Food and Wine

‘Tis the season for… Tamales!

By Victor Corral Martinez Signal Staff Writer A staple during the holidays in many Latino households is the iconic tamales at the dinner table, a treat that many families bond

Baker the baker competes in ‘Foodtastic’

Stevenson Ranch baker Melanie Baker was given the opportunity to get out of her comfort zone while competing in the new food-sculpting competition show, “Foodtastic.” Hosted by Keke Palmer, the

Where are the best tacos in town?

Tacos, and their various toppings, salsas and shells, comprise a touchy, yet important topic to a number of local residents. Where do your taco loyalties lie? The Santa Clarita Valley

Twin brothers compete on classic game show

It wasn’t long after longtime Santa Clarita residents Ken and Kevin Klar both retired that the identical twins had started a new endeavor: learning to cook. As a longtime firefighter

Carl Kanowsky on Wine

How Scott Hawley has evolved as a winemaker

On Aug. 6, Terry and I had the excellent opportunity to sit with Scott Hawley of both Torrin and Lagom Wineries, along with David Newell, his director of sales and hospitality.  In a few short years,

Bridge to Home announces 2021 Soup for the Soul

News release  Following a record-breaking event in 2020, Soup for the Soul will once again be presented virtually in 2021. You can buy tickets now for the event, scheduled 6:30 p.m. Dec. 4.   The event is

8th annual SCV Charity Chili Cook-off set for Oct. 28

News release  The 8th annual SCV Charity Chili Cook-off has been rescheduled, with a fall Halloween theme. Forty amateur chefs are sweating it out in the kitchen, preparing to compete. People’s Choice and Judges Choice prizes will

Carl Kanowsky | Justin Smith & Saxum

There are arguably three Kings of Rhone varietals in the New World (which essentially means every place but France). All three reside and make their wines in California. They are

Dine-in and to-go Turkey Day options in SCV

With the coronavirus pandemic still at the forefront of everyone’s minds, it’s guaranteed that Thanksgiving will look a bit different this year. This year, as public health officials urge people

Carving out their slice of the American dream

It’s been 30 years since Lucky and Manjit Singh moved to the United States from India.  In that time, they’ve had two children, owned a convenience store and, more recently,

Restaurants expand local summer dining options

At a time when the coronavirus is at the forefront of everyone’s mind, restaurants across the Santa Clarita Valley are stepping up their game to provide guests with unique outdoor

City introduces Eat Local program

Some Santa Clarita restaurants can now expand their outdoor service with the city’s Eat Local program, which hopes to encourage more residents to dine locally. This comes after monthslong closures