Food

It’s wine o’clock in the SCV

Enjoying a glass of wine is much more than a companion for a good meal. The tradition that stretches back thousands of years can now be celebrated at a number

Keep vegan guests in mind

From food allergies to dietary restrictions to conscious decisions to avoid certain foods for ethical reasons, peoples’ diets tend to be as unique as they are. That can make it tricky when hosting a crowd and preparing a menu.

Skewered chicken goes great on the grill

Grilling chicken is an easy way to transform this versatile food into something even more delicious. Various cultures serve chicken in kebab form after grilling it over an open flame, and taste is a big reason this particular method of cooking chicken is so beloved.

5 tips for stress-free outdoor entertaining

Good food, great company and the beauty of the outdoors: dining al fresco with family or friends is the perfect way to enjoy beautiful weather. For many people, though, the

Michele makes…summer salads

Summer is the time of the year that people want — and crave — light, refreshing food. Summer salads are the perfect way to satisfy those cravings. These salads can

The Original Saugus Cafe and Lounge is the oldest restaurant in Los Angeles County.

Historic eateries around Santa Clarita

When my husband and I first moved to the Santa Clarita Valley in 1978 we quickly adopted Cal Islands as our “special occasion” restaurant. It was a magical place with

Classic Mexican Food, Served with a Smile

Already a mainstay in the Antelope Valley, where it has operated three restaurants for several decades, Medrano’s Mexican Restaurant headed south 9 months ago to open a new location in

Dining Guide

American All Star Sports Grill28200 Bouquet Canyon Road, Saugus661-296-8000 Backwoods Inn17846 W. Sierra Highway, Canyon Country 661-252-5522 The Backyard Grub n’ Brews 26509 Golden Valley Rd, Santa Clarita661-286-1165 Bergie’s16404 Delone

Crowd-pleasing cobbler set to return

As the Santa Clarita Valley gets ready to celebrate 25 years of the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival, one of the constants that remain just as popular today is, of course,

A Taste of Hawaii in Santa Clarita

The Hawaiian plate lunch can trace its humble roots back to the late 1800s, when plantation workers would take along a carb- and protein-rich combination of rice, macaroni salad, and

Mixing food and art with purpose

Art isn’t just prominent in the name — it’s in the food, across the walls and in their story. Coming to the Santa Clarita Valley by way of Simi Valley,

Looking at some of SCV’s best delis

Authenticity, freshness and flavor served with a side of personal interaction is what makes a deli become a neighborhood favorite. On a Friday afternoon at Bob’s Country Meats in Canyon

Chyll is full of delicious surprises

What’s a cross between an ice cream parlor, American diner and an Asian food court? Chyll Rolled Creamery and Boba in Castaic. Anyone familiar with the Valencia location knows that

Best soups in the SCV

When it’s cold and rainy outside, what really hits the spot? Soup, of course. It’s got everything you need in one hot, steamy bowl of goodness. If you don’t have

Early Spring Festival Fun

Spring is around the corner, just weeks away and now is the time to mark your calendars for festival fun. There are Scottish games, a celebration of whales and, if

Jasmine Thai hits all the right notes

Of all the Asian cuisines, Thai food is my favorite. There’s something about its unique ability to marry sweet, sour, spicy, salty, and bitter that really satisfies. Jasmine Thai Noodle