Our dining experiences shifted dramatically when the COVID-19 pandemic upended our daily routines. Since then, many of us have been inspired to channel our creativity in the kitchen. Here at AAA, we asked our restaurant critics to share a recipe—one that brings them comfort—from a favorite eatery.
Pizzeria Mozza's Potato, Egg, and Bacon Pizza
641 N. Highland Avenue, Los Angeles; pizzeriamozza.com

Pizzeria Mozza's Potato, Egg, and Bacon Pizza
Otoño's Pan con Tomate
5715 N. Figueroa Street, Highland Park; otonorestaurant.com

Otoño's Pan con Tomate
Via Maestra 42's Risotto ai Funghi Porcini
3343 State Street, Santa Barbara; viamaestra42.com

Via Maestra 42's Risotto ai Funghi Porcini
The Quarter Creole Cuisine's Creole Seafood Filé Gumbo
201 N. Indian Hill Boulevard, Claremont; thequartercreole.com

The Quarter Creole Cuisine's Creole Seafood Filé Gumbo
Adya's Grilled Cauliflower Steak With Cilantro Sauce
440 S. Anaheim Boulevard, Unit 201, Anaheim; adyaoc.com

Adya's Grilled Cauliflower Steak With Cilantro Sauce
Golden Chopsticks's Salt-and-Pepper Chicken Wings
1430 E. Plaza Boulevard, National City; goldenchopsticksnc.com

Golden Chopsticks' Salt-and-Pepper Chicken Wings
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