BY KAREN YOUNG Sherman Oaks resident Kathleen Laccinole has always joked that "in my next life I'll be a perfumer." As she explains, "I have an extremely 'emotional' nose and love, love, love scent." In reality, Laccinole spent many … [Read more...]
Gwendolyn-Mary Candles and Perfumes: From Sherman Oaks to France and Back
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July 16, 2013 by 5 Comments
Food News: Les Macarons Duverger for a Perfect Taste of Paris
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June 30, 2013 by 1 Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG I've loved macarons since I first tasted the delicate almond meringue confection in Paris over two decades ago. Pronounced mack-ah-rohn, it is not to be confused with the coconut mound cookie (maca-roon). The … [Read more...]
Health & Fitness Finds: Fitness Guru Dove Rose-Grennan Talks Juicing
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May 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY DOVE ROSE-GRENNAN Editor's Note: We are thrilled to introduce our new columnist, Dove Rose-Grennan (left), who will be curating all the best info about health and fitness. Dove is the owner and creator of Dove’s Bodies and has been … [Read more...]
Food Find: Fruigees Turns Organic Fruit and Veggies Into a Tasty Pudding
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May 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY CARINA WALKER Step aside broccoli smothered in cheese, tricking kids (and some adults) into eating vegetables has just gotten a whole lot more fun, tastier and healthier. Fruigees, an all-natural pudding snack, packed with organic fruits … [Read more...]
Food Find: Artisanal Bread Handcrafted and Made-To-Order
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April 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY JUDITH A. PROFFER You’re strolling on the tree-lined street of one of your favorite Sherman Oaks neighborhoods when the yeasty, hearty, warm and swoon-worthy aroma of freshly baked bread stops you in your tracks. Your head snaps to the … [Read more...]
Food Find: New Artisan Vegan “Cheese” Draws Raves at the Studio City Farmers Market
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April 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY CAROLE ROSNER Studio City residents Allen and Lois Keller never imagined launching a food business. Yes, they are creative (she’s an artist and he’s a musician/writer/advertising guy) and resourceful, but neither thought of themselves … [Read more...]
Village Fish Market — A Great Catch in Calabasas
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March 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY DEBBIE PAPPALAU Sure, Justin Bieber has his crib nearby and Britney Spears calls Lake Sherwood home sweet home but the new neighbor that’s got me as giddy as a heartstruck teenager is Village Fish Market in Calabasas. You … [Read more...]
The Weekend Cocktail: Jeweled Crimson Cocktail
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February 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
BY GWEN KENNEALLY As I wander around the markets I am beginning to see sure signs that spring is not so far away. I long for the light and pretty tastes that I associate with this time of the year. Blood oranges are among the most abundant … [Read more...]
The Wine Find: Bubbles are the Perfect Way to Greet 2013 — Or Any Day!
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December 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY BARBARA BARRIELLE Champagne is, of course, the traditional toast to the New Year. And, as most of us know, it is the sparkling beverage that comes from the French wine-growing region of Champagne, and has influenced all other sparkling … [Read more...]
THIS WEEKEND: Holiday Happenings For All Ages
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December 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
BY KAREN YOUNG FROM THE MDF HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS FILES: THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAY SEASON CLICK BELOW: The MDF Guide to Festive Holiday Lights and Boat Parades The MDF Guide to Outdoor Ice Skating Across Los Angeles Shop Local: The MDF … [Read more...]
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