Culinary SOS: Your restaurant recipe requests answered
May 11, 2013
Culinary SOS: Oatmeal raisin cookies from Standard Baking Co.
Dear SOS: On a trip up the coast of Maine, we found a wonderful bakery in Portland called Standard Baking Co. Everything was delicious, but my husband declared the oatmeal cookies the best he'd ever had, and we made a special detour on the return route to buy more cookies. I'd love it if you could obtain their recipe, so I could surprise him with a batch.
March 30, 2013
Culinary SOS: Lawry's Nutella chocolate espresso Kahlua mousse
Dear SOS: I am a former California native, having lived in Pasadena for almost 47 years. Our family used to eat at the Lawry's establishments all of the time. I am trying to find a recipe for the Lawry's chocolate Kahlua mousse.
March 16, 2013
Culinary SOS: Kendall's Brasserie's braised beef short ribs
Dear SOS: I love the delicious short ribs served at Kendall's Brasserie, the Music Center restaurant run by Patina. The ribs are so flavorful, meaty and tender. Please, please try to get Patina to share the recipe.
March 9, 2013
Culinary SOS: Creperie du Village's soupe aux haricot blanc
Dear SOS: I recently was in Aspen, Colo., on a trip through the Rocky Mountains. The ham and bean soup at the Creperie du Village was wonderful. Is there any way you might be able to get the recipe?
March 2, 2013
Culinary SOS: Rich and creamy salmon bisque at Robin's in Cambria
Dear SOS: I'd love to have the recipe for salmon bisque at Robin's in Cambria.
February 9, 2013
Culinary SOS: California Pizza Kitchen's chicken tequila fettuccine
Dear SOS: My co-worker raves about the chicken tequila fettucine from California Pizza Kitchen. Her birthday is coming up in February, and we would like to make the dish for a girls' night in to celebrate. Do you have the recipe?
February 2, 2013
Culinary SOS: Shrimp ceviche from Sweet Butter in Sherman Oaks
Dear SOS: Sweet Butter, in Sherman Oaks, uses shrimp in the freshest tasting and most flavorful ceviche I have ever tried. Can't stop thinking about it. Any chance of snagging the recipe?
November 24, 2012
Culinary SOS: Steak chili and skillet corn bread from Smitty's in Pasadena
Dear SOS: I enjoy reading your column, and it occurred to me that you might be able to answer my request. "It was a dark and stormy night," like many we've recently had, when friends and I happened into Smitty's in Pasadena after the theater. Not being Pasadena locals, we didn't realize our good fortune. It was a perfect night for their signature chili and corn bread specials. Not your ground beef variety, the chili seemed to be prepared with flank steak and the corn bread was the best ever. Any chance you could wheedle their secret for your readers?
July 14, 2012
Culinary SOS: Lawry's baked macaroni and cheese
Dear SOS: I have been to Lawry's Carvery many times. I wish I knew how to make their baked macaroni and cheese. I hope you can acquire this recipe. They have many of their recipes on the website, but the mac 'n' cheese is not on it.
July 7, 2012
Culinary SOS: Chaya's chopped salad is big, bright, spicy
Dear SOS: I had lunch with a friend at Chaya Downtown restaurant, in Los Angeles. We ordered their chopped salad with grilled shrimp in an aioli jalapeño dressing. It was superb! I'd love to make it at home. Can you get the recipe from the chef?
June 30, 2012
Culinary SOS: House of Bread's berry bars
Dear SOS: I recently moved from San Luis Obispo to Denver. I miss the berry bars at House of Bread in San Luis; they were my favorite breakfast after a run or before class, and they were even my last meal before commencing the 18-hour drive from SLO to Denver! I'd love the recipe so I can have a slice of my old college town here in my new big city. Thank you!
June 23, 2012
Culinary SOS: Mucho Ultima Mexicana Restaurant's fresas mojito
Dear SOS: Mucho Ultima Mexicana Restaurant in Manhattan Beach makes the best strawberry mojito I have ever had. Can you please get the recipe from them so I can make and enjoy it at home? It's the perfect drink. Thank you.
June 16, 2012
Culinary SOS: Purple Pig's pig ears with kale
Dear SOS: We've just returned from a trip to Chicago, and I tell you, we were there for just five days, but we were at the Purple Pig three times. My fave is their fried pig's ears with crispy kale. What an amazing dish! Can you see if they are willing to share their recipe with your readers? Appreciate it very much.
June 9, 2012
Culinary SOS: The Cravory's cinnamon roll cookies
Dear SOS: The San Diego bakery the Cravory (formerly 410 Degrees) makes the most amazing cinnamon roll cookies. Any chance of getting the recipe? Many thanks!
