Intimately involved with food throughout her entire life, Kae Bailes was born and raised in northeastern Thailand before moving to Santa Cruz 22 years...
Silver Mountain’s Alloy, a Cabernet-dominant Bordeaux-style blend is one of my favorites with its smooth medium tannins, and dark-fruit notes of blackberry and plum.
I had just opened a bottle of Sonnet Cellars Pinot Noir when my neighbor came over for a quick visit. I poured him a glass of this terrific wine and he lingered for another pour, eventually departing with a hefty glass!
At San Marcos Charquito, traditional favorites are as authentic as it gets north of the border. Lupita’s quesadilla is one headliner; tortas and burritos are also hits, with fish, shrimp and al pastor tacos on handmade tortillas.
Last week the California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced the statewide commercial opener of the upcoming Dungeness crab season has been delayed until at least Jan. 1, 2026.
Tannat originated in the Basque region of southwestern France. It has high tannins, full body and rich flavors that range from blackcurrant to licorice and smoked meat.
