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Dr. Andrew Weil’s True Food Kitchen at Santa Monica Place Debuts New Fall Menu

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Just as the seasons change, so does the menu at True Food Kitchen in Santa Monica Place. New fall items debuted October 4, 2011 to reflect autumn’s produce at the healthy hot spot in Santa Monica.

“As the seasons change, so do the best local ingredients,” said Executive Chef, Michael Stebner. “At True Food Kitchen, we thrive on providing our diners with a wide variety of locally sourced dishes with Asian and Mediterranean influences. This fall, we are excited to work with seasonal, local produce like kale, Brussels sprouts and apples.”

Here are just a few new small bite menu items at True Food Kitchen: Thai Shrimp Dumplings with Basil, Mint, Jalapeno, Roasted Beet & Mozzarella Agrodolce with Pistachio, Arugula, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Gluten-free Harvest Chopped Salad with Squash, Apple, Pomegranate, Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Vegan Organic Tomato & Roasted Kale Pizza with Caramelized Onion & Garlic.

Fall entrées include Red Chili Shrimp with Sesame Noodles, Choy Sum, Red Spinach & Shitake Mushrooms, Gluten-free Pan Seared Sea Bass with Brussels Sprouts, Purple Potato, Mushrooms & Umami, Vegetarian Squash & Ricotta Ravioli with Kale, Maitake Mushroom Soy Broth and Roasted Chicken with Farro, Brussels Sprouts, Cranberry & Walnuts.

Just in time for the holidays, True Food Kitchen also introduces an array of new wholesome desserts including Apple Crisp with Pecan Maple Ice Cream and Squash Pie with Coconut Whipped Cream will be offered in addition to seasonal sorbets and signature desserts such as the Dairy Free Organic Chocolate Pudding.

Healthy eating for kids is available at True Food Kitchen as well, the most finicky eater will happily want an Almond Butter, Apple & Banana Sandwich or the simple Grilled Chicken served with Farro & Apples.

True Food Kitchen is open seven days a week.  Reservations are available for parties of 8 or more, with take-out service as well.  Three-hours free valet parking is available on 2nd Street near the restaurant entrance.  True Food Kitchen is located at Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 172, Santa Monica, CA 90401.  For more information, call (310) 593-8300 or visit www.truefoodkitchen.com.

Read our article on Dr. Andrew Weil’s True Food Kitchen here!

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