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If you think enchiladas are a dish you need to dine out to enjoy, think again. Guest teacher, author and Friend of Milk Street Mely Martínez is here to show you how simple and satisfying homemade enchiladas can be—especially when you commit to a do-it-yourself adobo sauce. In this class, you’ll learn how to make Mely’s spin on her own mother’s version of Enchiladas Rojas. There is no one prototype for these enchiladas. With Mely as your guide, you’ll learn about common variations on the theme, from the ancho-based ones in Zacatecas to the spicier version from Huasteca. What all these variations have in common is a deeply flavorful, bright red sauce that cloaks tortillas stuffed with your choice of meat, beans or veggies. The version that Mely will demonstrate is her own personal favorite, the Enchiladas Placeras sold at the plaza in Morelia, Michoacán. Forget goopy refried beans and sad rice: these enchiladas are served with a colorful side dish of fried carrots and potatoes. You’ll learn why pre-frying your tortillas in a thin coating of your homemade adobo sauce is critical to the perfect texture and appearance of your finished dish. You’ll get guidance from Mely on how to choose peppers that deliver a spice level to suit your preference, whether that means opting for mild guajillo or punchier árbol. And you’ll learn Mely’s ingenious way to ensure that not a single drop of your adobo gets left behind. Finished with a crumble of cotija cheese or queso fresco, your homemade Enchiladas Rojas just might be better than anything you’ve had in a restaurant.

What’s on the Menu: Cashew Curry Lunu Miris (Chili Onion Sauce) Dhal Homemade White Curry Powder Cumin seeds and curry leaves fried in coconut oil. Versatile homemade curry powder. Rich cashews and coconut cream cut with bright lime juice. These are some of the flavors and smells of O Tama Carey’s home cuisine of Sri Lanka, and she’s here to welcome you in. The author of “Lanka Food” and owner of the restaurant “Lankan Filling Station” in Sydney, Australia, O Tama will start by teaching you to make your own curry powder, a unique “white” blend made with untoasted spices. Then, we’ll put that blend to good use in a cashew curry. This isn’t a curry with nuts scattered on as an afterthought: cashews are the star and they make this curry so satisfying that nobody will guess that it’s actually vegan. Then, she’ll make lunu miris, one of Sri Lanka’s most beloved sambols. It’s a complex combination of dried fish flakes, chilies, onion and spices, and once you’ve tried it, you’ll never want to be without this spicy, umami-rich condiment. To round out the meal, we’ll cook up a batch of shockingly delicious simple dhal, a dish that O Tama calls “a thing of beauty and comfort.” Using economical lentils and easy-to-find aromatics, dhal is home food at its very best. You’ll learn to make one that’s anything but dull with the addition of mustard seeds, turmeric and cinnamon. As we cook, you’ll learn about the geographical and historical forces that have shaped the food of Sri Lanka.

Autumn is a time of abundance and gratitude. This hands-on workshop will include a tea tasting of a nourishing and abundant herb, making infused honey and preparing the popular fall remedy fire cider. Join us in community and learn simple yet powerful holistic herbal preparations to care for yourself and those you love. Herbal Tea Infusion Tasting •Learn how to make an herbal tea infusion, how to taste an herbal tea and understand the different ways your body might respond. Infused Honey • Learn the medicinal properties of honey and how infusing herbs can make a simple & delicious home remedy. • Leave with a jar of infused honey. Fire Cider • Learn the history of fire cider, how to make it and why this simple preparation is helpful for cold & flue season. • Leave with a jar of Fire Cider + recipe card. The instructor for the workshop is Cindy Saylor. About Cindy: I’m a certified herbalist & nutritionist. I offer workshops, private consultations, herbal potions and work at a monthly free clinic. I believe we all benefit by remembering our connection to the natural world and plants help us make the connection. Learn more: https://everydayplantmagic.com/classes-workshops Follow Wild Willow Farms @everydayplantmagic at Instagram

Actor Laura Dern and her mother Diane Ladd have always shared a profession. But when Ladd was diagnosed with lung disease, the two started sharing so much more. Their new book is Honey, Baby, Mine.

The U.S. is out of the pandemic phase of COVID-19, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci. Plus, California residents who are members of federally recognized Native American tribes, will soon be eligible for a tuition-free college education at University of California schools. After, comments from a federal judge have put plans to end Title 42 – a controversial Trump-era asylum policy – in limbo. Meanwhile, San Diego is seeing a wave of no fault evictions. Which means some people are being evicted for no particular reason and with little notice. Then, more than a quarter of SDG&E customers are behind on their utility bills. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports the unpaid bills may be a consequence of inflation, and the lingering financial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Later, what little is known about long-COVID in children and teenagers suggests that it can be just as disabling as it is for adults. Finally, this Saturday, the San Diego Shakespeare Society and Write Out Loud present the 17th Annual Student Shakespeare Festival.

San Diego Wave FC forward Alex Morgan and defender Naomi Girma were among the 23 players selected for the U.S. team that will defend its title at the Women’s World Cup.

For more than two decades the convention has drawn people from all over the globe to celebrate Tiki culture.

Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando picks her favorite panels.

Are you passionate about beauty, lifestyle, and all things grammable? Join us at CosmeCon, a one-day beauty and empowerment summit on Saturday, September 10 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. This beauty-defined-by-you event offers attendees the opportunity to be inspired by empowering and influential women making their mark as women in business with a Q&A panel moderated by 93.3FM personality Geena the Latina. Offerings also include mirror affirmation crafts, champagne towers, a braid bar by JCPenny, face painting – and of course, Instagrammable moments for guests to engage with. The first 100 guests to arrive will receive swag bags filled with beauty products from Ulta, Sephora and more. All proceeds for CosmeCon will be donated to the Positive Movement Foundation, a local charity supporting every child to have equitable access to educational tools and opportunities to enable their success. Tickets are available for $10.

The 8th Annual Island Vibe Music Festival is a one-day event that incorporates musical performers from across the Pacific Islands including Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia. The event will also feature unique cultural dancers, a vendor village showcasing Islander–inspired merchandise, art, apparel and the taste of the Islands with mouth-watering foods. PLEASE NOTE: There is no direct parking available and recommend ride sharing or parking at places like liberty station, airport, or surrounding areas.