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Eat Drink or Die—the newest addition to the “or Die” online community that includes the popular comedy site Funny or Die—just launched last week, and already they've got videos and recipes…and video recipes…from some of L.A.’s bigger fish. Craft’s Tom Colicchio, Chateau Marmont’s Carolynn Spense, Table 8 and 8 oz.’s Govind Armstrong, TV's newest professional ballroom dancer Rocco Dispirito, and Animal’s Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo—who are nice enough to share some special “Wake and Bake” recipes.

The whole site has a noticeable L.A. slant. Among the slew of bloggers is the Barstool Gourmet, who recounts recent visits to Sona, Spago, Comme Ça, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse, Anisette, All’Angelo, and others.

The local angle (and the high celeb chef turnout) makes perfect sense: The site was co-founded by Brittany Lovett (who happens to be the wife of CAA President Richard Lovett) and Talia Lesac (who happens to be the wife of CAA agent Martin Lesak). All in all, there’s way too much star power to get into here. Check out all the high-profile cooking here.

There’s an in-depth study—nay, a scientific dissection—of the famed Apple Pan burger online today, courtesy of our friends at Serious Eats.

“…The burgers are quite unique in my experience, providing unmatched textural experiences and fascinating flavor profiles. The squishiness of the bun with its charred ring, the snap of the pickle, and the effervescent crunch of the lettuce all provide a splendid juxtaposition to the succulent, tender beef and the oozing cheddar.”

That’s some serious wordage for a diner burger. Anyone else hungry?? Read all about “the crispy deliciousness of the fries” and the “squishy buns whose outer circumference is emblazoned with a burnished ring” here.