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What's cooking:  Enjoy spring dishes from Guild House
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Enjoy spring dishes from Guild House

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Apr 24, 2026

For 60 years, the Guild House has been serving Bakersfield delicious meals with a side of philanthropy.

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What's cooking: Enjoy classic California cuisine
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Enjoy classic California cuisine

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Mar 27, 2026

As spring takes a warmer than usual turn, we may be looking for an escape to the coast.

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What's cooking: Get to heart of matter with artichoke recipes
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Get to heart of matter with artichoke recipes

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Feb 27, 2026

Five servings of vegetables a day may be a tall order for some, especially if you have picky eaters in the family. Luckily in California, prod…

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What's cooking: Squeeze the day with citrus cookbook
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Squeeze the day with citrus cookbook

  • By STEFANI DIAS
  • Jan 30, 2026

Winter is the ultimate season for citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits and kumquats.

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What's cooking: A Roman holiday with Mama Tosca's carbonara
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: A Roman holiday with Mama Tosca's carbonara

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Dec 26, 2025

Since 1982, Mama Tosca’s Ristorante Italiano has kept Bakersfield fed with its lineup of Italian classics.

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THE DISH: It's a Christmas dining miracle at these local spots
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THE DISH: It's a Christmas dining miracle at these local spots

  • BY STEFANI DIAS sdias@bakersfield.com
  • Dec 23, 2025

If gift shopping took up too much of your time last week, don’t worry. There are still options to enjoy a holiday meal with loved ones. Here a…

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THE DISH: Enjoy holiday feast at home or out on the town
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THE DISH: Enjoy holiday feast at home or out on the town

  • BY STEFANI DIAS sdias@bakersfield.com
  • Dec 19, 2025

Christmas is almost here and, in the rush to finish your other errands, you may not have finalized your meal plans.

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What's cooking: Junior League offers some holiday treats
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Junior League offers some holiday treats

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Nov 28, 2025

In operation since 1952, the Junior League of Bakersfield has served the community financially as well as through acts of service.

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What's cooking: Let local cookbook inspire you
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Let local cookbook inspire you

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Oct 31, 2025

When talking about good food, it often comes down to tradition. Recipes are passed down through the generations or shared with friends and lov…

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What's cooking: Go Greek at home for pre-festival fun
Bakersfield Life

What's cooking: Go Greek at home for pre-festival fun

  • BY STEFANI DIAS
  • Sep 26, 2025

Fall events really kick off in Bakersfield with the St. George Greek Food Festival.

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