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California Live’s Jobeth Devera visits Che Fico Pizzeria in San Francisco, where Chef David Nayfeld is serving up Roman-style pies with bold California flair. From the pineapple and chili pizza to sandwiches and salads, every dish is crafted with local ingredients and a whole lot of heart. The vibe is casual, the flavors are anything but.

California Live contributor Blanche Shaheen visits Sonamu Korean Restaurant in San Francisco. This small, family-run business, helmed by a mother and her children, keeps the heart of Korean cuisine alive through cherished family recipes passed down through generations. They believe in sharing their heritage one delicious dish at a time, and had a chance to learn the art of Bibimbap,...

California Live’s Amber Pfister is in Encino with the owner of Baklava Factory, chatting about their 25 years of sweet business and their many baklava options.

FRENCH CRULLERS Makes 12-14 doughnuts Ingredients:  1     cup whole milk5     tablespoons unsalted butter2     teaspoons granulated sugar¾    teaspoon fine sea salt1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour3     large eggs + 1-2 more, room temperature1-2 quarts oil, for frying Glaze:3    cups powdered sugar1    teaspoon pure vanilla paste or vanilla extract  4-5 tablespoons warm tap water + 1 pinch sea salt  HOW TO MAKE: *Recipe...

California Live correspondent Lilliana Vazquez visits MXO, Chef Wes Avila’s latest culinary endeavor in West Hollywood. Known for his journey from street food to acclaimed restaurants, Avila now brings wood-fired Mexican steakhouse fare to the heart of LA. Discover how he’s redefining traditional dishes like birria and introducing innovative flavors inspired by his roots and travels.

SICILIAN CRUDO Makes 1 INGREDIENTS:3 ounces (85g) raw seafood, such as fatty tuna, scallops, and/or salmon2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon fresh lemon juicePinch of flaky sea salt2 tablespoon brined capersPinch of finely dices red onionCoarsely ground black pepper HOW TO MAKE: *Recipe courtesy of Ari Kolender

This weekend, Pizza City Fest is back and hotter than a wood-fired oven for its third delicious year, bringing the absolute best of Southern California’s pizza scene to one glorious, saucy weekend at the L.A. Live Event Deck! California Live’s Amber Pfister met up with founder, Steve Dolinsky, to discuss—and taste—some of the weekend’s tasty...

Chef Jamie Gwen joins California Live’s Jessica Vilchis to show how a little planning can go a long way in the kitchen. She starts with honey lime chicken, cilantro lime rice, and creamy portobello gratin, before remixing them into crave-worthy dishes all week long.

Registered dietitian and social media star, Kylie Sakaida, stops by California Live to make one of her popular recipes from her new cookbook “So Easy So Good,” and shares nutrition tips!

Nutritionist Ashley Hawk shares some great zero-waste snacks that are creative, healthy and delicious. Her recipes embrace zero-waste cooking, a trend that’s both eco-friendly and flavorful. Instead of tossing scraps, cooks are finding creative ways to use every part of their ingredients.

Two-time New York Times bestselling author and beloved culinary creator John Kanell shares an easy dish from his cookbook, “Preppy Kitchen Super Easy: 100 Simple and Versatile Recipes,” and tips to keep things simple in the kitchen.

San Francisco’s Legion of Honor held a delightful and unique Cake Picnic, where more than a thousand attendees contributed homemade cakes or store-bought ones. This event, a testament to the power of shared sweetness, is now expanding across California with upcoming picnics planned for Los Angeles, Sacramento, and San Diego, inviting everyone to participate by bringing a cake and joining...

California Live’s Amber Pfister joins co-founders Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald at the opening of their newest location of Levain Bakery in Venice, CA. See how these Founding Females have grown their bakery and been in business for 30 years, plus get the secret to their iconic six-ounce behemoth cookies!

San Francisco’s Madlab Gelato & Kakigori isn’t your average bakery. Here, desserts are edible art, blurring the lines between food and fantasy. Using cutting-edge techniques and fresh ingredients, Madlab creates visually stunning treats with explosive flavors.

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California Live visits Anthony Strong from the Pasta Supply Company in San Francisco for tips on how to make homemade pasta. Anthony shares how you can transform your dough into classic shapes like farfalle, tagliatelle and so many other ones. He shares easy techniques that will make you feel like a pasta pro!

It’s time to ditch the boxed stuff! California Live met up with James-Beard-Award-winning Chef Douglas Keane of Michelin-starred restaurant, Cyrus, to learn how to elevate mac and cheese to date-night status! His “Very Adult” version features aged cheeses, a kick of Dijon, and creamy sour cream, all cooked in one pan! Simple, sophisticated, and utterly delicious.

Registered Dietician, author, and mom expert, Ashley Hawk, stops by California Live to chat about her new book, How Healthy Happens for New Moms. From

Welcome to spring, Chicago — and welcome to Dairy Queen’s legendary Free Cone Day.

Chef Jamie Gwen joins California Live’s Jessica Vilchis to share creative ways to reimagine dinnertime staples into exciting new meals for the week.