At a time when a spike of drinking establishments seem eager to entice guests with flashy decor and pop-culture themes, Smith sees his efforts as a way to get back to the fundamentals of cocktails.

Making liquor at home has been illegal for more than a century, but a federal appeals court has now struck down that ban. The ...

We’re in that in-between season where locally grown produce is scant at farmers markets but memory of past seasons’ bounty holds the promise of crisp vegetables and juicy fruit. Already, tables are ...

Cherry Liqueur is a delicious way to preserve cherries to enjoy long after summer is gone. Homemade liqueurs are pretty simple to make at home. You only need three basic ingredients: alcohol (usually ...

Ernest Miller is the lead instructor for the LA County Master Preserver Program, and he's the kitchen manager and chef at Farmers' Kitchen in Hollywood. Miller likes to make ornaments by drying apples ...