I’ll admit it — I hadn’t tried a persimmon until this year. When a few showed up in my weekly produce box, I wasn’t entirely sure what to do with them. Were they meant to be eaten raw or cooked? Did I ...

The persimmon is the under-appreciated middle child of winter produce. Whether you pick a varietal that’s crisp and tart or sweet and juicy, its bright flavor is a welcome addition to any cold-weather ...

With Thanksgiving just weeks away, we can already practically taste our favorite holiday foods. And while, yes, bring on the turkey and all the yummy sides, what we’re really talking about here is a ...

Dianne de Guzman is the regional editor for Eater’s Northern California/Pacific Northwest sites, writing about restaurant and bar trends, upcoming openings, and pop-ups for the San Francisco Bay Area, ...

The beauty of a persimmon is undeniable. Their gorgeous deep shades of orange shine in the gray time of fall to winter. Imagine discovering these jewels on a woodland hike or seeing them in your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For many people, persimmons are a mysterious fruit. They look like orange tomatoes, but they have a ...

Cobblers are one of my all-time favorite desserts because they’re like eating both cake and fruit pie at the same time. How can you go wrong with that? They’re also really easy to make in the slow ...

If you're looking for a healthy dessert recipe to enjoy in winter, this is it! This easy recipe soothes sweet cravings while ...

Nothing makes the holidays happier than a good stiff drink. It’s even better if it’s one that’s easy to concoct and uses what’s in season. Given that this is Southern California, you’re likely to have ...

Marian Burros’ plum torte is often the first recipe most bakers use, because it’s easy to make, looks great and has stood the test of time. This California spin on it swaps the Italian plums for ripe, ...