“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, this highly anticipated ten-day event celebrates the area’s culinary scene, welcoming both locals and visitors to explore outstanding dining experiences across the Coache…

“Founded by sibling duo Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose in Long Beach is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality. At Olive & Rose, located in a fully restored and renovated, low-rise classic 50’s motel, The Prettys reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where c…

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, this highly anticipated ten-day event celebrates the area’s culinary scene, welcoming both locals and visitors to explore outstanding dining experiences across the Coache…

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, this highly anticipated ten-day event celebrates the area’s culinary scene, welcoming both locals and visitors to explore outstanding dining experiences across the Coache…

“Food lovers are invited to savor the very best of the region as Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week returns from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs, this highly anticipated ten-day event celebrates the area’s culinary scene, welcoming both locals and visitors to explore outstanding dining experiences across the Coache…

“Founded by sibling duo Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose in Long Beach is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality.” “At Olive & Rose, located in a fully restored and renovated, classic low-rise 50’s motel, The Prettys reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where…

“Founded by sibling duo of Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Pretty, Olive & Rose in Long Beach is a culinary destination born from their shared passion for exceptional food and genuine hospitality.” “At Olive & Rose, located in a low rise, restored 50s motel, The Prettys reimagined the dining experience as a neo-bistro, where classic French techniques…

Just introduced from Melissa’s is a decadent line of premium, imported Italian gourmet dessert sauces in partnership with Fabbri. “Why settle for one when you can have the ultimate collection of Melissa’s Gourmet Dessert Sauces? Co-branded with the iconic Fabbri of Italy, this set is a masterclass in dessert refinement, bringing over a century of I…

It’s time for another seasonal update of “Best of the Season Fruits” with our resident produce expert, Robert Schueller (also known as The Prince of Produce) of Melissa’s. First we’re talking about Tree Ripen Mangoes. “The varieties of mangos available include Hadens, Kents, Manzanillos, Tommy Atkins, or Keitts. Tree-ripened mangos are seasonal and…

Our beloved In-N-Out Burger (still amazingly Family-owned) is highly secretive about their operations and rarely makes menu changes. Recently announced is their pending move to eliminate artificial colors/food dyes in their shakes, pink lemonade and pickles and replace them with natural colors. Also cottonseed oil is being removed from their burger…

“From the BBQ Hall of Famer and New York Times bestselling author of Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling comes The Meathead Method, a masterclass in the science and art of outdoor cooking. Meathead offers readers an informative, comprehensive, and fun guide to BBQ, grilling, and griddling, all backed by the latest culinary science.…

“Welcome to All’Antico Vinaio, the legendary Florentine sandwich shop. Since 1991, the Mazzanti family has been passionately running the three Florence locations of All’Antico Vinaio and has been drawing crowds of both Italians and tourists alike attracted by the exceptional ingredients and freshly baked Tuscan schiacciata bread. Considered one of …

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! It’s the unofficial start of the Summer Grilling Season! “Welcome to All’Antico Vinaio, the legendary Florentine sandwich shop. Since 1991, the Mazzanti family has been passionately running the three Florence locations of All’Antico Vinaio and has been drawing crowds of both Italians and tourists alike attracted by the e…

“Welcome to All’Antico Vinaio, the legendary Florentine sandwich shop. Since 1991, the Mazzanti family has been passionately running the three Florence locations of All’Antico Vinaio and has been drawing crowds of both Italians and tourists alike attracted by the exceptional ingredients and freshly baked Tuscan schiacciata bread. Considered one of …

“Welcome to All’Antico Vinaio, the legendary Florentine sandwich shop. Since 1991, the Mazzanti family has been passionately running the three Florence locations of All’Antico Vinaio and has been drawing crowds of both Italians and tourists alike attracted by the exceptional ingredients and freshly baked Tuscan schiacciata bread. Considered one of …

“From the BBQ Hall of Famer and New York Times bestselling author of Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling comes The Meathead Method, a masterclass in the science and art of outdoor cooking. Meathead offers readers an informative, comprehensive, and fun guide to BBQ, grilling, and griddling, all backed by the latest culinary science.…

“From the BBQ Hall of Famer and New York Times bestselling author of Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling comes The Meathead Method, a masterclass in the science and art of outdoor cooking. Meathead offers readers an informative, comprehensive, and fun guide to BBQ, grilling, and griddling, all backed by the latest culinary science.…

“The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has announced the mouthwatering and diverse menus for the 2025 Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine season. Now into the tenth year with award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and restaurateur Caroline Styne, Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine promises exceptional dining for visitors to the iconic venue. Goin and Styne’s culinary h…

