These recipes are part of a package of stories on dates in Southern California. When it comes to cooking with dates, not all varieties are created equal. For the most part, you can bank on dates ...

If you’re not sure when you last ate a date, it’s time to re-acquaint yourself with these underrated dried fruits. Dates are not just a wonderful snack, but they’re also great in all manner of dishes, ...

Dates are sweet, but they’re also great savory. Here are three recipes to try at home — one-pot chicken, date pizza, and and a cozy date soup.

Bacon-wrapped dates are a classic party food, and for good reason: The intense combination of smoky bacon, sweet dates and funky blue cheese creates a punchy package. These bacon-wrapped stuffed dates ...

Smooth, sweet shakes, tart lemon bars, crunchy slaw and an aromatic chicken braise — these are just a few of the wonderful recipes utilizing the unique sweetness of dates. (Rebecca Peloquin/For The ...