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2015 Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off Results including top-rated Pleasure Pizza

Posted on February 24, 2015 by admin

Interested to learn who made the best soup at the 2015 Santa Cruz Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off after reading my preview article? Pleasure Pizza Eastside Eatery, led by Derek Rupp, was a big winner – he was awarded 1st place … Continue reading →

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2015 Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off and Festival

Posted on February 20, 2015 by admin

This Saturday is the 34th annual Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off and Festival at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The Feb. 21, 2015 chowder cook-off has free admission. If you want to eat chowder, tasting kits are $9 and include … Continue reading →

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

Posted on February 12, 2015 by admin

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

Posted on February 9, 2015 by admin

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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Valentine’s Day 2015: celebrating at SF and Oakland restaurants

Posted on February 7, 2015 by admin

We are one week away from Valentine’s Day 2015! If you’re planning to dine in San Francisco or Oakland for the occasion, here are a few restaurants to consider. SF A16 in San Francisco A16 is celebrating Valentine’s Day with … Continue reading →

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Discounts/events at Santa Cruz & Capitola New Leaf & Whole Foods

Posted on February 7, 2015 by admin

During February, there are a few upcoming events—plus some discounts ending soon—at New Leaf Community Markets and Whole Foods Market in Santa Cruz and Capitola. New Leaf: February 7-8, get 50% off select chocolate items (treat yourself or do early … Continue reading →

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

Posted on January 26, 2015 by admin

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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Saratoga Mountain Winery hosts three crab feed benefits with live music

Posted on January 23, 2015 by admin

The Mountain Winery in Saratoga is offering three Sunday crab feed benefits in January and February: January 25, Feb. 1, and Feb. 8. The cost is $75 for adults, $35 for kids 3-11, and free for kids under 3. Beverages … Continue reading →

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2015 Big Sur Foragers Festival Fungus Face Off Results

Posted on January 22, 2015 by admin

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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Santa Cruz chocolate festival with restaurants and vendors benefits UCSC scholarships

Posted on January 15, 2015 by admin

The 8th annual Santa Cruz Chocolate Festival on Sunday January 18, with lots of food and wine, benefits UCSC scholarships. The event is from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Cocoanut Grove by the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. The Santa Cruz … Continue reading →

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