From hand-made pastries to artisanal ice cream shops, there are countless ways to satisfy cravings for a sugary treats in Los Angeles. The city is home to award winning pastry chefs like Richard Ruskell at the Montage Beverly Hills (winner of of Last Cake Standing), and bakers throughout Southern California who can whip up authentic treats from around the world. At Culina, pastry chef Federico Fernandez makes desserts that honor traditional Italian flavors with a modern flair. more ›

Drive down Melrose and you can't help but notice that facade of Osteria La Buca has been painted a bright candy-colored pink. In observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month owner Graham Snyder committed to donate 100% of October proceeds to benefit Susan G. Komen For the Cure. more ›

It's Christmas Eve, but there are still a few events worth checking out. Happy holidays! more ›

Today's Food Section of the LA Times brings a somewhat scathing review of former Top Chef contender Fabio Viviani's North Hollywood eatery Firenze Osteria. The recently opened Italian restaurant created quite a stir before it even opened, thanks to Viviani's on-screen sizzle--enough allure to merit a 5-star pre-opening review from one Yelper who had never even eaten there. more ›

Sunday October 18, San Antonio Winery held their last wine festival of the season. The winery's Taste Of Italy paired regional Italian Foods with the wines of Italy. Italians are starting to incorporate recently learned California wine making styles. But it’s important to note that their wines are still generally dry, high in acid and need to be paired with food to show their best attributes more ›

Two of my friends have been raving about this supposed "real Italian/napolitana" pizza in Monterey Park, and after months of accumulated hype I decided to give in and drive 20 miles just for fucking pizza. I even took five other friends in tow for the expedition to Monterey Park, the hotbed for all great cheap eats -- some of my favorites include Shakas and The Boiling Crab. more ›

A vast knowledge of fine wine and great Italian food are not a prerequisite for visiting Talia's Restaurant & Bar in Manhattan Beach, because you could pick blindly from the menu and whatever arrived would be delicious. It's "one of those" kinda places. more ›