Food & Drink

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.

Mangia Market

New York–Italian style sandwiches, fresh handmade pasta, and curated Italian specialties make La Bottega del Lago a welcome new addition to Live Oak.

Hidden Gem

“A hidden gem boutique winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains” is how owners Joshua and Sarah Stewman describe their winery in Ben Lomond –...
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