EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Discovering the Best in the San Fernando Valley
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY It is that time of year again — school fundraisers and end-of-the -year potlucks. Event locations like football fields play yards and parking lots can often create logistical nightmares. I have rented equipment and built … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Here is a trio of Mother’s Day Cocktail Pitcher recipes to round out your brunch party. (These recipes serve 6-8) The tea recipe can be made without the limoncello and gin for a tasty and refreshing non-alcoholic beverage. … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY “A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie.” - Tenneva Jordan "We women of one country will be too tender of those of another country … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY For those with Mexican heritage, Cinco de Mayo is a holiday celebrating their country's victory over France during the Battle of Puebla in 1862, but for the rest of us in Southern California it's just a great excuse to throw … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Earth Day, which was founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson on April 22, 1970, was first organized to promote ecology and respect for life on the planet, as well as to encourage awareness of the growing problems of … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY "Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, and therefore is winged Cupid painted blind". William Shakespeare If music be the food of love —play on—and make sure you have a cocktail in hand to celebrate … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY I was interviewed by The Food Network a few years ago and asked what food most resembles my personality. I had to say garlic — peel the many layers to reveal the heat. It has many flavors — from spicy when raw and sweet … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY I am always looking for interesting ways to learn create new, fun and exciting cocktails. This week I am inspired by National Licorice Day. A yummy confectionery taken from extract of the licorice plant, licorice contains a … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY April is National Grilled Cheese Month, and I couldn't be more excited to pay homage to the classic American sandwich. Often paired with a piping hot bowl of soup, this kiddie’s favorite has grown up beautifully. With the … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY It is National Chocolate Mousse Week and I personally can’t think of a better reason to celebrate. I love a great sweet, creamy delicious chocolate mousse! The most elegant one that I have ever had was sprinkled with the French … [Read more...]
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