“The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has announced the mouthwatering and diverse menus for the 2025 Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine season. Now into the tenth year with award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and restaurateur Caroline Styne, Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine promises exceptional dining for visitors to the iconic venue. Goin and Styne’s culinary h…

Swipe fees for restaurants (credit card processing fees) are an annoyingly increasing expense for restaurants. Only two entities are processing swipe fees and Chef Andrew supports the emerging embryonic legislation designed to bring some badly needed competition to this fee. In desperation some establishments are now adding a per cent to the restau…

“Sarah Ahn’s viral food videos of her and her mom have captivated millions of viewers with their behind-the-scenes look at Korean cooking and multigenerational home life. This collaboration is now a must-have cookbook, UMMA – A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes, blending the emotional intimacy of Crying in H Mart with practical culin…

“Join, perhaps, the ultimate BBQ adventure at the 2025 Long Beach BBQ Festival-a BBQ & music event in Long Beach, Ca!! Celebrating National BBQ Month. It’s two days (Friday, May 23rd and Saturday, May 24th) of Food, Friends, Family and Fun - at Shoreline Aquatic Park in sunny Long Beach. Step into the heart of Long Beach and brace yourself for an u…

“Sarah Ahn’s viral food videos of her and her mom have captivated millions of viewers with their behind-the-scenes look at Korean cooking and multigenerational home life. This collaboration is now a must-have cookbook, UMMA – A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes, blending the emotional intimacy of Crying in H Mart with practical culin…

“Sarah Ahn’s viral food videos of her and her mom have captivated millions of viewers with their behind-the-scenes look at Korean cooking and multigenerational home life. This collaboration is now a must-have cookbook, UMMA – A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes, blending the emotional intimacy of Crying in H Mart with practical culin…

“Sarah Ahn’s viral food videos of her and her mom have captivated millions of viewers with their behind-the-scenes look at Korean cooking and multigenerational home life. This collaboration is now a must-have cookbook, UMMA – A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes, blending the emotional intimacy of Crying in H Mart with practical culin…

“Joolies California Superfruit brings mouthwatering, organic medjool dates from their palms to yours as a delicious, healthy on-the-go option for snackers everywhere. Joolies is a Family- owned California-based organic medjool date company founded in 2018.” “Medjool dates, also known as the king of dates, are a great source of energy, have a low gl…

“Kei Concepts has debuted the long-anticipated expansion of Vox Kitchen with its second location, Vox Kitchen & Bar launched on Monday, April 7 at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. Known for its innovative fusion of Asian and Latin American cuisine, Vox Kitchen has built a devoted following since its debut in Fountain Valley in 2017. It’s celebrated…

“Join, perhaps, the ultimate BBQ adventure at the 2025 Long Beach BBQ Festival-a BBQ & music event in Long Beach, Ca. Celebrating National BBQ Month. It’s two days (Friday, May 23rd and Saturday, May 24th) of Food, Friends, Family and FUN- at Shoreline Aquatic Park in sunny Long Beach.” “Step into the heart of Long Beach and brace yourself for an u…

“Kei Concepts has debuted the long-anticipated expansion of Vox Kitchen with its second location, Vox Kitchen & Bar launched on Monday, April 7 at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. Known for its innovative fusion of Asian and Latin American cuisine, Vox Kitchen has built a devoted following since its debut in Fountain Valley in 2017. It’s celebrated…

Is the tasty wild caught shrimp you are enjoying labeled “domestic” really from American waters? Is there a taste difference between wild caught and domestic farm-raised? Most of the shrimp we enjoy in the United States is imported. Chef Andrew explains what a savvy consumer should know.By Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel

“The unusual business model for veteran winemaker Marco Cappelli of Cappelli Wine in Placerville, CA had been taking form in his mind for many years and when a circa 1895 building in the historic district of downtown Placerville came up for sale, he and his wife Belinda knew it was time to give the Tasting Room business a try. While he continues to…

C•CAP Los Angeles’ (Culinary Careers Program) Annual Gala Benefit Dinner is set for Friday evening, May 16th at Jonathan Club Downtown Los Angeles. This year’s honoree is acclaimed Italian Chef Celestino Drago (Drago Centro), the pioneer of regional Italian fine dining in Los Angeles. Chef Celestino imported Sicilian culinary traditions to the city…

“Veteran El Dorado County, CA Winemaker Marco Cappelli’s choice to get into the wine business was not pre-ordained; his Italian-born parents were teetotalers and his childhood home was not in Napa or Sonoma, but Carmel-by-the-Sea, an area known more for windswept rocky shores and white sand beaches than wine production. The path to an eventual care…

