Winter Fate Bakes specializes in handcrafted treats for people and their dogs By Kamala Kirk / Photo by Chris Mortenson Winter Morvant has enjoyed baking her entire life and would always give her creations away to others as gifts and for birthdays, but five years ago she finally decided to turn her hobby into […]
Sweet, salty and nutty can get along
By Emily Chavez / Photo by Luis Chavez The famous chocolate chip cookie will always be loved. However, I appreciate complex complementary flavor profiles, instead of a one-note confection. Mixing semi-sweet and dark chocolate lays a base for a more balanced sugar content. Adding walnuts creates a multidimensional earthy undertone. And, finally, coarse pink […]
A (Lemon) Zest for Life
By Emily Chavez / Photo by Luis Chavez Swiss rolls are visually impressive and incredibly simple to make. But they can be intimidating for a first-timer who may fear the cake may break while rolling. Cracks will not form if the cake is gently rolled while warm. Let it cool down as the filling […]
A Golden New Year Bake
By Emily Chavez / Photo by Luis Chavez Goldenberries, also called cape gooseberries, are packed with nutrients, such as vitamin C, niacin and fiber, just as much as they are packed with an invigorating, sunny color. To complement the bright orange of the gooseberries, red raspberries join the party on this creamy goat cheese and […]
Cacao and Coconut, A Perfect Match
By Emily Chavez / Photo by Luis Chavez Deep chocolatey notes and rich coconut flavor come together in this delicious dairy-free cake reminiscent of a popular chocolate candy bar. The moist sponge cake is contrasted with the subtle texture of the coconut flake topping, while the comforting sweet aroma wafts through the air. The rich […]
Festive Flavors
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams releases limited-edition Holiday Collection story By Kamala Kirk | PHOTO Courtesy of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Just in time for the festive winter season, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams has released a limit-editionHoliday Collection that includes two new flavors, Pistachio Macaron and Mexican Hot Chocolate, along with three returning fan favorites: Sugar […]
Benefits of Composting
CompostableLA shares tips for reducing holiday food waste story By Michele Robinson | PHOTO COURTESY of CompostableLA Monique Figueiredo started CompostableLA, a woman-run community composting business, in 2019 because she saw a need for this type of service on the Westside. “I wanted a convenient way to compost and it didn’t exist on the Westside, […]
Winter blues meet sunny citrus
Entertain eyes and palates with a delicious Blueberry Orange Tart RECIPE BY EMILY CHAVEZ | PHOTO BY LUIS CHAVEZ Sometimes when I tell people I made a blueberry tart, they assume it’s a tart filled with custard topped with fresh blueberries and oranges. Please don’t misunderstand. That type of tart is fabulous and delicious. But […]
Cherries, Chocolate, and the Crack of Dawn
These tart scones pair perfectly with coffee or tea on cold mornings RECIPE BY EMILY CHAVEZ | PHOTO BY LUIS CHAVEZ Sweet and crumbly scones are the perfect pair for coffee or tea on a chilly November morning. The simple scone recipe starts off with baking basics such as flour, leavening agents and heavy […]
The Dining Dish
Story By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | PHOTO COURTESY Sol Mexican Cocina Urban Plates celebrating10 years Urban Plates is celebrating its 10th anniversary by paying it forward. The chef-driven, fast-casual restaurant is giving away free one-month memberships to Plate Pass, its subscription program that makes each individual entrée $10 or less for a fee that is regularly […]