Live discussion: It’s lunchtime with Jonathan Gold!

Los Angeles Times restaurant critic Jonathan Gold returns Wednesday for his weekly live chat, “Lunchtime With Mr. Gold.” Stop by at noon and bring your questions. He’ll answer as many of your dining queries as he can in half an hour.

Have a craving for Oaxacan food? Need a recommendation for pan-fried dumplings? Want to know where to find the best barbecue in the city? Need more culinary questions answered? Gold’s your man.

Jonathan Gold quizzes: Music | Carrots | Pasta | Asparagus | Flowers | Sandwich time

Come back here Wednesday at noon.

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