The Great Pumpkin

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• Wed. 11 Nov '09

  Move over, cranberry sauce

  For second-generation pickle maker Greg Kruegermann, the perfect Thanksgiving... more

• Tue. 03 Nov '09

  Persimmons are fall's fruit of the gods

  Like pumpkins and gourds, persimmons are a sure sign of fall. The fruit looks... more

• Wed. 28 Oct '09

  The spirits aren't the only ones to enjoy pan de muerto

  While Halloween is all about running from the supernatural and stuffing... more

• Fri. 23 Oct '09

  Seasonal homemade preserves from your local French café

  When you walk into Little Next Door on West Third Street, a wall full of... more

• Tue. 20 Oct '09

  A Georgian flatbread specialty changes up the game

  When it comes to pizza in this town, there's usually a debate among Californian... more

• Fri. 16 Oct '09

  Franklin Village's favorite corner store, evolved

  People have always stopped for coffee or a quick sandwich at the corner deli on... more

• Mon. 12 Oct '09

  A new cookbook celebrates Campanile's family-night menus

  If you've been to Campanile for fried chicken or beef bourguignonne on Monday... more

• Wed. 07 Oct '09

  Who needs Maine lobster when SoCal has its own?

  Pull out your lobster pots: California's commercial lobster season opens today.... more

• Wed. 30 Sep '09

  For a fresh twist, go from canned to green beans

  Oh, the humble chickpea. This beige bean (aka the garbanzo) is at every salad... more

• Mon. 28 Sep '09

  Eatz' hands-on cooking classes make a fun night out

  Being taught by a professional chef is a gratifying experience for any would-be... more

• Tue. 22 Sep '09

  A local urban garden shares its bounty

  Silver Lake Farms started selling beautiful, organic flowers from its urban... more

• Wed. 16 Sep '09

  From the exotic to everyday cuts, Harmony Farms has it all

  When the need for rabbit, wild boar, pheasant or ostrich strikes, die-hard... more

• Fri. 04 Sep '09

  The inexpensive skirt steak is perfect for your Labor Day grill

  When it comes to grilling steak for Labor Day barbecues, you'd be wise to look... more

• Tue. 01 Sep '09

  Find seasoning inspiration at SoCal's newest Penzeys Spices

  You can drive all over town to the different ethnic markets for unique spices... more

• Wed. 26 Aug '09

  The Morning Glory flavor roster grows

  Marshmallows, cupcakes and ice cream sandwiches--are there any old-fashioned... more

• Mon. 17 Aug '09

  Pop an Heirloom-LA savory 'cupcake' in the oven and...done

  When you think of cupcakes, a sweet, icing-slathered cake usually comes to... more

• Mon. 03 Aug '09

  Succulent mulberries are hard to find--but worth it

  Foraging for mulberries in the backyard is a summer rite of passage for many... more

• Tue. 28 Jul '09

  La Grande Orange's homemade English muffins are addictive

  When La Grande Orange opened its Santa Monica location in May, there were two... more

• Fri. 24 Jul '09

  It's time for Weiser Family Farms' sweet summer fruit

  They might look similar, but not all melons are created equal. There are the... more

• Tue. 21 Jul '09

  Recipes from San Marino's favorite neighborhood bistro

  When new restaurateurs need a recipe for success, they need look no further than... more

• Fri. 17 Jul '09

  A food co-op that costs nothing but your garden

  When your home garden or fruit trees bear a glut of tomatoes, oranges and... more

• Tue. 14 Jul '09

  Make the pan bagnat your Bastille Day staple

  Unlike our own food-centric holidays, France's Bastille Day doesn't have a... more

• Mon. 06 Jul '09

  Use underappreciated purslane in your next salad

  If you're looking to brighten up your salad bowl, grab a bunch of purslane, a... more

• Mon. 29 Jun '09

  Plan, cook and plate your own menu at Canelé

  You know your way around the kitchen and cook for friends all the time. You... more

• Tue. 23 Jun '09

  Auntie Em's brings the farmers' market to you

  Some people just don't have time to stop and smell the peaches. That's why Terri... more

• Mon. 08 Jun '09

  L.A. gets a taste of Boccalone's spreadable salami

  Angelenos aren't fortunate enough to have San Francisco's Boccalone salumeria... more

• Mon. 01 Jun '09

  Where to find the best strawberries this season

  Although we're fortunate to have a near-constant supply of beautiful fruit... more

• Fri. 15 May '09

  Fig restaurant doesn't fall far from the tree

  When you're a creative chef with a 100-year-old fig tree in your front... more

• Mon. 11 May '09

  Locally made mozzarella stands up to Italy's best

  Instead of importing fresh mozzarella and ricotta from Italy, Angelo Tartaglia... more

• Tue. 28 Apr '09

  Let's Be Frank spices things up at the carts--and now at home

  The Let's Be Frank hot dog cart is as well known for its homemade... more

• Wed. 22 Apr '09

  A new book celebrates the lives and food of the Original Farmers Market

  The sights, sounds and smells at the Original Farmers Market--metal folding... more

• Fri. 17 Apr '09

  A look back at Chaya Brasserie's tuna tartare

  L.A. gave the food world the Cobb salad and the French Dip sandwich, but another... more

• Mon. 06 Apr '09

  Chef Evan Kleiman combines the best of spring in one dish

  For the last 25 years, Evan Kleiman has hosted a Passover dinner at Angeli... more

• Tue. 31 Mar '09

  Keeping it fresh and simple at Tender Greens

  Scarborough Farms' lettuce may be the cornerstone of Tender Greens' great... more

• Tue. 17 Mar '09

  Milk's minty milk shake for St. Patty's Day

  Every year around St. Patrick's Day, people obsess over McDonald's Shamrock... more

• Wed. 04 Mar '09

  Harissa spices things up around town

  Harissa, the fiery condiment comprised mostly of chiles, garlic, cumin and... more

• Wed. 25 Feb '09

  The Deli at Little Dom's panna cotta-to-go

  When the Deli at Little Dom's opened in Los Feliz earlier this year, locals... more