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The Joy of Cheese Sex

Cheese Sex is a voluptuous, buttery cheese spread with a sudden sharpness and smooth finish. Its discovery by local cheese aficianados lies in a sourcing expedition by “Cheese Impresario” Barrie Lynn to Joe Widmer’s Cheese Cellars in Wisconsin. Widmer is a … Continue reading

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Don Julio Hosts Pairing with Ilan Hall

       I love Don Julio. I have loved Don Julio since certain members of the press were sneaking it into our peach nectars one night while on a press junket to rescue turtles in Mexico. It was with great excitement … Continue reading

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Why you Gotta Hate on Green Bean Casserole?

It is a strange thing being on Betty Crocker’s email list. It’s a blessing and it’s a curse. I don’t mean to be a food snob — I have eaten my share of mayonnaise, Top Ramen, and instant cake mix. … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving is Easy!

Remember that tear-jerking story-song, Rocky? She said, “Rocky, I never cooked Thanksgiving before, don’t know if I can do it… but if you’ll let me lean on you, and take my hand, I might get through it…” Thanksgiving is actually … Continue reading

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Forget Peking Duck – Get a Whole Peking Turkey!

The United States is often described as a melting pot, and Thanksgiving is representative of our diversity. We have Southwestern turkeys, Cajun deep-fried turkey and turkey mole with chorizo stuffing. This year, Chinatown is all over Thanksgiving. Restaurants are offering … Continue reading

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When Life Gives You Lemons…

LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade took place last Sunday on the stately grounds of the mansion at  Culver Studios. Gone with the Wind was filmed there — does it get any more chichi than that? The well-tended grounds were strewn with checkered picnic … Continue reading

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CBS “Great Chefs of LA” Event Hits another Home Run

Last Sunday CBS Studios was once again the site of “Great Chefs of LA”, a benefit for The National Kidney Foundation of Southern California. As usual it was a feast for the senses. The slightly overcast day didn’t turn to rain and provided the … Continue reading

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Dia de los Muertos at Olvera Street

Every year the Merchants Association of Olvera Street holds one of the most authentic and religious Dia de lose Muertos celebrations in Los Angeles. With the blessings, altars, incense, dancing and rituals, you can truly see the marriage of paganism … Continue reading

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Cafe 50s Prepares to Rock LACC

Just across the street from LA City College, next to a pool hall and an arcade, a Cafe 50s opened this week to bring burgers and sweet potato fries to hungry locals and LACC students. It’s easy to confuse Cafe … Continue reading

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Sunday! Sunday! Sunday! Great Chefs at CBS!

Once again this Sunday CBS Studios will host its annual “Great Chefs of LA” to benefit The National Kidney Foundation of Southern California. Hosted by George Lopez, himself a recipient of a kidney transplant, it is one of LA foodies’ favorite events … Continue reading

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This Sunday! LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade!

Once upon a time there was a little girl named Alex. Diagnosed with cancer before she was even a year old, she decided to hold a lemonade stand at the age of four to help raise money for the hospital. She … Continue reading

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LA Mag’s Presentations

  OK, I swear, this is the last LA Magazine Food Event post — this year. Besides a feast of delectables, there were some fantastic chef demos and panels. Chef Rory Hermann of Boucon shows us how to cook vegetables … Continue reading

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LA Magazine’s Food Event: Is that a Llama in Your Mercedes?

Last weekend Los Angeles magazine was host to one of everyone’s favorite food events of the year. It is so representative of its kind, it doesn’t even have to have a name. It’s just called “The Food Event”. Participants are … Continue reading

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My Scary Neighbor

I live near the studios, which means we have some really intense Halloween decorations and haunted houses. This guy is back after a 2-year hiatus while they have been completely gutting his house. Beware, some of the pictures are pretty … Continue reading

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Out and About: Local Specials

The beautiful brie shown above was a last-minute substitution for frites at Cafe Massilia, a fantastic little bistro in Monrovia that I dicovered by pure serendipity this week. They will be hosting a Wine Tasting Dinner Event called “All Around France” … Continue reading

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