Do you like potatoes? Yes, of course, you do! I used to be content with any old potato. Then I tried Dutch Yellow Potatoes (DYP) and am no longer happy buying whatever is cheapest. These potatoes really are superior in taste and texture. They are grown in Idaho and are available from Melissa’s year round. Melissa’s […]
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The Big Book of Sides Cookbook Launch at Melissa’s Produce
Are you familiar with Rick Rodgers? He has authored over 40 cookbooks of his own and regularly works behind the scenes on celebrity cookbooks with Theresa Guidice, Patti LaBelle, Lilly Pulitzer and others. His latest release, The Big Book of Sides, has been published just in time for the holidays. Whether you are serving turkey, […]
Del Real Foods Party at Smog Shoppe – Los Angeles, California
Del Real Foods knows hows to throw a party! When I received the invitation and saw the name of the venue, I was perplexed. I’ve been to many smog shops over the years to have my vehicles inspected, but don’t usually associate food and a party with a smog check. As it turns out, SmogShoppe […]
Cooking Techniques & Recipes with Olive Oil at Melissa’s Produce
Cookbook launches at Melissa’s Produce are always fun and delicious. This one was also especially informative thanks to Mary Platis and Laura Bashar, the authors of Cooking Techniques and Recipes with Olive Oil. George Menzelos from Arianna Trading Company was also on hand to share his knowledge. Before the event, I thought I knew enough of […]
LA Fair Food Preview
It’s Los Angeles County Fair time! The Fair runs through the end of the month and, of course, there is so much to do (and eat!) that you’ll want to go more than once. Fair food is typically decadent and often deep fried and extraordinarily large. This year you’ll find some old favorites and some […]