Krista Simmons

The feds found evidence of the restaurant serving endangered sea whale, and charges were filed. Now the chefs who served the meat are back in court and have pleaded guilty.

Valentine's Day is around the corner, bringing with it the flower shops chock full of red roses and heart shaped boxes. Instead of being cliched this year and getting your loved one the usual suspects, why not let them eat their roses?

The weekend is so close you can practically taste it. Here are the edible events going on in the next few days to keep you occupied -- and sated, for that matter.

The popular 626 Night Market, which is now in its third year, will be coming into the city center for several events this summer.

Kumquats are coming in like gangbusters right now, but these poor little citrus often get pushed aside because they are just so darn piquant. But when they're candied, oh boy, are they delightful. And making them is so much easier than jamming or making them into a marmalade.

Today is a sad day for burger fans here in SoCal. Baker John Markulis, the bun baker responsible for the bread at In-N-Out, Fatburger, and The Original Tommy's, as passed away at 83.

Matthew Biancaniello, who has become quite well-known for his culinary take on cocktails, is handling the menu at the new hotel. There are plenty of unique drinks on the menu, including one with sea urchin.

We first fell head over heels with rose water backpacking through Northern Africa. The delicate floral flavoring is used there and in the Middle East in many sweets and desserts. When added to this moist citrus polenta cake, it's a real treat.

The celeb chef finally has his own restaurant. It's a 25-seater in Beverly Hills named after his grandmother, where the tasting menu is based off a singular seasonal ingredient. We chat with him about the inspiration and heading back to restaurant life.

Scarlett Johansson, who has been an ambassador for OXFAM for 8 years, resigned after making a racy Super Bowl commercial for the Israeli-owned Soda Stream company.