The great thing about LA and its mythical allure is that even when the world seems to be falling apart there is never any shortage of dreams. Case in point: The fact that new restaurants just keep showing up every day like so many would-be stars. And being that we are in the what’s-hot-now capital of the world, here are 10 new restaurants in Los Angeles that are making a buzz.

It was only a matter of time before food truck mania coalesced with "Amazing Race" fervor. Enter the first-ever Munchathon, a food-themed 5k run/walk and obstacle course featuring local food trucks. Taking place on Saturday, July 16 at Oak Canyon Park overlooking Irvine Lake, the event is where you can literally eat and run.