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Creative Cottage Cheese Recipes for Labor Day

The pink cottage cheese tub from our childhood is back and having a moment. Cottage cheese is everywhere right now, even taking over TikTok as the Knudsen’s protein packed hero ingredient being showcased in popsicles, pasta salads, whipped dips, and even dessert. As Labor Day approaches, wow guests with an unexpected creative crowd-pleasing surprise recipe.  And one that is easy to make too! Everything Bagel Chips Takes just … Continue reading Creative Cottage Cheese Recipes for Labor Day

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Matū Kai opens in Brentwood with their beloved wagyu menu

Matū Kai in Brentwood opened April 6, after Matu’s huge success in Beverly Hills since 2021. Anyone who has dined here knows that their 100% Grass-Fed Wagyu menu from First Light Farms in New Zealand will update your expectations about boeuf, and may make you never want to eat any other kind of meat. The new grand sexy restaurant, donned in dark solid walnut, is … Continue reading Matū Kai opens in Brentwood with their beloved wagyu menu

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Favorite bite of Palm Desert Food and Wine 2025

Welcome to the 13th annual Palm Desert Food and Wine presented by Agua Caliente Casinos, where the top culinary talent are brought together to create moments through memorable morsels. Every ticket sold helps support FIND Food Bank whose mission is to fight hunger in the community. Palm Desert Food and Wine centers around two days of Grand Tastings at The Gardens of El Paseo, in … Continue reading Favorite bite of Palm Desert Food and Wine 2025

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Get to know LA through its Food Festivals

There are no shortage of food festivals in Los Angeles and although costs to attend seem to have skyrocketed since the pandemic, these culinary events are a fun way to spend a day or evening mingling over exciting bites. Many festivals in LA often tout famous chefs who hand out their own dishes at these popular extravaganzas. Add in unlimited drinks, giveaways, and the chance … Continue reading Get to know LA through its Food Festivals

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Your multi-sauce companion – Diablo Verde’s Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Now that we are cooking almost every meal from home during the pandemic, it is nice to have a multi-use sauce. Recently, we have been turned on to Diablo Verde Creamy Cilantro sauce by 3SonsFoods available in Mild, Medium, and Hot. The mild level has enough spicy kick for me. The sauce is soy-free, preservative-free, and egg-free plus vegetarian and keto-friendly – a win-win-win! We have enjoyed … Continue reading Your multi-sauce companion – Diablo Verde’s Creamy Cilantro Sauce

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Charcuterie Educational Series

A charcuterie board (cold cooked meats) is one of my favorite ways to start a meal, but also including a board filled with cheeses, nuts, honey, jams, crackers, bread bites, and olives. Now, guest chefs from Ray’s and Stark Bar (Patina Group) are offering a fun “Art of Charcuterie” educational series at the downtown LA restaurant Café Pinot, next to the Los Angeles Public Library. We … Continue reading Charcuterie Educational Series

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Interactive Cooking at the Samsung LA Studio

“Simplicity is a sign of perfection. Thanks for cooking with me.” Those were the words that personable Chef Marcel Vigneron (Top Chef) wrote in my customized cookbook thanks to Samsung putting together this little momento for each guest, featuring the recipes we all helped make. I was so excited to finally be able to check out the new Samsung Studio on Fairfax, right across from the … Continue reading Interactive Cooking at the Samsung LA Studio

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Learn How to Cook from The Best Chefs on SaltedTV.com

Haven’t we all wanted this idea to emerge? Americans love to watch cooking shows and finally after years of chefs not getting the praise they deserve, the last decade has showcased the talents of chefs on TV, and turned them into celebrities. I have so many friends who wish they either could go to cooking school or are constantly trying new ideas in the kitchen. … Continue reading Learn How to Cook from The Best Chefs on SaltedTV.com

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