Mélisse in Santa Monica celebrates its 25th anniversary at a tough time for restaurants. Why has it lasted for so long? Chef Josiah Citrin’s ability to adapt, for one. Especially in the last three or ...

“Making La Grande Boucherie” is a documentary film, directed by Ben Digiacomo, that chronicles the architectural resurrection of 6½ Avenue in New York into an authentic French brasserie from the ’20s.

When it comes to French food, we thought we’d seen it all. In fact, after years of seeming all but synonymous with fine dining, French restaurants have begun to feel a little … passé. But chef Rob ...