Breakfast Buffet: Thursday, 9/25

By OWEN MORRIS

This Californian stopped in the City of Fountains to hit up the famous barbecue joints and take appetizing pictures of the food. Here’s his take on LC’s. (The Eaten Path)

Risotto is one of those dishes that’s acquired a reputation for being extremely tough to make. But this author shows with lots of practice and a helpful husband it can not only be done, but become more than just food. Puhhhleeeze. . .Who has time for mistakes and a loving caring spouse anymore? (NPR)

For my Jewish friends (and Bill Clinton), Rosh Hashanah is nearly here. What better way to celebrate than with two related posts. The first is a question and answer about what is on and off the table. The second is a memory piece about the way High Holiday food brings people together. (NYT & SF CHRON)

When I have children some day, one of the things I look forward to besides teaching them how to drive, play baseball and make homemade pasta, is sharing a beer with them. But unlike this man, I’ll wait until they’re older than four. (UPI)