Eating al fresco, wild salmon, Indian vegetarian, peaches

The City of Santa Monica has made it easier for restaurants to return to business by accommodating outdoor seating in parking zones. A new documentary focuses on the threat to the last fully intact salmon run on earth. Inspired by a visit to India, a Great British Bake Off alum has tips on cooking eggplant. Plus, a Fairfax District bakery with a 100-year-old sourdough starter struggles to keep the doors open.