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Why the Kogi x Sam Woo collab is a love letter to the SGV
By Fiona Ng at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Kogi x Sam Woo collab is happening this weekend. Two icons of Los Angeles are coming together in Alhambra for a food pop-up this weekend — each has carved a unique place in Asian America.On one end you have Kogi, bringing its Korean-Mexican fusion kimchi taco and blackjack quesadilla — and its fo...
Key takeaway On the other is Sam Woo, old-school purveyor of Cantonese taste lending its char siu and roast duck from its OG location on Valley between 5th and 6th.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The Kogi x Sam Woo collaboration is more than just a culinary mashup, it's a testament to the evolving Asian American identity in Los Angeles. By bringing together two iconic establishments from different generations, this pop-up event celebrates the diversity and richness of the city's food scene. The San Gabriel Valley, where the event is taking place, has long been a hub for Asian American cuisine, with restaurants like Sam Woo paving the way for newer establishments like Kogi. This collaboration highlights the valley's continued influence on the city's culinary landscape, as well as the importance of preserving traditional flavors while innovating and adapting to new tastes. As the city's food scene continues to grow and diversify, events like this remind us of the power of food to bring people together and celebrate the unique cultural heritage of Los Angeles.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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