I'm contemplating undertaking a serious range of kitchen work, verging on a complete cosmetic re-do. There's lots of it I'd like to do myself, but some parts of the work I'll need to find help.

Where's a good resource for finding reputable and talented contractors who do kitchens?

I'm used to asking for referrals from friends, which has usually done me very right, but nobody I know has done a kitchen or done any serious contractor hiring.

Oh, and I'm in the Los Angeles area, if anyone has a good recommendation!