Krista Simmons

There's a lot of talk about what wines to pair with dinner, but what about beer? You wouldn't dare put Bud on the table after you spent 24 hours cider brining your turkey.

An entire Thanksgiving menu inspired by Julia Child is cooked: cheese puffs, braised brussel sprouts doused in heaps of butter (naturally), garlic mashed potatoes made with two entire heads of garlic, a reassembled roast turkey, sage and sausage cornbread stuffing and a glittering apple tart.

Is this the example our nation needs as it faces the obesity epidemic? Likely not, but it sure is entertaining.

The snack shacks, which are operated independently of the LAUSD cafeterias and the food services program, provide an alternative to the unpopular slop that's served during lunch hour.

The prices have gone up quite a bit, but it's sort of comforting to know that some things can stand the test of time.

The Foundry will serve the cereal-themed dish that had the chef eliminated for the rest of this week.

This place is seriously one giant Pinterest board. But there is substance behind the style.

Thanksgiving leftovers are almost as traditional as the big meal itself. Last year we came up with this recipe for turkey empanadas to handle leftover turkey, veg, gravy, and pie crust, and we're hooked.

This weekend is going to be wet and rainy. Here are two cocktails to keep you warm.

Consider skipping the Black Friday mayhem and shop a week early. You'll come out with some edible loot for your friends, and maybe even yourself.