Food + Dining

A Taste of Spain

The Clandestino Offers Wine, Tapas and Connection… My philosophy of business is very easy. I don’t want to just sell wine. I want to sell an experience,” explains Nicolas TenaRead More
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What’s Cookin – Maple Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole

November 2025 Recipe… This dish takes humble sweet potatoes and elevates them with warm spices, a hint of maple and a crunchy pecan topping. It’s perfect for fall dinners orRead More
Food + Dining

On the Menu Breakfast of Champions

The Easiest, Most Versatile, Breakfast Casserole Ever… When November rolls around, many of us start thinking about holiday gatherings, family visits and mornings when a houseful of relatives needs toRead More
Food + Dining

Sacred Sweetness

AhHome Chocolate Builds Community in Weaverville… Om” (pronounced “aum”) is the sacred syllable in Hinduism and other ancient religions which symbolizes the connection with the world. And “A ho” isRead More
Food + Dining

What’s Cookin – Pumpkin Bread

October 2025 Recipe – Pumpkin Bread… This moist Pumpkin Bread is the perfect blend of sweet spices and tender pumpkin flavor—soft, comforting and ideal for fall (or any time you crave cozyRead More
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On the Menu – Monster Balls

No-Bake Fun: A Fall Treat Kids Will Love to Make… October weekends are made for slowing down—cooler mornings, a break from school-week routines, getting ready for Halloween festivities. For parents lookingRead More
Food + Dining

World Class Eats

Ortega’s Restaurant in Palo Cedro… Have you ever had a bite of food so divine you were instantly rendered silent as your eyes slowly closed in a moment of savoryRead More
Food + Dining

Fifty Flippin’ Fabulous from Grill to Glory

Bartels Giant Burger Celebrates 50 Years… In 1975, Dennis and Carole Bartel opened a burger stand on Bechelli Lane in Redding with a simple mission: serve a really good, old-fashionedRead More
Food + Dining, Life + Leisure

Preserving the Moment

Jenny Gomes Inspires New Canners… There’s something magical about Jennifer Gomes. She manages to be both modern and classic all at the same time. She’s a youthful, busy mom, whoRead More
Food + Dining, Life + Leisure

Abundance

Papa Citrus Finds Success in Oroville Soil… When Chelsea and Leland Papa sold the Oroville home where they had spent five years living while doing a complete renovation, they wereRead More
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What’s Cookin’ – Cinnamon Swirl Pie Crust Cookies

September 2025 Recipe… Flaky pie crust and sticky cinnamon sugar combine to make these irresistible cookies. These pie crust cookies are full of satisfying texture and visual detail, and areRead More
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Oh, Honey

In Honor of National Honey Month, Here Are a Few Sweet Facts About This Golden Treat…. A Long, Long Time AgoDue to its low moisture content and high sugar content,Read More
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Pacific Gold

Halibut Cheeks with Garlic Butter & Thyme… In small fishing communities that dot the Northern California coastline – from Bodega Bay to Crescent City – a not-so-secret treasure has longRead More
Food + Dining

Whats Cookin’ – Grilled Peaches with Mascarpone & Vanilla Ice Cream

August 2025 Recipe… Grilled peaches are summer’s easiest indulgence—caramelized, juicy, and packed with flavor. Top them with honeyed mascarpone and vanilla ice cream for a simple yet stunning dessert thatRead More
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Flavors of the Islands

Grilled Coconut Pineapple Hawaiian Chicken Skewers… A certain magic happens when sweet tropical fruit meets savory grilled meat – especially when kissed by fire. As the days and nights getRead More
Food + Dining

A Taste of Something Good

Chef Travis Hickey brings big flavors to McArthur…. Travis Hickey, the 49-year-old chef and co-owner at Crumbs restaurant in McArthur, was about five years into his culinary career when heRead More
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Happiest Hour

Becky Hayslett and Aaron Galwey Pour with Purpose through Barplicity… Got a significant event coming up? Planning a Halloween party or a baby shower or a big wedding reception? Lots toRead More
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Just Peachy…

Fun Facts to Celebrate National Peach Month… 4000 Years: Peaches are native to China. They’ve been cultivated there for over 4,000 years and were considered a symbol of immortality and friendship.Read More
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What’s Cookin’ – Mixed Berry Shortcakes

July 2025 Recipe… Sweet old-fashioned shortcakes, fresh berries and homemade whipped cream make for a perfect summer treat. This mixed berry shortcake recipe is easy to make and uses simpleRead More
Food + Dining

Tip Top

Well-Seasoned and Tasty Grilled Tri-Tip… It’s not every day that a piece of meat goes from butcher’s castoff to backyard royalty. But tri-tip, that humble wedge of beef from theRead More