The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC), today announced the launch of “Pitch to Plate” produced by Hubwav Media, a new original digital series that dives into the heart of Los Angeles’ vibrant soccer culture. As the region prepares to host the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ including 8 matches at Los Angeles Stadium, the series highlights the neighborhoods, flavors, and diverse communities that have already established Los Angeles as a premier global soccer capital.
Hosted by TV/media personality, Mando Fresko, Music Director for Los Angeles Football Club and creator of the award-winning Mando & Friends, Pitch to Plate sits at the intersection of sport, food and culture. Each episode follows Mando across the region from the historic streets of Boyle Heights to the bustling hubs of Inglewood and Koreatown, to sit down with football legends, professional athletes, and influential cultural voices over meals at iconic local eateries.