June 2, 2012
Culinary SOS: Kuleto's minestrone
Dear SOS: I was at Kuleto's in San Francisco recently, and we had the best minestrone soup. It was fabulous. I have called and emailed, and nothing. Can you please obtain the soup recipe? Thanks for your help.
May 12, 2012
Culinary SOS: La Sandia smoked brisket is rich, flavorful
Dear SOS: I just made the kale gratin from last week's edition, and it was luscious. Thanks. My 6-year-old daughter eats like a bird but absolutely loves the brisket from La Sandia at Santa Monica Place. It is one of the only meals she asks for. We actually splurge on the non-kid menu entree for her whenever we go there. I would like to replicate it as best I can at home. Can you please get the recipe?
April 14, 2012
Culinary SOS: Tender Greens' happy vegan salad
Dear SOS: I am eagerly and desperately looking to replicate the most delicious, amazing salad I have ever had. My fiancé and I are regulars at the Tender Greens in Culver City, and we finally tried its best dish on meatless Monday: the happy vegan. It successfully combines the tastiest health foods such as red quinoa salad, green hummus and farro, with toasted hazelnuts, all on one plate. Please help me with the recipe!
7:00 AM PDT, March 17, 2012
Culinary SOS: Julienne's double-chocolate espresso walnut cookies
Dear SOS: I am from North Carolina and recently visited Los Angeles. While there I visited Julienne in San Marino. The double-chocolate espresso walnut cookie is the best I have ever eaten. Would it be possible to get the recipe for this cookie?
March 1, 2012
Culinary SOS: Taix's split pea soup
Dear SOS: My husband and I have enjoyed eating at Taix French Restaurant for over 30 years. It's a genuine Los Angeles institution, with old-fashioned ambience and service. The quality of its food and the value for the price has always remained high.
February 9, 2012
Culinary SOS: Carpe Diem's Mexican chocolate pot de crème
Dear SOS: My husband and I recently visited downtown Napa, Calif. The amazing chocolate dessert at Carpe Diem is absolutely the best chocolate dessert I've ever tasted! And I am not a big dessert person. Satin-smooth chocolate with a texture between a pudding and souffle, but better. Not too sweet and topped with a small drop of whipped cream and then sprinkled with perfectly roasted and salted pepitas [pumpkin seeds]. Divine.
February 2, 2012
Culinary SOS: Thai green chicken curry from a San Luis Obispo restaurant
Dear SOS: Recently my best childhood friend treated me to a creekside birthday dinner at beautiful Novo Restaurant in San Luis Obispo. We both had the Thai green chicken curry, and it was absolutely incredible. I tried an online recipe that was good but just didn't reach the level of excellence that Novo's creation did. I would love to have the privilege of getting that recipe if possible!
January 26, 2012
Culinary SOS: Molasses cookies from Milk
Dear SOS: Milk has the best molasses cookies I've ever had. My entire family adores them, and I would love to be able to make them for my dad on his 66th birthday. Please help? These cookies are out of this world. I need the recipe, before I spend my last dime on them! Thank you!
January 19, 2012
Culinary SOS: Palazzio's macaroni and cheese
Dear SOS: I was in Santa Barbara recently for a little vacation and stopped at Palazzio. Loved everything we had there, but especially loved the mac and cheese pie. It was incredibly rich, but so delicious. I'm especially curious as to what technique they use to make it so dense. Any chance you could get their recipe? Thanks!
January 12, 2012
Culinary SOS: Veggie burgers from North Peak Brewing Co.
Dear SOS: My family and I just got back from a trip to Traverse City, Mich., where I had the absolute best veggie burger I've ever had. Is there any way you could coax North Peak Brewery Co. to give up its recipe for its Black Bean and Portobello Mushroom Burger?
December 29, 2011
Culinary SOS: Mocha cookies from Euro Pane
Dear SOS: I am in love with a cookie from Euro Pane in Pasadena. It is the mocha cookie. We were in the restaurant last weekend, and I asked for the recipe, and they laughed at me. I thought you might have a better chance.
December 22, 2011
Culinary SOS: Ciopinot's 'no work' cioppino
Dear SOS: We recently dined at Ciopinot in San Luis Obispo. We tried their "no work" cioppino, and it was the best cioppino we've ever eaten. Wonder if they will share the recipe? Thank you.
November 10, 2011
Culinary SOS: Coral Tree Café's vegetable soup
Dear SOS: I have never been able to find a vegetable soup that comes close to Coral Tree Café's. I know they must have a secret ingredient in there that gives it that extra something special! With fall approaching (and hopefully cooler temperatures), I would love to make this soup at home.
