As the mom of a teenage chicken "connoisseur", we are always on the hunt for the perfect chicken. Trying new chicken restaurants and food trucks is a regular occurrence in my life. I'd spotted Fury Hot Chicken on Instagram, followed, and was looking forward to trying their menu. But it seemed to always be in the wrong place when they were nearby. Recently, I got to try their food. They immediately … [Read more...]
The FresYes Guide to Year-Round Farmers Markets
If one of your goals for 2020 is to eat healthier, a great place to turn is a local farmers market. The Fresno area is full of them. In recent years many have begun to operate year-round. FresYes wants to make it easy for you to shop the local markets. Here’s your guide to what you’ll find when you go. Kaiser Permanente Fresno Farmers Market When: Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Where: … [Read more...]
Fresno Flavor After Hours: Detention Billiards/Fresno’s Speakeasy
And we're back! I'm so excited to introduce you guys to a new season of Fresno Flavor. For the next season, I'll be focusing on nightlife in Fresno—places you visit when the sun goes down. For this first episode, I'm hitting up Detention Billiards in the Tower District. Long time residents will remember this location as first a bank, then Blockbuster Video. These days, it houses a pool … [Read more...]
Season 1 of Fresno Flavor is a wrap! Here’s what’s new for season 2
After 10 episodes, that's a wrap on season 1 of Fresno Flavor! When I started this web series, I didn't think it would grow to be as popular as it is, and for that I have to thank you guys. I've gotten to go all over town trying the best food Fresno has to offer and I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to explore this amazing area. But I'm not done yet! Season 2 begins … [Read more...]
Fresno Flavor: Taste Kitchen
Welcome to Fresno Flavor! In this episode I check out a favorite local food truck that has recently opened a brick-and-mortar location in the Sunnyside area of Fresno. Chef Martin Franco and I go way back. I'm so excited to be able to showcase his gorgeous, colorful new space, and his awesome food! Take a look at what Taste Kitchen is serving up, but be warned: your mouth is going to … [Read more...]
Fresno Flavor: Oaxaca Mexican Restaurant
[The contest for the gift certificate has ended. Thanks to everyone who entered and congratulations to our winner!] Guys, I'm excited about this one. In this episode of Fresno Flavor, I'm hitting up Oaxaca Mexican Restaurant on Belmont and Chestnut. Based on traditional Oaxacan flavors, the food at Oaxaca is unique and so, so great. I can't wait to go back! Check out what's on … [Read more...]
Fresno Flavor: Just The Tip
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! This time, I'm heading back downtown to Just The Tip for a taste of what Fresno does best: tri-tip. Owners María Metzger and Eric Johnson are serving up mouth-watering tri-tip sandwiches at the restaurant's new location on Mariposa just off Fulton Street. Also new is their expanded hours—the restaurant will stay open until 7 p.m. on nights when … [Read more...]
Fresno Flavor: The Gastro Grill
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In this episode, I head to Old Town Clovis to catch up with Chef Reyes Chacon, who is making upscale comfort food at The Gastro Grill. Chef Reyes has been operating his food truck and catering company for years. He opened the brick-and-mortar location in Clovis with wife Debbi, her brother Greg Wilson and his wife Marci just over a year … [Read more...]