Food & Drink
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42Soquel Favorite Carpo’s Celebrates 40th anniversary
Fresh seafood and classic American favorites keep locals coming through the doors
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92Better-Late-Than-Never Dungeness Crabs Arrive at Staff of Life
Staff of Life lands live crabs directly from crabbers
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709Do Some Good With Sculpterra Winery’s Héroe Viognier 2019
Kick off the new year with a wine honoring vineyard workers
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740At Garden Deli, They Know You By Name—Or By Your Sandwich
Family-run business has made locally renowned sandwiches and salads for almost 50 years
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790Colectivo Felix Partners with Great Plates to Bring Seniors Delicious Meals
Plus, Pizzeria Avanti asks for community support amid pandemic
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1.1KThe Delightful 2019 Bates Ranch Rosé of Grenache
Sandar & Hem is a fairly new winery turning out notable wines
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1.1KPono Kitchen Brings Authentic Island Cuisine to Santa Cruz
Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap offers traditional poke bowls served four ways
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1.1K1Pantry Pro Tips for Stepping Into a Tasty New Year
Stock these essential pantry items for quick dinners
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1.5K4Vote Now: Best Of Santa Cruz 2021
Cast your online ballot now for your favorite local businesses
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1.1KScheid Vineyards’ Bright and Lively Chardonnay 2018
This Chardonnay is a hit with its fruit-driven core of pineapple, pear and citrus
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1.2K1Aptos St. BBQ Does Cali-Style Smoking, Low and Slow
Aptos St. BBQ roasts and smokes all of their own meats
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1.1K4Recalling the Best Santa Cruz Takeout Meals of a Hard Year
There were wonderful dishes and good memories shared this year
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1.2KMiches and Ceviches Grows From Humble, Online Beginnings
Food trailer serves Mexican seafood dishes and unique michelada mix
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1.2KLoma Prieta Winery’s Blanc de Noirs Sparkling Pinotage 2015
Loma Prieta knows a thing or two about Pinotage
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1.1KAmazon Juices Keeps It Fresh and Friendly in Pleasure Point
Flagship offering is the super-popular acai bowl
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1.1KToasting the Year’s End with Takeout Libations and Special Treats
Plus, treats galore for food lovers at Two Birds Books
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1.0KAllegretto Wines’ Crisp and Full-Bodied White Trio 2018
Allegretto Vineyard Resort offers beautiful wines and outstanding hospitality
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1.2KThe Coastal-Casual Ambiance of Pixie Deli in Aptos
Custom-made breakfast burritos and other dishes highlight local ingredients
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1.1K1Oswald Chef Damani Thomas Serves Up Sophisticated Comfort Food
Consistently wonderful Oswald team creates expert, innovative dishes
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1.3KOwners of La Perla in Watsonville Living Their ‘American Dream’
Couple launched La Perla to highlight their love of their native cuisine
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1.0KBeauregard Vineyards’ Satisfying and Punchy Pinot Noir 2018
This special wine is fit to serve with your festive holiday dinner
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1.1KZameen Takes Its Mediterranean Fusion Cuisine to Watsonville
Co-owner Ed Watson talks about the restaurant’s origins and unique menu
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1.1KThe Glorious Takeout Menu from Tapas-Driven Barceloneta
Barceloneta’s signature Ibiza Hippie Salad is a thrilling bounty of flavors
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1.0KClos LaChance Winery’s Excellent Chardonnay 2018
Clos LaChance Winery makes a lush, bright Chardonnay
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1.0KHow Pacific Thai Stays at the Forefront of Food Trends
Downtown spot was among first Thai restaurants locally to serve Thai tea with boba
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892The Trials of Opening a Business During a Pandemic
Greater Purpose Brewing opens its doors on East Cliff
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1.0KVenus Spirits Cocktails and Kitchen’s Stylish Outdoor Dining
Venus Kitchen offers a playful menu and great service
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1.1KThe Refreshing Picpoul Blanc 2018 from Sarah’s Vineyard
Picpoul Blanc has a bounty of bright flavors
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1.0K1New Wharf Spot Makai Makes Island-Influenced Cuisine and Drinks
Makai owner dishes on barbeque pork sliders, classic tiki drinks, and more
