LOCALISH EASTERN

Elvira is honored; a seasonal Halloween job is featured; SharkFest is covered; Philadelphia's large holiday tree is shown; Disney's Aulani Resort's eco-friendly features are discussed.

Learning about a kolache and a bialy; finding out what Shaq has been up to.

Restaurants, places to shop and things to do in and around the city.

Did you know Houston's second-top cop is a woman? Ever seen a dancing crossing guard? Have you heard of therapy ducks? It's All Good.

Water Lantern Festival in Fresno; civil war reenactments; get a drink on "malt row" in Chicago; killer clown pop-up bar; a vibrant African clothing store.

Good people, good stories and good food. Explore amazing communities and live like a local with Localish LA.

Exploring the communities, stories, people and food to live like a local in the Bay Area.

Whether you're a local or a visitor, we introduce you to the coolest homegrown businesses and experiences around town that only the locals know about.

An experience in molecular gastronomy; a couple strikes archeological gold in an 18th-century privy; discussing anti-Asian racism.

A love letter to NYC; a flavorful Haitian twist; unique eats and crafty cocktails; Bake'n Bacon; birria beef tacos; an Ethiopian plant-based restaurant.

Mini picnic tables for squirrels raise money for a good cause; fighting ocean pollution with reusable straws; a family achieves the American Dream.

An old-time pharmacy and soda fountain on Route 66, the world's biggest bounce house and Boricua-style Chinese food.

An unlikely friendship between a former KKK member and a Syrian refugee, a vegan activist and a cattle farmer, and a girl scout joining the boy scouts.

Checking out pickleball in NYC; an inclusive softball league in Philadelphia.

A deaf woman dances; an 8-year-old gives haircuts; a teen wins weightlifting titles; girls in a championship robotics team.

From Thailand's elephants to guitars keeping history alive, we're traveling through food, tradition and some unexpected fun on this week's Best of Localish.

Dominican memories, Route 66-inspired diner, the biggest buffet in the U.S., midnight spaghetti, a cheese dispensary and chocolate grilled cheese.

A burger with a pizza bun and the greatest Indian food in a gas station.

Children with cancer get room makeovers; sisters start their own non-profit; Beat The Streets helps women find their passion through wrestling.

Ripping it up at a Houston spot for creative destruction; playing vintage video games; grabbing a bite at a classic NYC diner.

Malört-eggnog soft serve; a sketch comedy LGBTQ experience; ice cream creates social change; baseball and coffee fans link up; painting images on hats.

Travelers take scenic drives to discover unique fusion food; these out-of-the-way spots blend local traditions with global flavors, offering fun and flavorful meals in picturesque settings.

Exploring the communities, stories, people and food to live like a local in the Bay Area.

Houston Farmers Market transformation; sea camp for kids; how to cook on Kittch; Demola's particular sound; old post office into food and entertainment destination.

A Chicago mom builds furniture, and character; a young man in Philadelphia runs his own lawn service; the Harlem Biscuit Co bakes with six ingredients - and love.

The most healthy grandfather, virtual reality boxing against Floyd Mayweather, and we work up a sweat with spinning.

Going behind the scenes on Broadway with Michael James Scott, the Genie in Aladdin; seeing the farms that feed America; meeting a crazy huge Spider-Man fan.

Visiting the winery where ABC's "Promised Land" is filmed; hitting the Billy Gibbons exhibit in Galveston; finding out why they light the rails on fire in Chicago.

Ramen without the broth, a $40,000 cocktail and the largest lobster roll on the East Coast.

Hot Cheeto and crawfish ice cream; a duck feast for less than $50; a BYOP (bring your own pot) spot in Philadelphia.

The Queen of Commercials, free portraits uplift communities, a young man overcomes being a gunshot victim to graduating from college debt free.

Nestled in the heart of the American Dream Mall, chef Jesus Delgado is carving out a niche for Peruvian cuisine with his latest venture, Jarana.

Record-breaking dogs turning trash into treasures, electronic glasses for teens in need, empowering kids with skin differences, Bienmesabe and Bleacher Preacher.

Travelers take scenic drives to discover unique fusion food; these out-of-the-way spots blend local traditions with global flavors, offering fun and flavorful meals in picturesque settings.

A skateboarding dog; meeting the residents of the Ark; learning about the power of honeybees; watching dogs break Guinness World Records.

Automotive pop culture.

Escaping the heat in underground tunnels; nostalgia at Misfit Toys; the oldest Black Baptist church; Pride Bike Ride and Que Onda Magazine for Houstonians.

Meeting the couple who created a mini-Disneyland in their backyard; visiting the Plant Doctor for the plant's sake; letting a puppet guide through life's challenges.

Celebrating Philadelphia's "Theatre Week"; the Chicago River is dyed green; a family celebrates May 4 together.

Checking out an NYC sweets shop; taking a beekeeping class in California; meeting Marvel characters at Paley Weekend.

A genuine NY deli in Houston; succulent Wagyu beef in San Francisco; the best food at sporting events around the country.

Dumpling Dudez serves up ready-to-bake dumplings; meeting the vegan butcher; hangover pho.

A café helping cats get adopted, one cup of coffee at a time; a woman smashes gender stereotypes with her own auto shop; a man celebrates his birthday by feeding the homeless.

Houston chocolatier; hand-rolled Cuban cigars in N.J.; Dark Art emporium oddities in LA; how to throw an axe.

Raise a glass at two historic beer spots, meet a powerhouse pair behind a local gem, and savor bold, vibrant flavors straight from Hong Kong.

Good people, good stories. Good food and amazing communities to live like a local from Houston.

Stepping back in time, going electric, transforming kitchen spaces and enjoying the unique style of Oakland.

Examining the incredible bonds between unique pets and their owners.

A world record radio career, a new generation of skaters, Disney's "The Gift" celebrates giving joy and Marvel's Spidey and His Amazing Friends.

Vegan food truck changing a community, must-have Mexican pizza, sweet/savory popcorn, Latin flair at sf landmark and groovy vibes at a 1970s-inspired restaurant.