Food & Drink

Melded and Melted

At Originals Pizza in Soquel, chef Israel Arroyo fuses Mexican flavors with Italian tradition, creating bold, unexpected pies that stand out.

Hunger Gaming

The Santa Cruz Warriors and Second Harvest Food Bank team up to tackle food insecurity while new vegan dining events and local happenings add flavor to the Santa Cruz scene.

Succession Success

Sisters Melia and Lilly Spooner carry forward their grandmother’s legacy at Alta Organic Coffee, the beloved Westside Santa Cruz café known for small-batch organic roasting and a no-wi-fi community vibe.

Indian Spices

At LXV Wines in downtown Paso Robles, owners Neeta and Kunal Mittal pair bold Central Coast wines with Indian spice blends for a tasting experience unlike any other.

Bun Voyage

Santa Cruz Burger Week brings standout burgers across the city, including a beautifully simple grassfed burger at Gabriella Café—plus wine industry shakeups and new local deals.

Crudo & Creative

Owner and chef Jun Park blends traditional sushi with modern creativity at Sushi Qu, a Watsonville favorite known for fresh fish and imaginative rolls.

Za Za Boom

Wood-fired sourdough pies, pickle-topped pepperoni, and hot honey magic: Pogonip Pizza lands on the Westside as Burger Week and local food culture collide.

Food and Brews

Elevated pub fare, 20 beers on tap and a dog-friendly patio make Laughing Monk Brewing a Scotts Valley standout. Meet the gastropub that’s redefining comfort food.

Wine Resort

Stepping into the Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles is a breathtaking experience. This world-class resort offers an unparalleled touch of luxury with its...

Juxtapose & Jolt

Moss Landing’s Power Plant amps up its artisan menu with caprese avocado toasts, rock cod tacos and smash burgers—all served in a lush, light-filled space.

Slam Dunk

Alley Oop finally opens in downtown Santa Cruz with date-night energy and chef-driven plates, as SF Beer Week and local breweries raise the bar across the county.

Mad Drip

Pearl’s stunning cocktails anchor this week’s Dining column, with Valentine’s sips, floating feasts, and local Good Food Awards finalists rounding out the menu.
Good Times E-edition Good Times E-edition
spot_img
17,623FansLike
8,845FollowersFollow