Tag Archives: Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz’s Lifestyle Culinary Arts offers tasty Thanksgiving food to serve at home

  Lifestyle Culinary Arts chef/owner Andrea Mollenauer has announced her 2013 Thanksgiving menu, and she’s taking orders until Friday, Nov. 22. See below for menu highlights. Mollenauer is a graduate of Cabrillo College’s Culinary Arts program, and a talented chef. … Continue reading

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Event Santa Cruz offers food-themed dialogue plus restaurant walk

Hungry for a new type of community event? This one sounds intriguing: The November incarnation of monthly speaker series “Event Santa Cruz” has an edible theme.  On Nov. 20, 2013, attendees will hear seven special guests who make a difference … Continue reading

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A Taste of Santa Cruz 2013 features 30 restaurants, wineries and breweries

The 9th annual “A Taste of Santa Cruz,” at the Cocoanut Grove on Thursday, Nov. 14, features 30 participating restaurants, wineries, and breweries. The event runs from 5:30-9 p.m. and benefits first-time home buyers. Tickets are $40 in advance or … Continue reading

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More Halloween 2013 festivities in Santa Cruz & nearby, including Los Gatos

Here are more festivities to consider for Halloween 2013 in Santa Cruz, Aptos, and Los Gatos, including a wonderful-sounding anniversary party at Dio Deka. See Monday’s Halloween roundup for Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Monterey. Also check out some Halloween treat … Continue reading

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Restaurants & bars for Halloween 2013 in Santa Cruz and nearby, Part 1

Halloween is almost here, and there are some spooktacular celebrations occurring—including something for everyone, such as a kid-friendly atmosphere, a fancy prix fixe dinner, or options with dancing and a bar. Here are a few celebrations to consider for Halloween … Continue reading

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Santa Cruz’s Chaminade celebrates Oktoberfest with Beers, Brats, & Blues

In honor of Oktoberfest, Santa Cruz’s Chaminade Resort & Spa is hosting Beers, Brats & Blues on Sunday, Oct. 20 from 3–6 p.m. The all inclusive cost is $30 per person; you must be 21 years old to attend. Call … Continue reading

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Meet chefs from local restaurants at Eat Local First Festival in Aptos

You can meet chefs from local restaurants, as well as folks from farms, confectionaries, and creameries, at the first annual Eat Local First Festival at the Aptos Farmers Market. Think Local First Santa Cruz is hosting the food fair on … Continue reading

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Two nights left for Santa Cruz Restaurant Week 2013

The fifth annual Santa Cruz Restaurant Week ends on Oct. 9; you have two more nights to dine at more than 30 local restaurants offering three-course dinners for $25. Read details in my event preview and recap of my 2013 … Continue reading

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Pay $25 for 3 courses during Santa Cruz Restaurant Week at Hula’s

Santa Cruz restaurant Hula’s Island Grill & Tiki Room is participating in Santa Cruz Restaurant Week 2013, offering many tasty choices in its prix fixe $25 three-course menu. My family and I had a very good meal there earlier this … Continue reading

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Two family-friendly & delicious Santa Cruz benefits this weekend: Mole fest & Oktoberfest

There are many fun food-related activities this weekend in Santa Cruz, including two benefits that are family-friendly: the first annual Mole & Mariachi Festival Sat Oct 5, and Oktoberfest on Sunday, Oct 6. Below you’ll find details on both events. … Continue reading

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