The Public Kitchen
Recipes from chefs, farmers and market vendors.
The Public Kitchen:
In this part of the world we think of lobster as a somewhat fancy food, but over on the East Coast it's often more of a block party kind of food.
The Public Kitchen:
These spring rolls are a refreshing option for a warm day when a regular salad just won't do.
Local And Seasonal: Fava Bean, Prosciutto, and Pecorino Romano Salad
May 23, 2013 2:39 PM
by Maria Zizka
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Fresh fava beans are a bit tricky to prepare, but well worth the effort.
SoCal Spirits:
Have some sparkly drinks up your sleeve this season.
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Serve this flavorful dish on its own, or with rice pilaf for a more substantial meal.
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Contrary to what the year-round egg supply at supermarkets might lead us to believe, eggs do have a season.
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Homemade is worth the effort with this one.
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The glorious but brief cherry-picking season lasts for little more than one month.
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These tacos straddle the line between savory and sweet for a simple, light meal or colorful appetizer.
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Mediterranean flavors abound.
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I'm not saying this is, like, a healthy update to the BLT, but it is certainly a delightful new twist.
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Depending on the variety of cherimoya, the creamy interior can smell like any combination of banana, pineapple, mango, papaya, peach, and raspberry.
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This is the perfect hot day dinner.
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The season's first cherry tomatoes, spicy arugula, chickpeas, olives and feta combine with warm, tender farro for a satisfying meal.
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So much flavor from such simple ingredients.
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Since it's National Burger Month, it's our duty to eat as many as possible.
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Someone has decided it's National Burger Month, and who are we to argue with deliciousness?
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The ubiquitous dandelion is usually thought to be just a pesky weed, but the plant is edible, highly nutritious, and downright tasty.
Meatless Monday: Spanish Tortilla With Roasted Red Peppers and Peas
May 6, 2013 1:04 PM
by Rick Paulas
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Time to continue our Spanish theme today with this delicious dish.
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Gazpacho isn't just liquid salsa anymore.
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