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Building Friendships at Kaleidoscope Coffee…Travel around the world and you will find something universal: The local coffee shop is the living room of any city. It is the heart ofRead More

January 2025 Recipe…Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion, this classic clam chowder is a comforting dish that comes together with simple pantry staples. Serve it with (orRead More

Pecan & Kale Salad…he New Year is a time for healthy resolutions, fresh beginnings, and, let’s face it, a collective groan at the thought of saying goodbye to holiday feasts.Read More

Slice and Bake Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies…Add some extra joy to the holiday season with this simple cookie recipe. These slice-and-bake shortbread cookies are buttery, full of little chocolate chunksRead More

Why Your Stuffing Shouldn’t Be Fancier Than Your Turkey…For many of us, the traditional Christmas feast is a repeat of our Thanksgiving meal: turkey with all the fixings. And I,Read More

November 2024 Recipe…As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a steaming bowl of soup to warm your soul. Fall is a wonderfulRead More

The Ultimate Mashed Potato Recipe…Ah, mashed potatoes. The unsung hero of the Thanksgiving dinner table. The creamy comfort food, smothered with gravy, has always been my favorite part of theRead More

Cuisine From Around the World Grows in Redding…“We want local people to have an opportunity to see if what they have in their minds and hearts can become something bigger.Read More

Redding Native and Commis, Bradley Waddle…hile Bradley Waddle can laugh that most of us don’t watch the Olympics and think we can accomplish what we see, it didn’t stop himRead More

Creamy Chicken and Rice Casserole… From humble beginnings, the casserole is having its moment of prominence … again. No matter what you call it – casserole, hot dish, covered dishRead More

The Heart of Dunsmuir’s Knead Micro Bakery…For Julia Simon and Adam Norvell, real-life partners and co-owners and operators of the Knead Micro Bakery in Dunsmuir, home is truly where theRead More

Tiny Tacos Go Big Time…When you think of tacos, do your thoughts immediately go to popular fast-food chains that offer cardboard-flavored shells loaded with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese and aRead More

Whiskeytown Lake Harvest Festival Celebrates NorCal Heritage and Historic Fall Foods…Whiskeytown Lake is once again hosting its biggest event of the year, the Harvest Festival, on September 21. From 10am-2pm,Read More

August 2024 Recipe…Whether you’re hosting a backyard party or a laid-back dinner, this classic shrimp boil recipe is sure to impress with its blend of spices and mouth-watering ingredients. GrabRead More

Make your Own Trail Mix…If you’re a nature lover, Redding is for you. We are smack dab in the middle of one of America’s greatest regions for outdoor activity –Read More

Hops in Humboldt Celebrates 20 Years…Hops in Humboldt is celebrating its 20th anniversary at the end of this summer, giving beer lovers (and their sober drivers) the chance to eat,Read More

July 2024 Recipe…One of Dill’s Deli’s most cherished offerings is the Pulled Pork Sandwich, a savory masterpiece that embodies their commitment to quality and taste. It begins with a house-madeRead More

Hot Dog Burnt Ends…Have you ever stopped to wonder how and why hot dogs became the unofficial meal for the Fourth of July? Why do we eat German sausages onRead More

June 2024 Recipe…Celebrate the beginning of summer with these S’mores Crispy Rice Treats! This fun treat is a twist on the classic summer s’more we all know and love, exceptRead More

Pickled Rose Petals…In the vast expanse of culinary arts, edible flowers have blossomed into a trend that’s as visually stunning as it is tantalizing to the taste buds. These naturalRead More