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California
Find the best restaurants, bars, coffee shops, ice cream, and more in California. We also have tags for many of the individual cities in the state, which you can browse here.
15 Destinations to Get Your Wine Fix on the Central Coast of California
An Embarrassment of Riches
Two items struck me: Stock brokers (wealth managers) are inviting clients to learn of the joys of cooking at home, and 2) The governor of California is seen cavorting with other officials including...
Butter
Looking for a backup butter recommendation. I have been using Straus, but avaiablity has been spotty recently here on the Central Coast. Any favorites that I should consider?
Apple Raspberry Crumb Pie at The Farm in Salinas
Maybe you've noticed the giant sculptures by John Cerney depicting workers in the fields on Hwy 68 driving out of Salinas just before you go over the river? That's The Farm, the grower and farmstan...
Catering by My Mom's Mole, Cuevas Express Foods & Mary's Fruit Tarts | Watsonville
The micro-entrepreneurs who get their start at El Pajaro CDC commercial kitchen incubator are dear to my heart. And my tummy. https://www.chowhound.com/post/micro-entrepreneurs-el-pajaro-cdc-commer...
La Michoacana Plus Paleteria | Salinas
Open for four months when I tried it in September, La Michoacana Plus is the latest ice cream parlor and paleteria to open in Salinas. Really colorful interior and good COVID-19 practices with soci...
Swanton strawberries in Davenport [moved from San Francisco board]
Last summer I picked (organic, of course) Swanton strawberries in Davenport -- have you been there? What's the best time to go? (Loved it.)
Grocery Outlet - November 2020
Another month, more deals at Grocery Outlet. Please share your finds! Here's what I spotted at the Salinas GO yesterday: Big selection of cheese, butter and other dairy products, and at that ...
Dungeness Crab season opening delayed till December 1, 2020
"The commercial Dungeness crab season in the central management area, which was scheduled to open Sunday, Nov. 15, will be delayed due to the presence of whales within fishing grounds and the poten...
Avatar Indian Grill in Salinas
When I read the Californian’s piece a few Thursdays ago about a new Indian place in town, I couldn’t get myself over to Avatar fast enough. The article said that Bhupender Singh was the chef/ow...
Salinas City Barbeque Opens in Salinas
For the last month, I've been watching progress on Salinas City Barbeque toward opening. The restaurant has taken over the former location of Smalley's RoundUp. I'd noticed the sign painting unde...
Etto Pastificio | Paso Robles
Just heard from a friend how much he's loving the dried pasta made by Etto Pastificio using American grains manufactured using traditional Italian bronze dies. It also sells fresh pasta, truffles a...
The Tri-Tipery in Ballico?
Recently The Tri-Tipery in Ballico was recommended to me for . . . yes, you guessed it . . . Tri-tip. First, I searched for a website, which clued me in to this being a fast-casual spot that serves...
Carnitas / Tacos / Pizza Hwy 140 Merced
If you find yourself trekking to Yosemite through Merced on Hwy 140 I recommend a few places along the way. Carnitas Barajas Hwy 140 Planada They have excellent carnitas and chicharron, but I ...
Santa Barbara: The Cheese Shop
C'est Cheese is gone, but in its place is now in the same location in Santa Barbara is The Cheese Shop. 837 Santa Barbara St, around the corner from the Santa Barbara Presidio, just down from West...
Grocery Outlet - October 2020
What are your finds this month at Grocery Outlet? Marina GO (Monterey Peninsula): Ben & Jerry's cold brew caramel latte ice cream, $1.99 - Finally, something worthwhile in the ice cream case at...
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Madonna Inn - Copper Cafe
If you are looking for lunch classics, can't miss stopping at the Madonna Inn south of San Luis Obispo on Highway 101 - and their Copper Cafe. Had a great BLT, stacked high with bacon and a fine ho...
I heard Santa Barbara has the best SEA URCHIN (UNI) - true?
Is that true? Even better than Japan? Uni sushi is my favorite sushi. I'm in LA, so if Santa Barbara has amazing uni, then I would love to explore. Thanks in advance!
Ad Astra Bread Company | Other Brother Beer Co - Seaside
So I've just learned that Ron Mendoza has been giving away his test batches of bread this week of the soon to open Ad Astra Bread Company located inside Other Brother Beer Company brewery. However,...
Enzo’s Table
Friend asking me about the quality of Enzo’s flavored olive oils, as well as balsamic vinegars before ordering. Said I’d query CH. Opinions much appreciated.
Potica @ Blossom's Farmstore & Coffeeshop, Corralitos
On the hottest Sunday in August, I had an initial visit to Blossom's Farmstore in Corralitos after shopping at the farmers market. Thanks to Carl for the recommendation! https://www.chowhound.com/p...