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Set for Friday evening, May 15th is the Culinary Careers Program’s 2026 Los Angeles Gala fundraiser celebrating an evening of Alumni Culinary Excellence. The evening is saluting the extraordinary alumni who have called C-CAP Los Angeles home at pivotal moments in their culinary journeys. “The night begins with rooftop cocktail hour at Sunset followed by a elegant multi-course, premium wine-paired...

For the first time in years commercial salmon fishing off the coast of California is again permissible. It’s a short window. Chef Andrew explains the implications potential impact. A Mother’s Day restaurant dining tip: Dinner has more availability and a calmer environment than Sunday Brunch.

We’re live this morning from the 4th Annual Pizza City Fest L.A. on the Special Events Deck at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles. The event also takes place tomorrow with a different set of some 22 acclaimed Pizzaiolos. VIP Admission is at 12 Noon with General Admission following at 1:00 p.m. “The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutiv...

“Melissa's World Variety Produce, Inc. has been delivering the global market since 1984 and is currently the largest distributor of specialty produce in the United States. They are proud to operate out of a 330,000 square foot facility located in Los Angeles, outfitted with conventional and organic fresh fruits and vegetables, value-added goods, and a state-of-the-art CCOF/SQF certified organic pa...

“The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutive year, the two-day pizza-focused celebration will be held atop the Event Deck at L.A. LIVE on April 25th to 26th and spotlight the best pizzerias in Los Angeles and beyond.” “Founded in 2022 by three-time Emmy and 13-time James Beard Award-winning food reporter, Steve Dolinsky, Pizza City Fes...

We’re live this morning from the 4th Annual Pizza City Fest L.A. on the Special Events Deck at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles. The event also takes place tomorrow with a different set of some 22 acclaimed Pizzaiolos. VIP Admission is at 12 Noon with General Admission following at 1:00 p.m. “The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutiv...

We’re live this morning from the 4th Annual Pizza City Fest L.A. on the Special Events Deck at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles. The event also takes place tomorrow with a different set of some 22 acclaimed Pizzaiolos. VIP Admission is at 12 Noon with General Admission following at 1:00 p.m. “The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutiv...

The Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP) is the original charitable beneficiary of Pizza City Fest L.A. “Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.” “C-C...

The Culinary Careers Program (C-CAP) is the original charitable beneficiary of Pizza City Fest L.A. “Founded in 1990 by culinary educator and cookbook author Richard Grossman, and in partnership with board Co chair Marcus Samuelsson, Culinary Careers Program is a national workforce development nonprofit dedicated to training and supporting the next generation of food and hospitality leaders.” “C-C...

Bub & Grandma’s Pizza in Highland Park is the sister establishment to the ever-popular Bub & Grandma’s Restaurant and Bub & Grandma’s bakery known for truly outstanding artisan bread. It’s pizza by the slice and whole pie, salads and sandwiches crafted with their artisan bread. Think Artichoke Pie with spinach, artichoke vegan cream, mozzarella, kale, artichoke hearts, breadcrumbs and...

Truly Pizza in Dana Point (and now just debuted in Laguna Beach) is one of the acclaimed pizzerias participating in Pizza City Fest L.A. “It’s a fellowship of sharing pizza – the world’s greatest communal food. Created by Las Vegas Hospitality Veteran Donna Baldwin, Steve Muller of The Muller Company and world renowned Pizzaiolo Champions Chris Decker, John Arena and Michael Vakneen, Truly Pizza i...

“Riip Beer Company, emerging in 2014 from Sunset Beach, California, was the vision of two brothers-in-laws with a profound love for craft beer. Their journey began modestly with a 20-gallon home brewing setup but quickly escalated to iconic status within the craft beer realm. Faced with early financial challenges, they ingeniously utilized a 1931 Helms Bakery coach to distribute their unique brews...

“Las Vegas’ celebrated chef-driven food festival, “Vegas Unstripped,” will return to the Palms Casino Resort pool deck on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 6 to 9:00 p.m. Produced by The Feast of Friends, the annual event brings together many of Las Vegas’ most acclaimed and inventive chefs and bartenders for a one-night-only culinary showcase. Each participant debuts an original dish or cocktail creat...

