Looking for the perfect croissant? It's in Ojai

This week's recommendations include the entire bakery case and the fried quail with naan from the Dutchess restaurant in Ojai.
Jenn Harris • Los Angeles Times • September 26, 2022
Here’s where to eat — and what to order — right now. The entire bakery case at the Dutchess Just after 7 a.m. on a recent Sunday morning, a line wrapped around the bakery counter at the Dutchess. On display at the Ojai restaurant and bakery were...
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