A Sneaky Take on Granville’s Mac and Cheese
Glenda Galvan-Garcia is executive chef at Granville. Her recipe is based on the restaurant’s popular Uptown Mac & Cheese. PHOTOS COURTESY GRANVILLE Faced with a toddler who was a picky eater, Glenda Galvan-Garcia resorted to something that has worked for many parents: sneaking vegetables into his food by disguising them among the other ingredients. It worked for a while, until Isaac was about 3. Taking a bite of the macaroni...
The Food Chain for Picky Eaters
By Christina Elston Every mom and dad wants to have a kid who’s a good eater. “One of your major roles as a parent is to make sure your child is well nourished,” says Judy Hopkins, an occupational therapist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles specializing in children with feeding disorders. That’s why having a child who is fussy around food can be scary for parents. It’s scary for kids, too....
Vintage Family Fun and Wine Tasting in the Santa Ynez Valley
Los Olivos Lemons. PHOTO COURTESY LINDSEY HUNTER LOPEZ Angelenos may have to contend with traffic on a daily basis, but in one car-related respect we’re lucky; there are so many cool destinations within a just few hours drive. My husband, kids and I recently took advantage of this and visited the Santa Ynez Valley. Known for farms and wineries, the relaxed, picturesque region is a popular kid-friendly destination (and parents...
7 Reasons to Join a Parent Support Group
Recently, a father of a 14-year-old boy called to ask for a family session. He described how he got so fed up with his son’s video gaming that he turned the WiFi off in his house. A shouting match ensued and his son got so mad that he jumped out of the ground-level window and disappeared into the night, leaving his parents rattled and worried. Another mom described in a...
A Quick Guide to San Diego for All Ages
San Diego has long been a favorite family-friendly getaway for Angelenos – and we looked into all the reasons why. Between the sun, surf and world-class attractions, we found something fun for everyone – of all ages. If you’re looking for a home base, Paradise Point Resort boasts 44 acres of lush grounds, five pools, three onsite restaurants, mini golf, sailing lessons, beach fire pits for s’mores and a surf...
Our 5 Fave Los Angeles Weekend Freebies (Feb. 16-17)
Roses are Red Poetry ContestMichelle Wong McSweenStar System Jewelry Workshop This weekend, you can try your hand at valentine poetry, learn a little Mandarin, make astronomy-based jewelry, celebrate Lunar New Year and dance through Venice. Saturday morning offers two fun opportunities. Head to Granada Beach in Long Beach to help Justin Rudd’s Community Action Team with its monthly beach cleanup beginning at 10 a.m. Right after the cleanup there will...