Sprinkles cupcake controversy centers on candy dot
FOOD
Sprinkles of Beverly Hills claims Famous Cupcakes of West Hollywood is stealing its trademark.

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August 20, 2008
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Morning menus are on the rebound, with tempting dishes such as blueberry ricotta pancakes at Rustic Canyon in Santa Monica and grilled salmon in a bento box at the London Hotel in West Hollywood. >>

Favorite restaurants for a morning meal include Gordon Ramsay, Comme Ça, Anisette and Akasha. >>

For a soothing morning meal, sample such Eastern delicacies as steamed buns, fresh soy milk and Chinese doughnuts. >>

COOKING
Grilled, stewed, crisp or tender -- its season may be short, but the Hungarian pepper is versatile. >>

THE REVIEW
Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo from Food Network's 'Two Dudes Catering' show open a restaurant that focuses on meat dishes. They don't hold back on the sugar and salt. >>

WINE OF THE WEEK
It's crisp and clean, with a bright citrus zing and a light touch of oak -- perfect for summer drinking. >>

October 26, 2005
ENCORE
In 2005, former Times' Test Kitchen Director Donna Deane lowered the flame, slowed down the scramble and transformed eggs into pure bliss. >>

August 13, 2008
COOKING
Rillettes -- the new wave in L.A.'s charcuterie renaissance -- can be made of pork, game, poultry, fish or even vegetables. So grab a baguette and enjoy. >>

August 11, 2008
The new restaurants tap historical plans to fit in with the restored Malibu Pier. >>

August 13, 2008
THE REVIEW
Octavio Becerra's new Glendale bistro-wine bar is just revving up. Its fresh and polished food celebrates California's great bounty of local ingredients. >>

WINE & SPIRITS
With so many out there, the challenge is finding one you love that's great with food and well priced. >>

CULINARY SOS
Dear SOS: Is it possible to find the recipe for Clementine's banana cake with frosting? >>

THE FIND
A new Cambodian restaurant combines traditional cooking with improvisation. >>

WINE OF THE WEEK
This is a perfect summer wine. >>

April 19, 2006
ENCORE
This April 2006 piece took a look into the future -- and envisioned a pate a choux revival. >>

August 7, 2008
Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky wants the eateries to provide a caloric breakdown for all their offerings to help diners 'make the right dietary choices.' >>

August 6, 2008
Banana, fig and grape leaves bring distinctive flavors to such fillings as lamb meatballs, grilled halibut and feta. >>

THE CALIFORNIA COOK
Preserve it in spiced olive oil and you get a rich, meaty taste ready to serve in salad, with pasta or as a topping for bruschetta. >>

MEDIA DISH
A film based on the historic event that put California wine on the map -- starring Alan Rickman and Bill Pullman -- opens in Southern California. >>

RESTAURANT REVIEW
Chef Joshua Siegel took a DIY approach to open his neighborhood place, then built a menu with integrity and charm. >>

DATEBOOK
Wine tastings, a tea lunch and more.... >>

FARMERS MARKET
Peaking >>

WINE OF THE WEEK
Quick swirl >>

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