From 1902 to 1917, the Los Angeles Times sponsored cooking contests. As
a result, they published a series of winning recipes. The recipes were
local to Southern California, including Old-Time California, Spanish and
Mexican Dishes...Recipes of Famous Pioneer Spanish Settlers. With
Hispanic influences, the book contains reciptes such as: Alligator Pear
Salad, Chili Con Carne, Enchiladas, Spanish Rice, Frijoles, Albondigas,
Chiles Rellenos and Tamale Pie. Much of the ingredients come from
California. Listed as on of the one hundred best books on California
cooking.