“The unusual business model for veteran winemaker Marco Cappelli of Cappelli Wine in Placerville, CA had been taking form in his mind for many years and when a circa 1895 building in the historic district of downtown Placerville came up for sale, he and his wife Belinda knew it was time to give the Tasting Room business a try. While he continues to…

“Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week (May 18th through 25th) is organized by the United Cambodian Community and supported by Long Beach Food & Beverage, a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week will pay homage to the unique foods of its vast Cambodian community.” “This event is an opportunity to support loca…

“Veteran El Dorado County, CA Winemaker Marco Cappelli’s choice to get into the wine business was not pre-ordained; his Italian-born parents were teetotalers and his childhood home was not in Napa or Sonoma, but Carmel-by-the-Sea, an area known more for windswept rocky shores and white sand beaches than wine production.” “After a wonderful and life…

If you’ve ever flown to Hawaii on Hawaiian Airlines you’ve surely tasted the addictive pineapple shaped, premium shortbread cookies from the Honolulu Cookie Co. “The family-owned business started modestly in 1998 when entrepreneurs Keith and Janet Sung developed a recipe for premium shortbread cookies. As an artist, Keith wanted to develop somethin…

C•CAP Los Angeles’ (Culinary Careers Program) Annual Gala Benefit Dinner is set for Friday evening, May 16th at Jonathan Club Downtown Los Angeles. This year’s honoree is acclaimed Italian Chef Celestino Drago (Drago Centro), the pioneer of regional Italian fine dining in Los Angeles. “Chef Celestino brought Sicilian culinary traditions to the city…

Beef is regaining its former popularity and certain cuts are sometimes now in short supply. Where’s the beef? Chef Andrew explains.By Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel

“Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week (May 18th through 25th) is organized by the United Cambodian Community and supported by Long Beach Food & Beverage, a California registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Long Beach Cambodian Restaurant Week will pay homage to the unique foods of its vast Cambodian community.” “This event is an opportunity to support loca…

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit last year is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles (Section 232, 412 and 1st Base Food Court) featuring decadent Strawberrie…

“Join Chef Glenda Galvan-Garcia with The Whole Enchilada – Mexican Recipes Full of History and Fun as she shares the tasty wonders of Mexican cuisine! Covering everything from snacks to main dishes, desserts and drinks, this bilingual book is the perfect way for young chefs to connect with their roots. Have you ever wondered how to make buñuelos? H…

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit last year is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles (Section 232, 412 and 1st Base Food Court) featuring decadent Strawberrie…

It’s that time of the year where we eagerly break bread with Legends Executive Chef Dennis Radcliffe to chat about what’s new in salivating food and beverage options at Angel Stadium. A returning dessert item that was a smash hit last year is the crave-worthy Walk Off Waffles (Section 232, 412 and 1st Base Food Court) featuring decadent Strawberrie…

“Join Chef Glenda Galvan-Garcia with The Whole Enchilada – Mexican Recipes Full of History and Fun as she shares the tasty wonders of Mexican cuisine! Covering everything from snacks to main dishes, desserts and drinks, this bilingual book is the perfect way for young chefs to connect with their roots.” “Have you ever wondered how to make buñuelos?…

“Join Chef Glenda Galvan-Garcia with The Whole Enchilada – Mexican Recipes Full of History and Fun as she shares the tasty wonders of Mexican cuisine! Covering everything from snacks to main dishes, desserts and drinks, this bilingual book is the perfect way for young chefs to connect with their roots. Have you ever wondered how to make buñuelos? H…

“Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery’s singular purpose is to grow superior Rhône-style wines and share them through unique, Vineyard-centric experiences. Founded in 2003, Alta Colina grows Rhônes in the heart of Paso Robles’ westside.” “Owner, Bob Tillman, fell in love with this Adelaida District property because of its high elevation and unlimited pote…

“Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery’s singular purpose is to grow superior Rhône-style wines and share them through unique, Vineyard-centric experiences. Founded in 2003, Alta Colina grows Rhônes in the heart of Paso Robles’ westside.” “Owner, Bob Tillman, fell in love with this Adelaida District property because of its high elevation and unlimited pote…

Cooking with flavorful beef tallow is again back in the public consciousness. It’s a great fat to cook French fries in. Chef Andrew has the scoop.By Andrew Harris and Andrew Gruel

Pizza City Fest Fest L.A. (April 26 to 27th) offers a stellar lineup of Southern California’s best pizza makers in one location, giving fans the unique opportunity to taste, see live demos, and attend panel discussions with culinary experts over two days at L.A. LIVE. We were going to be broadcasting the show live from the Fest on Saturday, April 2…