The Taste at Hermosa Brewing Torrance

The South Bay doesn't get as much attention as it deserves when people talk about LA food festivals, and The Taste is a good argument for paying it a visit. Q by CDot, a BBQ and catering outfit, is pulling together a compact afternoon of food and drinks at Hermosa Brewing Torrance, with the tagline "Four great vendors, one amazing event." It's a small format on purpose, and that's the appeal.

When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, noon to 3 PM Where: Hermosa Brewing Torrance, 1855 Del Amo Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501 Tickets: $23.18 through Eventbrite

Who's cooking

The flyer lists four vendors, each with a clear lane:

• Q by CDot BBQ: the host, serving smoked meats. The flyer shows sliced brisket with a dark bark.
• The Smash Shack LA: smashed burgers with melted cheese.
• Beachside Tacos SBLA: loaded tacos with lime.
• Tatsu Grill: hibachi grill plates with shrimp and vegetables.

With only four kitchens, you can realistically try something from each one without the hour-long lines that big festivals bring. The event's own description puts it simply: different vendors, different styles, different flavors, and one goal, which is to let the food speak for itself.

What to expect

Expect a casual, community-minded afternoon inside a working brewery. The flyer bills it as "Food, Drinks, Community," so beer from the host venue is part of the picture. The listing doesn't publish a menu, a drink list or a per-plate breakdown, so check the Eventbrite page before you go for what the ticket covers and any age rules.

Noon to three is a short window. Arrive early if you want the full lineup, since smaller pop-ups can run out of a popular item before the last hour.

Getting there

Hermosa Brewing sits on Del Amo Boulevard in Torrance. Parking details aren't listed, so plan a few extra minutes, or share a ride if you plan to drink. If you're building a December weekend, this fits easily into a list of things to do in Los Angeles that don't require a big-name festival ticket or a long drive downtown.

Browse more food and drink events or see what's coming up across Los Angeles. Tickets are on the Eventbrite listing.