“This past week Ment’or (Manhattan-based) orchestrated the 2026 Young Chef and Commis Competitions on April 16, 2026, at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, presented by The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Designed to cultivate the next generation of great American chefs, these competitions offer meaningful professional opportunities for young cooks and provide unparalleled exposure to some of the cou...

“Las Vegas’ celebrated chef-driven food festival, “Vegas Unstripped,” will return to the Palms Casino Resort pool deck on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 6 to 9:00 p.m. Produced by The Feast of Friends, the annual event brings together many of Las Vegas’ most acclaimed and inventive chefs and bartenders for a one-night-only culinary showcase. Each participant debuts an original dish or cocktail creat...

“The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutive year, the two-day pizza-focused celebration will be held atop the Event Deck at L.A. LIVE on April 25th to 26th and spotlight the best pizzerias in Los Angeles and beyond.” “Pizza City Fest highlights the area’s vast pizza landscape and the diverse talents of the region’s top pizza makers. A...

“The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutive year, the two-day pizza-focused celebration will be held atop the Event Deck at L.A. LIVE on April 25th to 26th and spotlight the best pizzerias in Los Angeles and beyond. Pizza City Fest highlights the area’s vast pizza landscape and the diverse talents of the region’s top pizza makers. Afi...

This past week the non-profit Ment’or (Manhattan-based) orchestrated the 2026 Young Chef and Commis Competitions on April 16, 2026, at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, presented by The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. “Designed to cultivate the next generation of great American chefs, these competitions offer meaningful professional opportunities for young cooks and provide unparalleled exposure to...

This past week the non-profit Ment’or (Manhattan-based) orchestrated the 2026 Young Chef and Commis Competitions on April 16, 2026, at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, presented by The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. “Designed to cultivate the next generation of great American chefs, these competitions offer meaningful professional opportunities for young cooks and provide unparalleled exposure to...

“Masters of Taste, Los Angeles’ premier outdoor luxury food and beverage festival, returns for its eagerly anticipated eighth annual event, taking place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 3 to 7:00 p.m. once again on the field of the iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl Stadium. 100% of the proceeds will directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a non-profit organization providing over 50 years of homel...

“Las Vegas’ celebrated chef-driven food festival, “Vegas Unstripped” will return to the Palms Casino Resort pool deck on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 6 to 9:00 p.m. Produced by The Feast of Friends, the annual event brings together many of Las Vegas’ most acclaimed and inventive chefs and bartenders for a one-night-only culinary showcase. Each participant debuts an original dish or cocktail create...

There is a new Food Pyramid out from the US Department of Agriculture & The Department of Health and Human Services. Chef Andrew further unwraps the complexity for us (with what we really need to know) and also provides the historical perspective. What does it all mean for how we should be eating? This segment talks about fruits, veggies and whole grains as part of the suggested diet. (Continu...

“Las Vegas’ celebrated chef-driven food festival, “Vegas Unstripped” will return to the Palms Casino Resort pool deck on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 6 to 9:00 p.m. Produced by The Feast of Friends, the annual event brings together many of Las Vegas’ most acclaimed and inventive chefs and bartenders for a one-night-only culinary showcase. Each participant debuts an original dish or cocktail create...

“Masters of Taste, Los Angeles’ premier outdoor luxury food and beverage festival, returns for its eagerly anticipated eighth annual event, taking place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 3 to 7:00 p.m. once again on the field of the iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl Stadium. 100% of the proceeds will directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a non-profit organization providing over 50 years of homel...

“The success of Pizza City Fest proves that Los Angeles is in fact a Pizza City. For its fourth consecutive year, the two-day pizza-focused celebration will be held atop the Event Deck at L.A. LIVE on April 25th to 26th and spotlight the best pizzerias in Los Angeles and beyond.” “Pizza City Fest highlights the area’s vast pizza landscape and the diverse talents of the region’s top pizza makers. A...