November 3, 2011
Culinary SOS: Il Barone's limoncello tiramisu
Dear SOS: A wonderful restaurant in Newport Beach called Il Barone has by far the best tiramisu in the world. It is limoncello tiramisu, irresistible and worth whatever calories it contains. It is very light, moist and unforgettable! We would love this recipe!
October 6, 2011
Culinary SOS: La Boulange's croissant bread pudding
Dear SOS: Can you please get the bread pudding recipe from La Boulange? By far, it's the best bread pudding I've ever tasted. It is so good! Thank you very much!
September 22, 2011
Culinary SOS: Mount Zion Hotel's hot cheesecake
Dear SOS: My husband and I just returned from a trip to Israel to attend the wedding of one of his former students. We stayed at the beautiful Mount Zion hotel in Jerusalem, which served an incredible Israeli breakfast. In addition to a wide array of delicious salads, they offered a hot cheesecake dish. The hot cheesecake was amazing: light, soufflé-like, not overly sweet. A perfect breakfast dish! We're still dreaming about that dish and would love to have the recipe.
September 15, 2011
Culinary SOS: White hot peach sangria from Cafe del Rey
Dear SOS: Recently, my husband, some friends and I were at Cafe del Rey in Marina del Rey for the restaurant's 20th anniversary party. Besides the delicious food, they served an amazing white sangria made with fresh peaches. Everyone enjoyed it so much, and I'd love to make it at home if they will share the recipe. It's the perfect refreshing drink.
September 8, 2011
Culinary S.O.S.: Big Bad Breakfast's pain perdu
Dear SOS: During a trip to north Mississippi and the Delta, we ate a memorable meal at Big Bad Breakfast in Oxford. The brandy-spiked pain perdu was a stand-out among the dishes we ordered (with stiff competition from the house-cured bacon and biscuits). Since I don't anticipate being back in the area soon, is there any chance you can obtain the recipe? Thanks.
September 1, 2011
Culinary SOS: A bright taste of summer in Houston's couscous
Dear SOS: I'd love to get the recipe for the couscous at Hillstone (formerly Houston's) in Santa Monica.
August 18, 2011
Culinary SOS: Wild game meatloaf at Wildcat Willies
Dear SOS: On a trip to Zion National Park, we had the most delicious meatloaf at Wildcat Willies in Springdale, Utah. Please ask the chef to share the recipe. I'd love to try it.
August 11, 2011
Culinary SOS: Jeremy's on the Hill artichoke and potato au gratin
Dear SOS: A large group of us descended from the higher elevations of the Cuyamaca Mountains in San Diego County, a little grungy from camping and hiking. No matter: We received excellent service during lunch at Jeremy's on the Hill, just a few miles outside of Julian. Everyone, from the professional chef/fancy hotel executive to the foodies to the children who ate off the kids' menu, thoroughly enjoyed their meals. I, however, had the wise sense to order the waitress' favorite, the artichoke-potato au gratin, which came with broccolini and a house salad with balsamic reduction.
August 4, 2011
Culinary SOS: Pete's Cafe's bread pudding
Dear SOS: I have had this wonderful bread pudding at Pete's Cafe & Bar on 4th and Main in downtown L.A. Could you please get me the recipe?
July 21, 2011
Culinary SOS: Dish's Green Goddess dressing
Dear SOS: Hello! I utterly crave the Green Goddess dressing they make at Dish in La Cañada Flintridge. It has just the right balance of tart and mellow tastes. I would love to be able to make it at home. Thanks,
July 7, 2011
Culinary SOS: Sweetie Pies Bakery's orange breakfast scones
Dear SOS: I love the Sweetie Pies Bakery in Napa Valley. Last time, I tried the sweet-glazed currant scone. Would it be possible to get the recipe?
June 2, 2011
Culinary SOS: Cucina Rustica's chocolate trio torte
Dear SOS: Last summer while vacationing in Sedona, Ariz., our family had a fabulous dinner at an Italian restaurant called Cucina Rustica. For dessert we had the most delicious three-chocolate mousse cheesecake. I would love to have this recipe. It is divine! I am hoping that you can procure this recipe.
August 12, 2010
Culinary SOS: Tierra Sur's heirloom melon gazpacho
Dear SOS: My husband and I celebrated our 15th anniversary with a beautiful lunch and wine tasting at Tierra Sur, the restaurant at the Herzog Winery in Oxnard. To begin the lunch, I started with an heirloom melon gazpacho. I can't get the flavor combination out of my head. Although I have searched, I can't seem to find the ingredients that would have gone into that recipe. Do you think the chef at Tierra Sur would share this terrific summer cold soup?
10:14 AM PDT, August 5, 2010
Culinary SOS: Seafood jambalaya linguine at King's Fish House in Long Beach
Dear SOS: My husband and I are in love with the seafood jambalaya linguine at King's Fish House in Long Beach. Can you get the recipe?
