# Tainos LA Brings Puerto Rican Soul to Woodland Hills | Los Angeles News

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Published: 2026-09-18T23:56:35+00:00
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Tainos LA in Woodland Hills is where Puerto Rican soul meets San Fernando Valley flavor—think mofongo, papas rellenas, and spicy shrimp stew, all served with island beats and deep cultural roots. Named after the Indigenous Taino people, this spot was born from a humble ghost kitchen hustle by Nicholas, Odessa, and Chef Tio, who dreamed of bringing authentic PR cuisine to LA. Now a Dodgers caterer and beloved community hub for 15 years, Tainos LA proves that passion, perseverance, and heritage can turn a tiny dream into a thriving neighborhood staple—open Thursdays through Mondays on Ventura Blvd. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://abc7.com/story/tainos-la-brings-flavors-culture-puerto-rico-woodland-hills/19843983/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3311d57972d9af7f Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews

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