Spotted: primo cocktails in Fresno and consistently delicious food (with an Italian flare). The Annex Kitchen, located in the old Pardini's cafe on Van Ness and Shaw, opened about eight months ago and … [Read more...] about Try These Cocktails at The Annex Kitchen
Archives for February 2016
Pic of the Week Winner
This week the $25.00 gift card goes to Jason Lopez for his picture Want to know how they did it? Read this post! 21 new photos made this weeks contest! Make sure you head over to album and … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner
Every Neighborhood Partnership: Providing support to Valley school children
They say it takes a village to raise a child. One local non-profit is proving that it may only take a neighborhood...so long as you've got passionate people involved. Partnering volunteers from … [Read more...] about Every Neighborhood Partnership: Providing support to Valley school children
Eat Local: El Ranchito Bakery
I've noticed something over all my years of being alive-food unites people. I use to think it was just my family, however, I realize that it's not. Whenever I'd go visit my grandparents when I was … [Read more...] about Eat Local: El Ranchito Bakery
Treat Yourself to Tasty Musical Fun at Roger Rockas’
One of the things I love most about Fresno is the fact that there is great musical theater to be enjoyed here. I mean, “Phantom of the Opera” is coming to the Saroyan in October! Swoon! But I think. I … [Read more...] about Treat Yourself to Tasty Musical Fun at Roger Rockas’
Fresno’s Healthy Meal Prep Options: More affordable than you’d guess!
If you're a busy person, like most of us tend to be in this fast-paced, technology-rich age, chances are you've tried meal prepping or at least know several people who have. Meal prepping is the … [Read more...] about Fresno’s Healthy Meal Prep Options: More affordable than you’d guess!
Fresno Fitness: Re-Invent Juicery
After a weekend away in Minnesota, stuck in the snow, unable to work-out, today’s lunch at Re-Invent Juicery was just what the doctor ordered! It was lunch time and I was really craving something that … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Re-Invent Juicery
Book Review: The Siren
Editors Note: What's This? Are we a book review website now? Well no. We're still doing all the great things you've come to love about FresYes. However, this is the 2nd book review from Emma. She's … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Siren
New location, same purpose: Lanna Coffee moves downtown
For the past four years, Fresno-based Lanna Coffee Co. has been serving up a caffeine fix with a purpose -- to support economic stability in the villages on northern Thailand where its beans are … [Read more...] about New location, same purpose: Lanna Coffee moves downtown
Pic of the Week
This week the $25.00 gift card goes to Jeffrey Quinonez for his picture Want to know how they did it? Read this post! 46 new photos made this weeks contest! Make sure you head over to album … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week
Local Art Gallery: Fresno Art Hub
Last month I ordered some goodies from Drop Box Bakery. Drop Box Bakery is similar to that of a CSA basket. (Where you subscribe to a local farm co-op type place and get a basket of in-season fruits … [Read more...] about Local Art Gallery: Fresno Art Hub
Panoramic Financial Helps Younger Generation Plan Futures
If I told you that you’re about to read a blog about financial planning, investing and retirement, would your eyes glaze over? Would you click out of this page? How old are you? Have you thought about … [Read more...] about Panoramic Financial Helps Younger Generation Plan Futures
Fergie’s Freestyle Dance Studio Opening Soon (and offering free lessons!)
As a former dance kiddo myself, I am happy to hear of the opening of a new, local place for people of all ages to learn to dance and enjoy the discipline, flexibility, exercise and camaraderie that … [Read more...] about Fergie’s Freestyle Dance Studio Opening Soon (and offering free lessons!)
28951 Spring Valley Rd. Tollhouse
To say the word Romanticism is to say modern art - that is, intimacy, spirituality, color, aspiration towards the infinite, expressed by every means available to the arts. — Charles … [Read more...] about 28951 Spring Valley Rd. Tollhouse
Fresno High’s cheer squad is headed to nationals
There's a whole lot of cheering going on at Fresno High School. The school's first-ever competition cheer squad has landed a spot at nationals. And now they need the community to do a little 'Go, … [Read more...] about Fresno High’s cheer squad is headed to nationals
Pic of the Week Contest (voting ends 2/19)
Here are the 23 entries for this week's Pic of the Week Contest! Check them all out in Facebook. Which one is your favorite? At the end of the week the one with the most ‘LIKES’ wins … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Contest (voting ends 2/19)
Act Local: Shine! Theatre
A fond memory I have of elementary school was that we had the Arts incorporated into our daily school activities. We would paint, sculpt, sing, dance, and even listen to our teacher play the piano or … [Read more...] about Act Local: Shine! Theatre
Eat Local: ‘Sequoia Sandwich Company’ Does Sandwiches Right
Here at FresYes, we talk a lot about new and exciting restaurants and businesses. But every once in a while (or maybe, really, more than once in a while), we should take the time to appreciate the … [Read more...] about Eat Local: ‘Sequoia Sandwich Company’ Does Sandwiches Right
Ooh La La: the local clothing store more women should be shopping
Women of Fresno: think quickly - where do you shop for clothing for yourself most frequently? Do you have an established pattern of standby places you always go to first when you need a new pair of … [Read more...] about Ooh La La: the local clothing store more women should be shopping
Fresno Fitness: Favorite FREE Workout Spots
Working out can definitely be expensive. Between the fancy equipment and the gym fees, “getting in shape” can add up. But it really doesn’t have to! Especially if you live in Fresno. Here are some of … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Favorite FREE Workout Spots
Young Chef’s Academy Cooks Up Fun for All Ages
I did not always love to cook. In fact, when I was first married, my husband was the master of the kitchen - I felt like I scored big time when I would arrive home from work to the sight of him … [Read more...] about Young Chef’s Academy Cooks Up Fun for All Ages
Make it your mission to try Black Ops Brewing
Tomorrow is the Super Bowl. Or, what can also be called beer's national holiday. With the game taking place practically in our own backyard, and pilots from Fresno's own 144th Fighter Wing protecting … [Read more...] about Make it your mission to try Black Ops Brewing
What I love about Fresno
Love. I use this word a lot. In fact, I probably use it too much, taking away the impact the word. I tend to love everything. I mean really, can I actually love movie theater popcorn that … [Read more...] about What I love about Fresno
Shop Local: Students Work Hard for “Painted Press” Success
What kind of life did you live when you were in college? What kind of job did you have? I can tell you what I wasn’t doing: running a super successful online business. In fact, I’m not sure I’ve got … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Students Work Hard for “Painted Press” Success
It’s Tamale Time! Local, gourmet tamale restaurant Casa de Tamales expands to Fulton Mall
No, it's not the holiday season again, tell your Abuela she still has months to recover her tired hands after feeding the family this Christmas season. The great news is, thanks to local restaurant, … [Read more...] about It’s Tamale Time! Local, gourmet tamale restaurant Casa de Tamales expands to Fulton Mall