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For some, homemade guacamole is made with one scoop of guacamole, one quart of serving bowl, and a four-hand grip of tortilla chips. Step 1: dip and devour.

Creative types show us new and better ways to heighten this party essential without abandoning the charm. Two of my favorite additions, championed … Read More

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This rave-worthy fare offers all we need out of a summer recipe. Little effort, big flavor and temperature agnostic to survive and thrive at most barbecue buffets. We like to say it’s food served “roomcoldhappysad,” borrowed from a favorite satirical articleexploiting absurdities of restaurant dining. Take five to read the … Read More

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Cinco de Mayo celebration began in California with Mexican immigrants celebrating their country’s rise over French rule after the defeating the French at the Battle of Puebla. Mexico observes this historic date, but the US declared it a national holiday. And what better way for America to celebrate anything, but … Read More

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Grilling season is dreams away for many, while we in Southern California – as though the weather gods add insult to injury for the rest of the county – have been blessed with sunny, warm winter dayd. Remember it all goes with away with a shattering 4.+ on the richter … Read More

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Here are my Top Five(w)rappers: reusable bags, cellophane, hand-stamped, Eminem and personalized. Probably everyone who reads this blog received our holiday card which included a photo from this year’s posed pic with kids and animals (it’s on the bottom right, if you’re curious).

It’s on the bottom right in a big … Read More

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