waking up? Enjoy a brain teaser from our friends at Lil’ Snack. 🧠(Hint: The recipes below might give you a clue!) [Click for Answer]( FOOD What to Eat Surprise: You’re a chef now. That cozy ramen shop. That hard-to-find taco truck. That secret sushi spot. Our favorite neighborhood takeout will always have a place in our hearts — but sometimes, our wallets demand that we cook dinner at home. So recreate your faves with these easy recipes! Spicy Sesame Ramen Noodles A hearty bowl of ramen noodles topped with a savory chili crisp is easier to make at home than you may think. [Make It]( Smothered BurritoThink of this flavor-packed chicken burrito as the bigger, cheesier cousin of a classic enchilada. [Make It]( Smoked Salmon Sushi Don’t be intimidated to make sushi at home! Use smoked salmon instead of raw fish for a safe, perfectly delicious feast. [Make It]( Pizza MargheritaYou don’t need a wood-fired oven to make beautiful, crispy pizza at home. Swap in your favorite toppings! [Make It]( JUST FOR FUN Explore Your Own Backyard Adventure is waiting just steps away. Not sure how to engage with your community? Use this checklist as an easy starting point. TIPS What To Do Join us in one of the coolest neighborhoods. In the spirit of exploring our own backyards, we held our first-ever city crawl in Los Angeles earlier this month. And now we’re hosting one in NYC! Meet up with us this weekend, March 23rd for a city crawl around the always lively East Village. We’ll be hitting some of our favorite spots for food, shopping, and art. Just for newsletter readers, we’re offering a special $20 discount. Use code TMNEWS20 at check out and grab your tickets now because space is limited! [Join the City Crawl]( Here’s a little recap of our first official city crawl! Plenty of folks joined us for a day on one of Santa Monica's most picturesque streets, Montana Avenue. We grabbed coffee, browsed a vintage store, ate a delicious lunch, and roamed the farmer’s market. Don’t miss out on the next one! Get your tickets [here](. CREATOR’S CORNER A Peek Inside Lauren’s Pantry Inspiration from a pro. Lauren Less, aka [lesswithlaur]( shares her gluten-free & dairy-free lifestyle through approachable recipes that are as easy as they are delicious. Below, take a peek at her staple pantry items, which add flavor to allergy-friendly meals. “When we don't have a lot of groceries we usually throw together a stir fry with some type of meat, frozen veggies, rice and a sauce!” [Lauren’s Gluten-Free Chicken Meatballs]( [Lauren’s Gluten-Free Chicken Stir Fry]( [Lauren’s Weekday Sheet-Pan Steak Fajitas]( ENTERTAINMENT On Our Feed Fatty Mart is a local gem in LA’s Mar Vista neighborhood that offers multicultural specialties inspired by the diverse foods of the city. Take a tour with our Creative Strategy Director, Sarah Beaumont! [Watch on Instagram]( Tell us how you feel. 💭 How likely are you to recommend this newsletter to a friend? lowest [1]( [2]( [3]( [4]( [5]( [6]( [7]( [8]( [9]( [10]( highest [Instagram icon]( [Pinterest icon]( [TikTok icon]( Was this email forwarded to you? [Sign up!]( Copyright (C) 2024 Tastemade. All rights reserved. You're receiving this because you opted into our email list. Our mailing address is: Tastemade 3019 Olympic Blvd Stage C Santa Monica, CA 90404 USA [Add us to your address book]( [Update Email Preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( from this list.