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Santa Cruz & Monterey food & wine events this weekend

There are many food and wine events occurring this weekend in Santa Cruz and Monterey. Below are details for three programs on Saturday and/or Sunday, June 7-8, 2014. Other events include: First Friday Santa Cruz — See firstfridaysantacruz.com for exhibits, … Continue reading

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Santa Cruz and Monterey County food & wine events this weekend

There are many food and wine events occurring this weekend in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties, from May 16-18, 2014. Here are a few highlights. Greek food fair in Santa Cruz May 16-18 The 8th annual Eat Like A Greek! … Continue reading

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Santa Cruz & Monterey County food & wine events this weekend

There are many food and wine events occurring this weekend in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties, beginning Thurs. April 10, 2014. Here are a few highlights. 7th Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Fest April 10-13 The four-day culinary extravaganza … Continue reading

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Felton’s Hallcrest Winery has Valentine’s weekend dessert & wine pairing

  Hallcrest Winery in Felton is celebrating Valentine’s Day all weekend by hosting a Pinot Noir tasting with cheese and homemade chocolate desserts Friday-Sunday afternoons, with a live music bonus on Saturday. Wine Proprietor John Schumacher has chosen his favorite Santa Lucia … Continue reading

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Special Santa Cruz film, food & wine event includes Assembly, Vinocruz, and The Del Mar

There is a fabulous collaborative event in the Santa Cruz community next week; tickets are selling fast for this “Spinning Plates” evening of film, food, and wine. As you may recall from my article earlier this month, the team behind … 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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Tickets available for Friday’s debut Pino Alto Farm to Table Dinner in Aptos

As of Tuesday Oct. 29, there were still tickets available for the Nov. 1, 2013 Farm to Table Dinner at Pino Alto at Cabrillo College. Executive Chef Beverlie Terra, who was with Santa Cruz’s Chaminade Resort for more than 20 … Continue reading

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Restaurant chefs, wineries, and more participate in San Benito Olive Festival

It’s time for the first annual San Benito Olive Festival, Saturday Oct. 19 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The event takes place at the historic Paicines Ranch about 12 miles south of Hollister.  Attendees can enjoy olive oils, wines, chocolates, dried … Continue reading

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Great 2013 Gourmet Grazing festival raised money for Santa Cruz Cancer Benefit Group

The annual Gourmet Grazing on the Green features a wonderful atmosphere, amazing food, and lots of delicious wine and beer. The 10th annual Gourmet Grazing, a sell-out, was held Saturday Sept 21, 2013 and raised important funds for the Santa … Continue reading

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Family-friendly A Taste of Soquel: Restaurants, wineries benefit Second Harvest Food Bank

The fifth annual “A Taste of Soquel,” with delicious food from local restaurants plus local beer and wine, will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. The event is Saturday September 28 from 11a.m.-4p.m. at the Congregational Church of Soquel (the Church … Continue reading

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