Food

Best wedding venues in SCV

The Santa Clarita Valley can lay claim to some of the best wedding venues around, including ones that work with budgets and offer a variety of services. Though weddings are

Curds, rinds and more mozzarella

Corry De Robertis, who’s billed as “That Cheesemaker Guy,” is a local hobbyist cheesemaker who, for the past year, has taught monthly cheesemaking classes out of his home with the assistance of his wife, Carol, which are offered on Facebook.

Michele makes … Pumpkin Spice Treats

I’ve waited all year for pumpkin spice season to begin. It is the most glorious time of the year. One of the best uses of pumpkin spice is always in the traditional Thanksgiving pumpkin pie.

Michele makes … tailgate treats

Can you feel the excitement? The football season is in full swing with college and professional games held in the Los Angeles area nearly every weekend. Southern California is lucky to have both professional and college football.

Make family meals matter

For busy families, finding time to eat together isn’t always easy, but coming together around the dinner table regularly isn’t just about keeping hungry bellies full. Family meals nourish the spirit, brain and overall health.

Michele makes… Apple Desserts

I’ve always loved tarts, crisps and turnovers. No one ever said “an apple a day” couldn’t include dessert. However, I’ve never been fond of baking pies. My high school home economics class left me with severe “pie crust” anxiety after my team made the worst lemon meringue pie in school history.

Savory sandwiches for tailgate fun

Fall marks the start of football season. Game day experiences are made even more enjoyable by hosting or attending a tailgate in the parking lot of the stadium.

The differences between vegan and vegetarian diets

A nutritious diet is an essential element of a healthy lifestyle. Everyone from small children to fully grown adults have their own dietary preferences, and the choices people ultimately make can go a long way toward ensuring their long-term health.

Three ideas to freshen up your favorite treats

This time of year brings lots of picnics and barbecues, along with tasty treats everyone loves to share. Want to make yummy desserts your friends will rave about, but with your own unique twist?

7 easy travel snack ideas for diabetics

Do you have diabetes and stress about finding healthy and convenient snack options while you’re traveling? Here are some smart snacking tips to consider.

Pumpkin spice and everything nice

Though temperatures remain high, it’s Sept. 1, which means it’s officially time for the pumpkin-flavored cravings to come out of hibernation — pumpkin spice to begin appearing on menus everywhere.

SCV’s Best Salads

For many years, I prided myself on being a woman who would not order a salad as a meal in a restaurant. Nope, I liked hearty food, no matter the season, not a bowl of limp, uninspiring vegetables drowned in dressing.

Toss some shrimp on the barbie at your next party

The popularity of cooking-based television shows has led many people to look at food through a new lens. Experiencing food in new ways may involve trying certain types of cuisine for the first time or even preparing beloved foods in new ways.

Michele makes….ice cream

It’s summer in the Santa Clarita Valley. It’s hot. What can you do with the family that’s fun and gives you a sweet, cool treat as a reward? One of the simple joys of summer is ice cream. A great family activity is making homemade ice cream with your kids.