EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Discovering the Best in the San Fernando Valley
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY I just spoke with a girlfriend who said she won't start to panic about Thanksgiving until next week! She joked the thought made her happy because in the past she had been in a state of panic for a month. Actually, there … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY French green, little red, little green, brown and black are some of the more common varieties of lentils, which are legumes that generally have a rich nutty flavor. They are grown in pods, which contain one or two seeds each. … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY It is once again time to put away your white pants and celebrate the end of the summer. The labor unions created Labor Day over 100 years ago. It is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY When I moved from my house with a big garden into a townhome, the thing I missed most was walking outside and clipping the fresh herbs that I needed for a meal. However, I have do two sunny balconies in my new place — … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY People often ask how I come up with my recipes. It is my greatest joy to create new dishes and play with ingredients. When I work I am required to make certain dishes, but when I entertain friends and family for dinner, I just … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Where did the Luau come from and where does Hawaiian food get its influences? Hawaiian chefs are accustomed to mixing and matching a multitude of Polynesian, Eastern and Western flavors. Flawlessly and bravely creating a unique … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY It's the 4th of July. What a great time to celebrate with friends and family. Growing up it meant hot dogs, burgers, boiled corn, and watermelon. These days, there's a twist—it's time to rely on the freshness of the … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY Wandering around the open-air market is a favorite past time of mine. I love to cruise through the booths and check out what is fresh and new. Summer is such an amazing time for berries. There are so many different … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY I know that Southern California’s winter has been in full force the last week and the thought of bathing suit weather seems far away, but it's mid March and summer is just around the corner—and you know what that … [Read more...]
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY What happened to winter? How can it be March all ready? Even though it is still a little chilly spring is quickly approaching. One of my favorite vegetables this time of year is Asparagus. France's Louis XVl had special … [Read more...]
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