In our humble opinion, everything on Magpie Cafe's menu is amazing - but during our most recent visit, this spectacular bean salad stole the show. We asked owner Janel Inouye to share the recipe and...

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering what to do with a stash of dried figs or looking for a dried fig recipe, you’re in for a treat! Dried figs are a versatile ingredient that can turn even...

This delicious Citrus-Marinated Onion, Prune + Chicken Skewers recipe is full of always in season goodness, so you can make it anytime! The tangy citrus, slight sweetness of the prunes and the pop...

Halloween is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen with delicious, locally sourced ingredients from California. Whether you're planning a spooky soirée or a cozy night in with friends,...

Have you ever sipped a wine so sweet and luscious that it felt like dessert in a glass? That’s the magic of dessert wines, and California is home to some of the greatest dessert wines you’ll...

Have you ever made Honey caramel? That’s right; it's caramel with honey. You can use your favorite honey style—like wildflower, avocado blossom, or buckwheat—to make a salted caramel sauce. We...

Lemon olive oil is one of those recipes won't know how you lived without, once you start making it. It’s a flavor enhancer that’s super simple to make.  We love making flavor enhancers...

To us, pasta salad is always a good idea. A well-made Caprese Pasta Salad recipe is especially good because it can feed a crowd, can accommodate a variety of diets, and is easy to make. While...

Thanksgiving is all about traditions—the roasted turkey, the family gatherings, and, of course, the stuffing. But let’s be honest: while Grandma’s stuffing recipe holds a special place in our...

Chef Nini Nguyen is the vibrant Vietnamese-American culinary star who brought serious flavor to Top Chef: All Stars Los Angeles. Known for mixing her love of traditional Vietnamese cuisine with...

Mornings can be tough, right? But with the right recipe, you can turn your groggy start into something truly special. Enter our Sweet Potato Hash, the breakfast hero you didn’t know you needed....

Ah, rice cakes. If the mere mention of them conjures images of bland, crunchy diet snacks, it’s time to think again! We’re flipping the script on rice cakes with a wild, flavorful twist that...