July 1, 2010
Culinary SOS: Rice pudding from the Lazy Ox Canteen
I've only had rice pudding in college dining halls 10-plus years ago and was never a fan. But last night I had the rice pudding at Lazy Ox Canteen; I think my knees went weak. Could you help me get this recipe? I have been thinking about it for 12 hours straight.
June 3, 2010
Culinary SOS: Kona coffee crème brulee
Dear SOS: I need a recipe from Café O'Lei in Kihei, Maui. We had the best Kona coffee crème brulee and would kill for this recipe. Would you be able to get it?
April 8, 2010
Culinary SOS: Milton’s special house chopped salad with creamy garlic dressing
Dear SOS: Please, please print the recipe for the creamy garlic dressing served on Milton's special house chopped salad at Milton's restaurant in Del Mar. It is soooo yummy.
Recipe: The ultimate coconut cake
Dear SOS: Years ago the L.A. Times published a recipe for a wonderful six-layer coconut cake with lemon filling.
March 18, 2010
SOS: Caramel creme brulee
Caramel crème brûlée at the restaurant at Cavallo Point! It is to die for, with smooth caramel brûlée and whipped cream. Would love the recipe.
March 4, 2010
SOS: Larry’s macaroni and cheese at the Ahwahnee in Yosemite
Dear SOS: We just had a wonderful brunch at the Ahwahnee in Yosemite and they had the best mac 'n' cheese. Is there any way you are able to get the recipe? We asked, but no one was anxious to share it. Thank you.
February 25, 2010
Culinary SOS: Orange dinner rolls
Dear SOS: There is a wonderful orange muffin recipe that is highly guarded at the Morrison Lodge in Oregon on the Rogue River, but I have tried and tried to get a copy. It would be a huge coup to get that orange muffin recipe.
February 18, 2010
CULINARY SOS
Winter vegetable soup at Lido Restaurant in Shell Beach
Dear SOS: I wrote to you several months ago about an incredible winter root vegetable soup that I had at the Lido Restaurant in Shell Beach, Calif. It was served as part of a menu for last January's Restaurant Month. I have searched your column for it, but have never seen my request. I realize you probably get thousands of requests and can't respond (or obtain) all of the requested recipes, but I was sure hoping!
August 29, 2007
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Hatfield's walnut praline tarts with espresso ice cream
These tartlets may be small in diameter, but they're big on deliciousness. Roasted walnuts are nestled into a creamy praline filling and baked in a crisp, chocolate sablé crust. As if that's not enough, they're served with rich, homemade espresso ice cream.
February 11, 2010
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Humphrey's Restaurant's Cajun shrimp and corn chowder
Dear SOS: We recently ate at Humphrey’s Restaurant in San Diego. We loved the Cajun shrimp and corn chowder.
February 4, 2010
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Hotel Condon corn bread
Dear SOS: I had the most wonderful corn bread at the Hotel Condon in Condon, Ore. Is it possible to get the recipe?
December 30, 2009
CULINARY SOS
Chocolate pie at Cold Springs Tavern
Dear SOS: Having encountered the best chocolate pie ever at Cold Springs Tavern, an old stagecoach stop in Santa Barbara, I'm wondering whether you can persuade the restaurant to share its recipe. I am quite certain it is prepared on premises, is served warm and contains walnuts.
December 16, 2009
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Grilled fresh mahi-mahi with jalapeno cilantro sauce
Dear SOS: My husband and I recently ate at Opal Restaurant in Santa Barbara and had a cilantro and jalapeño sauce served over mahi-mahi that we are still dreaming about. We tried looking online but couldn't find anything we thought was similar. Can you help get this recipe? Barbara Davilman
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Peruvian ceviche at Ciudad
Dear SOS: I have been enjoying the Peruvian ceviche at Ciudad in downtown Los Angeles for quite some time now. Do you think that the restaurant would share the recipe?
December 2, 2009
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Yard House BBQ beans
Dear SOS: Last week I had the epicurean adventure of a lifetime at the Yard House at L.A. Live. The ribs and creamed corn were excellent, but the barbecued beans were heavenly. Could you please provide the recipe for these fabulous beans?
November 11, 2009
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Black bean soup at Las Brisas
Dear SOS: Could you possibly get the recipe for the black bean soup at Las Brisas restaurant in Laguna Beach? They have the most delicious black bean soup I've ever tasted!
November 11, 2009
CULINARY SOS
Recipe: Petto di pollo con Gorgonzola at La Finestra
Dear SOS: If you could obtain the recipe for chicken Gorgonzola with spinach from La Finestra restaurant, we would be forever grateful. This entree has to be the most delicious chicken recipe ever!
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