We're in the middle of apple season and all of the sudden, our late night snacking became healthy. What has come of us? more ›

Have you ever made homemade vanilla ice cream? The ingredients are pretty basic: cream, milk, sugar, egg yolks and natural vanilla flavor. But if you want that same taste without having to make it yourself, we've found that Trader Joe's version tastes like homemade versions. In fact, it has all the same ingredients plus two preservatives and that's it -- no long list of unpronounceable colorings and chemicals. more ›

Very few places can claim bragging rights over their onion rings. One place that can is Du-pars, the long-lasting 24-hour Los Angeles diner and bakery that has three locations in the region (Farmer's Market on Fairfax, Studio City and Thousand Oaks). more ›

It is one of the simplest, freshest and most delicious snacks for a hot summer night. Straight from the farmers' market (or your neighbor's tree) to the fridge, a chilled orange is more than just nutritious, it's quenching. more ›

LAist Featured Photos contributor 护士黑鹰 eats this for breakfast and describes her simple dish: "XXXL blackberries (Ralph's) swimming in plain, Greek-style, full-fat organic yogurt (WF), and a generous tablespoon of clover honey from the farmer's market." Breakfast? That sounds good now! more ›

"In economic yuckytimes, it's good to be reminded of how awesome just cookin' mac n' cheese n' peas at home can be. It's not always about eating out," wrote 护士黑鹰 in the caption of her above photo on Flickr. Intrigued, the recipe had to be asked for and she was happy to share how she doctors up boxed macaroni and cheese: more ›

With all the talk of illegal bacon dogs and legal veggie dogs on the streets of Los Angeles, why not combine the two (plus some) for a little at-home fun cooking? So here it goes: vegan bacon wrapped "pigs" in a blanket. Whoa. more ›