COOKING WITH THE PROS
By Carole Dixon
If you're craving hands-on cooking experience with some of LA's top chefs, there are plenty of in-house classes on offer throughout the summer and into the late fall. Whether your goal is mastering a béarnaise or modern emulsion, or you're trying to perfect a simple summer grilling technique or the ultimate fish taco, the following toques have the "epicurious" completely covered.
Michael Cimarusti of Providence has been teaching the successful "101 Cooking Class Series" at his Hollywood restaurant along with his chef de cuisine, Yu Min Lin. They share their knowledge of raw fish preparations that include sashimi, new style sushi, crudo and tartare. By the time you leave the two-hour class, you'll also learn how to roll sushi with rice on a mat and which sakes to pair with the fish.
SUGAR BABY
By Leslee Komaiko
In 1994, the effusive and - dare we say - cute as a (candy) button, Sherry Yard accepted the position of pastry chef at the original Spago on Sunset Strip, then the most star studded restaurant in town. Today, Yard has been honored by just about every food authority including the James Beard Foundation and Bon Appétit, which named her best pastry chef of the year.
CHEF VIDEO
Chef Xiomara Ardolina shares the family secret to her namesake Melrose restaurant's famous Mojito.
ALFRESCO LA
By Jenny Hontz
With summer heating up, it's a great time to check out LA's outdoor dining scene. Whether you're looking for a beach view, a gorgeous patio, a cool poolside cabana or rooftop deck, LA has it all.
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FOOD & WINE EVENTS
September 5 - 7
LA Greek Fest
September 21
Savor the Season at the Vibiana Downtown
September 22
5x5 Chef's Collaborative at La Terza
