BY GWEN KENNEALLY The very best part of my work is playing with food. I have a reputation for certain dishes, such as coconut shrimp; vegetarian moon rolls with apricot, raspberry or ginger mustard; caprese skewers with homemade … [Read more...]
Back to the Kitchen: Playing with Food Never Tasted So Good
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June 17, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Kids’ Book Corner: Read for Fun This Summer
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June 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY JO PERRY "Books and summertime go together. " ― Lisa Schroeder I hope your children’s summer overflows with books––not those on a teacher’s reading list––but books that your kids choose for themselves: cookbooks, how-to … [Read more...]
This Weekend: Father’s Day Deals, Freebies and Fun Events for All Ages
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June 13, 2013 by 1 Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG DAD'S DAY DEALS Need a gift for dad? No Roses Jewelry is offering 20% off on gifts for Dad, including business card holders by Tracy Hall, Silver for Men by Samvel and all cuff links and key fobs. Just mention My Daily … [Read more...]
LeVar Burton To Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Reading Rainbow at Dylan’s Candy Bar
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June 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG To say that LeVar Burton's career has been both eclectic and influential would be an understatement as he has touched many facets of pop culture with his roles — first, as 'Kunta Kinte' in the groundbreaking 1977 … [Read more...]
Back to the Kitchen: Celebrate Fathers Day With A Special BBQ
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June 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY GWEN KENNEALLY The gift of having an extraordinary male figure in your life is so important and one I wish for all children. I was a daddy’s girl and so is my daughter. On this day I celebrate all dads, grandpas and dad-like figures. … [Read more...]
Tasty Tidbits: Cactus Taqueria, Daily Grill Wine Tasting, SugarFish, Firenze Osteria
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June 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG Cactus Taqueria opened on Friday in the former Henry's Taco's location on the corner of Tujunga and Moorpark in Studio City. As most know, Henry's replaced Studio Sub across the street a couple months ago. Although both are … [Read more...]
This Weekend: Lots of Fun for All Ages from the San Fernando Valley to Downtown to Santa Monica
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June 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG FRIDAY NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY: It's the first Friday in June so that means it's National Doughnut Day (a.k.a. donut). Little known trivia fact — the day actually started in 1938 as a fundraiser for the Salvation Army to … [Read more...]
The Weekend Cocktail: Chocolate Ice Cream Martini
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June 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY GWEN KENNEALLY June is a fun month of fabulous foodie celebration days. Today just happens to be National Chocolate Ice Cream Day! What a great excuse to create a fun grown up version of a classic chocolate shake! You can add a little whipped … [Read more...]
Restaurants: Hidden Patio Dining in the San Fernando Valley
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June 5, 2013 by 8 Comments
BY KAREN YOUNG Summertime means dining al fresco. But what does that mean for the San Fernando Valley? The sidewalk patio is indeed making a comeback with a sprinkling down Ventura Blvd, but where are the patios you can't always see? We … [Read more...]
Back to the Kitchen: For the Love of Chocolate
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June 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY GWEN KENNEALLY Oh chocolate — my true love! How many nights it has been just you and I? The evening ends with me beating myself up after hours at the gym and then the sun goes down and I just can’t resist you! Who knew we were doing … [Read more...]
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