Category Archives: Food & Food News

Scotts Valley Beatles-themed Sunday brunch with Food Trucks A Go Go

Food Trucks A Go Go is hosting a Beatles Brunch on Sunday, Jan. 10 at Skypark in Scotts Valley. It’s the latest installment for the fun monthly food truck series that LaLi Kates of Aunt LaLi’s Mobile Cafe launched in … Continue reading

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Santa Cruz’s Food Lounge: three upcoming events

Santa Cruz’s Food Lounge at 1001 Center St. is hosting many upcoming events in the near future. Here are details for three in the next week; the dates are Jan. 8, Jan. 12 and Jan. 15. Friday, Jan 8: Food … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 8: New Leaf Community Markets gift basket

It’s Day Eight of Santa Cruz Restaurant Examiner/Santa Cruz Foodie’s “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway.” See end of article for how to win a sweet and savory holiday gift basket from New Leaf Community Markets. New Leaf Community Markets has … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 5: Farmer Freed culinary salts from Santa Cruz

It’s Day Five of Santa Cruz Restaurant Examiner/Santa Cruz Foodie’s “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway.” See end of article for how to win a Farmer Freed culinary salt three-jar set. Special note: it’s been brought to my attention that after … Continue reading

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Day 1: Pure Heart chocolate from Santa Cruz

Becky Potter started Pure Heart Chocolate in 2015 in Santa Cruz, and she is the first participant in the Santa Cruz Restaurant Examiner/Santa Cruz Foodie’s “12 Days of Christmas Giveaway.” That’s right: today is Day One of TWELVE DAYS of … Continue reading

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Vegetarian dishes perfect for the season, including Annie’s pumpkin mac & cheese

As we move through fall and approach the winter, many of us crave soups and other comforting dishes. Of course, homemade soup is hard to beat, but sometimes pulling one together can be tough for busy parents or those who … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving selections at Whole Foods Market in Capitola and Santa Cruz

As usual, the Santa Cruz and Capitola branches of Whole Foods Market have stocked up on lots of delicious Thanksgiving options. You can place your Thanksgiving orders in person or online — but remember the deadline for both is Tuesday, … Continue reading

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Pre-order Thanksgiving food in Santa Cruz county and Los Gatos

Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, and there are many stores, bakeries and caterers that can help you with prepared food options. These include New Leaf Community Market; see comprehensive article on their offerings  or visit store web site. ManresaBread is offering … Continue reading

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New Leaf Community Markets: Thanksgiving offerings & holiday-themed classes

Organic, Santa Cruz-based New Leaf Community Markets is offering lots of options for Thanksgiving Dinner. The store will be open until 2pm on Thanksgiving Day itself (Nov. 26) for any last- minute holiday needs. Also, they’ve added online ordering; you … Continue reading

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This weekend’s food and wine events in Santa Cruz

There are many food and wine events occurring this weekend in Santa Cruz county. Below are details for a few of them. Friday, Nov. 13: Food Lounge’s “Artisan Food Market” From 4-9 p.m., the Food Lounge is the site of … Continue reading

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