(Gerry Furth-Sides) Happy 150th birthday, Garcia de la Cruz! For the family’s women dominated story, please read below. Meanwhile, let’s have a piece of these dramatic cakes from Jenefer Taylor of Malibu! Jenefer’s cakes to a 150th anniversary and Taste of Spain celebration hosted by the Spanish olive oil compa...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) I was so happy to attend the Garcia de la Cruz Tribute to Spain products. Why? Garcia de la Cruz turned me into a virgin olive oil lover. Before this I only used grapeseed oil. The gift-to-go was the chance for guests and anyone in the United States to win a a gift […]...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) The invite that arrives this year signaled the transition of lockdown to a party! The festive and fun 5thAnniversary Masters of Taste preview promises the L.A.’s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival will be the welcome back public event after two years. The Sunday,April 3rd, 2022, fr...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) “They had me” at the Rose Bowl Event site. “They had me” at the free parking. And that’s even before reading the Masters of Taste 2022 of over 3,000 food and beverage enthusiasts together for one afternoon. This exhilarating festival 100- plus Culinary Masters and restaurants...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) What could possibly be better than my favorite, the best Pappardelle draped in classic Bolognese sauce? Let me tell you about four possibilities traveling from north to the south of Italy and you decide. First is learning the secret, changing ground beef recipe of the ethereal pappardelle pasta ribbons with B...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) These ridiculously ethereal must-try cakes seem to have won over even the most die-hard, “no dessert diner.” You can include me, and a host of others in that statement because when you have a perfectly balanced meal, you don’t want to mar that perfect last bite. Berry Chantilly Cake This Who...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Two of the most respected chefs who have created food for the most beloved restaurants in Los Angeles are sharing their homemade dishes to eat at home. Chef Cynthia Mamukari, founder-owner-chef of Taste & Company developed a pasta kit. Restaurateur & Executive Chef Celestino Drago helpe...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) New fascinating favorites this year for Valentine’s Day include a new chef at The Raymond with its history of regional cuisine. Also new and destination-drive worthy is a contemporary Indian Restaurant, ARTH BAR+KITCHEN and , a new Mexican eatery, El Granjero Cantina. Offers that extend the entire week-...
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Elegance and sumptuous luxury are so much more welcome in these trying times. GourmetGiftBaskets.com and Fabrizia Limoncello plus Fabrizia Limoncello baked goods define the concept. The professional service and personal care of these New Hampshire companies adds to the pleasure of gifting. GourmetGiftBaskets....
(Gerry Furth-Sides) Food, warm and professional hospitality and a romantic atmosphere are the key ingredients to a perfect Valentine’s Day celebration They are perfect for couples, friends or family. The Restaurant at Mr. C, Celestino Ristorante and Marino Ristorante have earned a reputation for all three through the decad...
Gerry Furth-Sides 
Barbara Hansen 
Chef-owner Alain Cohen 
Roberta Deen 
Jose Martinez 
Nivedita Basu 