Santa Cruz Aleworks A tantalizing smoky smell was carried by the breeze through the brewing room’s open door, drawing me zombie-like toward...
The popularity of old world yogurt is surging, and it’s easy to make at home Yogurt is a product of the ages....
There’s always an upbeat vibe going at MJA’s tasting room on the Westside. On a recent visit, the very sociable owner Marin...
Pinot Noir 2009—A Wine to Dance To At the Pinot Paradise event back in March, I tasted some very good Pinots from...
Pono Hawaiian Grill rolls out Hawaiian-style weekend brunch Goodness, righteousness, virtuousness and fairness are some of the four-score English words that attempt...
Souzão 2009 As one of the judges for the Dare to Pair event, held last month at Surf City Vintners, I happily...
Casa Nostra rolls out traditional Italian fare under the redwoods of Ben Lomond A trio of restaurateurs with backgrounds at local favorites...
What’s happening on the local scene Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing’s New Casinos IPA BeerSanta Cruz Mountain Brewing has just launched its latest...
Former owner of Wharf Bait Shop makes a splash with Felton Italian deli The students at San Lorenzo Valley High School may...
I was recently encouraged to try the all-you-can eat weekend brunch buffet at Mollie’s Country Kitchen in Scotts Valley. It’s a farmhouse-style...
Syrah 2006—A Well-versedWine and Poetry Lover’s Dream Poetic Cellars makes the most romantic wines. With a verse or two of beautiful poetry...
Eastside venue wins points for its imaginative menu, stellar service and welcoming atmosphere Süda is a happening place. As my friend Jan...
Chenin Blanc + Viognier 2012 On a recent trip to Palm Springs, I came across Pine Ridge Vineyards’ Chenin Blanc + Viognier...
An extensive repertoire of German favorites brings us back to Tyrolean Inn When my daughter returns to Santa Cruz from her new...
Chardonnay 2011 It’s nice to get out of Dodge, as they say, and indulge in completely different surroundings—even if it’s just an...
It’s time to dive into the healthy array of local salad buffets Here in Santa Cruz County, we are privileged to have...
A wine to try in Napa: Sauvignon Blanc 2011 My stepdaughter and her husband, Julie and Chris, live in Walnut Creek, and...
Lunchtime at Mama Mia’s brings tasteful twists to the classics For more than 25 years Mama Mia’s has been delighting San Lorenzo...
Sauvignon Blanc 2011 Looking for a lively Sauvignon Blanc that will pair well with a wide array of foods? Then Husch Vineyards’...
Chef and owner Gaetano Balsamo infuses Capitola’s Bella Roma Caffe with authentic flair Bella Roma Caffe is a very sweet spot to...
Pebble Beach Food & Wine FestivalThe Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival is a glorious extravaganza of the finest foods and wines...
Tasty recipes and charming service are customary at the Panda Inn For 30 years, the Panda Inn has served specialties of Northern...
Three large blackboards showcase the surprisingly large menu, which ranges from freshly juiced fruits and vegetables, bagels, and breakfast burritos, to soups,...
Pinot Noir 2009 One of my favorite wine-related events of the year is Pinot Paradise, which takes place every March at Villa...
Pizzeria Avanti fires up its new oven for a taste of New York Although Ristorante Avanti moved to another location on the...
As Santa Cruz emerges from its wintry slumber, the sights, sounds and sumptuous flavors of our vibrant home come alive with the...
Revered Central Coast culinary portal offers one-of-a-kind dining experience
Santa Cruz’s Maya Salsedo planted the seed for Food Justice and wound up harvesting an award-winning manifesto to boot. Now, her story...
The best-selling author and super food-and-ag champion opens up about the fate of the Farm Bill, GMOs and why big business and...
Hearty platefuls of creative Italian fare continue to fuel the success of Café Mare
