Category Archives: Restaurant News

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 12: Seabright Deli

Thank you, dear readers, for enthusiastically participating in my “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway” over the last few days; it’s been a joy to receive your emails and to reward those of you that won gift cards and other treats. … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 10: Kaito

Kaito is today’s partner for the “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway:” the prize is $60 in gift cards. Keep reading for how to enter. I fell in love with Kaito at its original Pleasure Point location on 41st Ave. I’m … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day Nine: Gayle’s Bakery & Rosticceria

The next “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway” prize is a $50 gift card from beloved Capitola institution Gayle’s Bakery and Rosticceria. Read below for how to win. Gayle’s Bakery is popular any time of year, and during the holidays it’s … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day Eight: Soif & La Posta

Soif Wine Bar & Merchants and La Posta Restaurant are today’s partners for the “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway:” the prize is a $50 gift card redeemable at either restaurant. Keep reading for how to enter. Owner Patrice Boyle, who … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day Six: Zameen Cuisine

Zameen Cuisine is today’s partner for the “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway” with a $50 gift card prize. Keep reading for how to enter. There are three locations to enjoy Zameen’s amazing food: The Point (851 41st Ave.) Open Tues-Sun … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day Four: Jack O’Neill Restaurant

Jack O’Neill Restaurant & Lounge at Dream Inn Santa Cruz is today’s partner for the “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway” with a $50 gift card prize. Keep reading for how to enter. Gus Trejo, who currently serves as executive chef … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day Three: Shadowbrook Restaurant

Capitola restaurant Shadowbrook has graciously donated a $75 gift card for Day 3 of my “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway.” Keep reading for how to enter. Serving local and tourist fans since 1947, Shadowbrook is an icon. Some of the … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day One: Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap in Santa Cruz

Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap on Capitola Road consistently serves happy customers with its Aloha spirit, so I thought it fitting for them to be the first participant in Santa Cruz Foodie’s “12 Days of Christmas Giveaways” with prizes from … Continue reading

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A little more time to catch Pacific Catch’s Endless Summer menu

Fabulous restaurant Pacific Catch, known for its sustainably sourced seafood and other delicious dishes, has a great ‘bonus menu’ going on through the end of October. “Endless Summer” features dishes like Ahi Poke Bombs, Pupu Platter, Korean Poke Bibimbap, and … Continue reading

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A few Bay Area Father’s Day meals

Need last-minute Father’s Day plans and want to venture outside Santa Cruz County? Here are a few choices, including ones in San Jose, with menu highlights. Happy Father’s Day weekend! Winner Winner Chicken (San Mateo)  Located in San Mateo’s Hillsdale … Continue reading

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