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
Introducing One Sense, the Latest Thing in Tech
There are a lot of cool people in Fresno doing cool things. And don't you feel special when you actually know them personally? I do! Recently, my friends Matt Tymn and Nick Gundry have received … [Read more...] about Introducing One Sense, the Latest Thing in Tech
I’m New to Fresno. Now What?
This post is dedicated to Alyse, a 28 year-old grad student who just moved to Fresno from Texas last week. I met her at a service at People's Church this weekend. She asked what locals do for fun … [Read more...] about I’m New to Fresno. Now What?
#ThrowbackThursday to These Restaurants in 2012
Three years ago, I wrote a familiar-sounding song about the restaurants that made me proud to live and eat in Fresno. It was my farewell to a former online food magazine called TasteFresno, where I … [Read more...] about #ThrowbackThursday to These Restaurants in 2012
See This Historical Artist’s Home at ArtHop (T. Newton Russell)
This week for ArtHop, you can check out the historical home of the late local artist/sculptor, T. Newton Russell, and discover a few up-and-coming artists who have turned the house into a mini … [Read more...] about See This Historical Artist’s Home at ArtHop (T. Newton Russell)
What to Eat at Catacomb Party This Weekend
Pork. Belly. Tacos. Honestly, I could stop there. Taste Kitchen's Chef Martin Franco kills it with his pork belly tacos, topped with avocado, tomatillo salsa, and pickled onions. Heart-eyed emojis … [Read more...] about What to Eat at Catacomb Party This Weekend
ICYMI: Alton Brown’s Fresno Restaurant Picks
@AltonBrown visits several local restaurants - will sign autographs today http://t.co/v1TTmJkar0 #ABRoadEatsFresno pic.twitter.com/w2NyudSY1v — ABC30 Fresno (@ABC30) March 17, 2015 There was … [Read more...] about ICYMI: Alton Brown’s Fresno Restaurant Picks
A Chat with Chef Manny from LeLa’s
If humility is an indicator of true success, Chef Manuel "Manny" Carr, purveyor of LeLa's Restaurant, is a successful man. He opened LeLa's three years ago, after working at Fresno Heart Hospital and … [Read more...] about A Chat with Chef Manny from LeLa’s
Comfort Food for the Soul in Chinatown
Three years ago, I had the pleasure of eating a meal prepared by a local chef who has cooked for Elvis Presley, Earth Wind and Fire, and four U.S. presidents: Chef Paul Pearson. Now, after being out … [Read more...] about Comfort Food for the Soul in Chinatown
Two Mexican Restaurants Actually Doing Something Different
A few months ago, I complained about how there really aren't any Mexican restaurants doing anything unique with their food. Well, this past week I visited two places that give our dear town hope: … [Read more...] about Two Mexican Restaurants Actually Doing Something Different
Who Makes the Best Gumbo in Fresno?
This Saturday, the Vineyard Farmer’s Market will be hosting one of its most fun and unique events of the year. The 8th Annual Gumbo Throwdown is Fresno's Mardi Gras primer, with exciting music, bead … [Read more...] about Who Makes the Best Gumbo in Fresno?
Fresno Food News, January Edition
Sometimes it's hard to keep up on all the local foodie news, so here's a taste of what's been happening in the last few weeks. FROM THE BEE Our mood in food 2015: Tracking the arc of a … [Read more...] about Fresno Food News, January Edition
Strawberry Bellini Recipe to Start Your New Year
When it comes to gift-giving for Christmas, one of my favorite family traditions is getting each other stocking stuffers. These range from silly to practical. This year, my mother was pleasantly … [Read more...] about Strawberry Bellini Recipe to Start Your New Year
Video: Orange and Cranberry Scones for Christmas
With all the hustling and bustling around Christmas, there's something cathartic about stoping to take the time to cook a meal or a holiday dish for loved ones. This is the time of year to really be … [Read more...] about Video: Orange and Cranberry Scones for Christmas
How to Stock Your NYE Bar!
Note from Alisa: the following post was written by Nathaniel Stiers, co-producer of a killer NYE party happening at Fulton 55 (with an awesome cocktail bar upstairs) and co-founder of Good Fortune, … [Read more...] about How to Stock Your NYE Bar!
Fresno Christmas Gift Basket Guide
When it comes to Christmas shopping, I do everything I can to shop online. It's fast, it's easy, and you don't get as overwhelmed with choices while walking through a ton of aisles. Plus, you can buy … [Read more...] about Fresno Christmas Gift Basket Guide
Hot Toddies for the Holidays
There's nothing quite as satisfying as a hot drink on a cool winter day. I had my first-of-the-season hot chocolate with marshmallows last week and I just loved the way the melted marshmallows oozed … [Read more...] about Hot Toddies for the Holidays
Recipe: Trelio’s Pumpkin Agnolotti
For those of you looking for a last-minute-something-special to impress your relatives this Thursday, there's nothing like a savory pumpkin agnolotti to do just the trick. A cousin to ravioli, … [Read more...] about Recipe: Trelio’s Pumpkin Agnolotti
Video: Easy Bruschetta with Chef Bessy Acosta
They say behind every great man is an even more remarkable woman. That's why I wasn't surprised when Craig Scharton, owner of Peeve's Public House and Local Market, let me into his kitchen to meet … [Read more...] about Video: Easy Bruschetta with Chef Bessy Acosta
Local Foodie News You Can Use
Sometimes it's hard to keep up on all the local foodie news, so here's a taste of what's been happening around town in the last few weeks (and a few extra tidbits from me). Lots of New … [Read more...] about Local Foodie News You Can Use
FresYes Loves Cookies, Don’t You? Two Sisters Fresno
Ah, the power of cookies. You can't help but smile when you see them, and you can't help but grab another after the first one (or three). Cookies simply make everything better, don't they? That's why … [Read more...] about FresYes Loves Cookies, Don’t You? Two Sisters Fresno
4 Ways To Use Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Butter
Pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin soup, pumpkin mocha ice cream...if you've been to Trader Joe's in the last month, you'll see that they've had a total pumpkin takeover. From sweet to savory to … [Read more...] about 4 Ways To Use Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Butter
Fitness Tips and Q&A with a Former Skinny Fat Girl
Last week, I talked about the 5-day healthy eating challenge I did with the Fresno-based Team Beach Body Coach Leah Canseco-Decker. I've watched her journey over social media for just over a year, as … [Read more...] about Fitness Tips and Q&A with a Former Skinny Fat Girl
My Almost 5-Day Healthy Eating Challenge
I almost made it. A five-day challenge with coach Leah Canseco-Decker to "learn how to eat healthy and kick out those bad habits." Last week, I joined about 15 others from around the country … [Read more...] about My Almost 5-Day Healthy Eating Challenge
FresYes Must-Do: GO TO THE GERM
If you like making your own films or watching others, the appropriate FresYes thing to do would be to go to The Germ Viewing Party. This local film festival, happening Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m. … [Read more...] about FresYes Must-Do: GO TO THE GERM