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Valentine’s Day & February events at Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz

Chaminade is a sweet spot to spend time with your sweetheart, with gorgeous views plus killer food and some of the most attentive and gracious staff around. And if you’ve only thought of the overnight accommodations for out of town … Continue reading

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Ashby Confections in Scotts Valley: First-class sweets for Valentine’s Day & beyond

Whether you have treats to buy for Valentine’s Day, or just want to treat yourself or someone else, Ashby Confections in Scotts Valley is a must-visit stop! Valentine’s Day goodies include a five-piece set of heart-shaped chocolates that are each … Continue reading

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Get a free burrito when you order tofu sofritas at Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill is offering a special promotion: anyone that orders vegan organic sofritas on Monday, Jan. 26, 2015 will get a free burrito during their next visit. How it works: order an item with sofritas (tofu) as the filling … Continue reading

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2015 Big Sur Foragers Festival Fungus Face Off Results

If you’re curious who won the Fungus Face Off at last weekend’s Big Sur Foragers Festival, I have the results. If you’re not familiar with the festival, it’s an annual weekend of gourmet food, first-rate wine and beer, entertainment, expert-led … Continue reading

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New Year’s Eve at Lark Creek restaurants, plus giveaway

A few restaurants operated by Lark Creek Restaurant Group are open on New Year’s Eve; highlights are below. Also, two more bits of news: 1) If you haven’t heard, a couple LCRG restaurants recently closed – Yankee Pier Larkspur and … Continue reading

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New Year’s Eve 2014-15: celebrating at SF and Oakland restaurants

It’s almost New Year’s Eve 2014-2015! If you’re planning to dine in San Francisco or Oakland for the occasion, here are a few restaurants to consider. San Francisco A16 Details: A16 is ringing in 2015 with a festive New Year’s … Continue reading

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Christmas 2014 highlights for San Francisco and Oakland restaurants

It’s almost Christmas 2014! If you’re planning to dine in San Francisco or Oakland for the occasion, here are a few restaurants to consider including ones that feature additional holiday events like special teas and brunches. A16 in San Francisco … Continue reading

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Santana Row Holiday Wine & Dine benefits Second Harvest Food Bank

Santana Row shops and restaurants are offering a fun holiday event over four Tuesdays in December, and you have two more opportunities before it’s over. The “Holiday Wine & Dine Around” is Dec. 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 6 … Continue reading

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December at Shadowbrook: Mexico Sundays, UCSC Women’s Club & Holy Cross benefit

Tuesday, Dec. 2 From November through April, Capitola restaurant Shadowbrook hosts a “Community Tuesday” series benefiting local non-profit organizations. The restaurant donates one-third of sales on selected nights; usually two or more non-profits share the evening. On Tuesday, Dec. 2, … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving 2014 restaurants and food options in San Francisco

It’s less than a week to Thanksgiving – if you’re planning to dine in San Francisco, here are a few restaurants to consider for Nov. 27, 2014. Also, Salumeria in the Mission is offering a take-out gourmet feast; order by … Continue reading

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