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Now that 2015 is almost behind us, we've been thinking back on all the best things we ate and drank throughout the year. Among those, a few stood out as being absolutely beautiful—plates, bowls and glass tumblers that just took our breath away before we'd even had a sip or bite. Don't believe us? See for yourself: here are the 10 most visually stunning dishes and cocktails we had at Los Angeles restaurants and bars in 2015.
1. Wild mushrooms a la plancha at Ración
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
2. Shrimp with pineapple at Broken Spanish
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3. Three Miracles at Gracias Madre
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
4. Wood grilled Pead & Barnett pork chop at Hatchet Hall
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
5. Kimchi fried rice at Baroo
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
6. Pea Funk at Barrel & Ashes
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
7. Charred octopus at Birch
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
8. Farmer's Plate at Gardner Junction
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
9. Federal Preserves at The Fiscal Agent
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman
10. Delicata squash at LEONA
Photograph: Jakob N. Layman