running fans and such, but nowhere in my house will qualify as cool and dark except for my fridge. And I’ve heard not to store them in the fridge, because it changes the starch. Any other warm weather folk have an idea...

It’s not everyone’s favorite, but I like Diva in Davis Square. They open large windows in warm weather.

I chilly scoop of homemade Blood Orange italian ice from Di Dio’s Italian Ices on Montana in Santa Monica is pure heaven on a warm summer night.

The house-made noodles at Maru Ichi are made to be served cold, says Melanie Wong. Their cold noodle preparation starts with a cool, springy tangle of ramen noodles, topped with a colorful array of red pickled ginger, seaweed...

A judicious use of chilies can perk up chocolate or grilled fruit for an exotic taste reminiscent of Mexico or Southeast Asia. Cardamom also has a bright flavor that lends itself well to sweets. I think it’s worth noting...

Does any one actually make a good Arnold Palmer?

I’m temporarily detached to Beijing so I have not felt the warm LA weather but if I had I would get the only coffee boba that has enough coffee flavor for me. It’s served at the pho 79 in chinatown, the one in the...

Fruit-based drinks that are ideal warm-weather sippers.

There have been a few recent topics that have touched on pieces of this, but I thought it might be interesting to have a dedicated thread. In this warm, muggy weather, what drinks around town are hitting the spot for you?...

My husband and I want to plan a trip over Christmas and are batting around a bunch of places in Mexico, Belize, and South America. It occurred to me that perhaps the quality of food could help us finally decide on a place. Other...

Ribbons of squash fill in for some of the pasta.

Simple to make, bold in flavor, this easy salad combines common vegetables for a versatile side dish.

A hearty soup filled with vegetables and wild rice.

Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew what is the best way to transport chocolate truffles in warm weather since my fiancee and I want to make some as wedding favors for our wedding. We know it can be done since retailers like...

we were walk-ins and MATSURI was a 1 1/2hr wait on a thursday night so we just went upstairs to LA BOTTEGA. i don’t know how many restaurants are so profoundly affected by the cold weather but LA BOTTEGA was one of them. the...