From new ice cream to state honors, there's a lot happening at Chosen Yogurt, and this summer's a great chance to check it all out. Ice Cream with a Local Connection I'm sure no one has noticed, … [Read more...] about Cool Off at Chosen Yogurt, 2017 Small Business of the Year
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Everything You Need To Know About Fidget Spinners
There's a new fad spinning its way into schools across America and stirring up opinions all over the place. Fidget spinners are everywhere: in pockets, backpacks, and even 7-11. By now, you've … [Read more...] about Everything You Need To Know About Fidget Spinners
Novel New Year’s Resolutions from fellow Valley-residents
New Year’s Resolutions. Love ‘em or hate ‘em chances are you have some, whether you’re willing to admit it or not. Sometimes it can seem cliché to set a resolution, some avoid them for fear of failure … [Read more...] about Novel New Year’s Resolutions from fellow Valley-residents
Thai Royal Orchid Restaurant Review
Thai Royal Orchid Restaurant I've been going to the Thai Royal Orchid Restaurant since it was in a tiny space next to a car lot on Blackstone Avenue. They moved to their First/Herndon … [Read more...] about Thai Royal Orchid Restaurant Review
Eat Local: Edo Ya Tokyo Cuisine
About 20 years ago a family member told me about teppanyaki, where a chef will cook food in front of you. I didn't quite understand the concept, as I had never experienced it. I remember thinking that … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Edo Ya Tokyo Cuisine
Eat local: Starving Artists Bistro
Last week I had the opportunity to visit a new (to me) restaurant called Starving Artists Bistro. They recently celebrated their 3rd year of being open, and I'm surprised that I had never been there … [Read more...] about Eat local: Starving Artists Bistro
Eat Local – Explore beyond the crust!
Explore Beyond the Crust - California Pizza Kitchen I'm mixing things up a bit today and want to share with a tasting from our recent visit to California Pizza Kitchen located at the corner of … [Read more...] about Eat Local – Explore beyond the crust!
Find Wine and Fun at Kings River Winery
Kings River Winery in Sanger Confession time: Even after two years of writing for FresYes (yay for my FresYes-iversary this month!), I’m still learning a lot of new things about the Valley. Like, for … [Read more...] about Find Wine and Fun at Kings River Winery
Old Town Flea Market is a Don’t-Miss Event
One of my favorite events of the year is this weekend. It’s basically a local shopper’s paradise. The Old Town Flea Market is set for May 7th and 8th at the Clovis Rodeo Grounds, and I’m telling you, … [Read more...] about Old Town Flea Market is a Don’t-Miss Event
Fresno Underground Supper Takes Foodies on Delicious Journey
I am so ridiculously excited about this week’s blog. Last Friday, I was given the opportunity to be a guest at a dinner put on by Fresno’s Underground Supper Series. (The event organizers gave me a … [Read more...] about Fresno Underground Supper Takes Foodies on Delicious Journey
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
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
Places to visit in 2016
Happy New Year!!! I'm the lucky one who was able to wish you a Merry Christmas, and now a Happy New Year! Wow-I get to share my holidays with all of you FresYes readers! I feel honored. … [Read more...] about Places to visit in 2016
Frosted Cakery Takes Holiday Sweets to New Level
I feel like there’s pretty much no such thing as a bad cupcake. But there are also really, really, really GOOD cupcakes. And I think some of the best cupcakes in town come from Frosted Cakery in the … [Read more...] about Frosted Cakery Takes Holiday Sweets to New Level
Fresno Fitness: Gymnastics Beat – Adult Class
When I was a kid, I was fortunate enough to grow up with a dad who absolutely loved to be active and play sports. He was always encouraging my brother and I to run around the yard, climb trees, rocks … [Read more...] about Fresno Fitness: Gymnastics Beat – Adult Class
Eat Local: Le Parisien Cafe
Last week was my daughter’s 13th birthday. Over the years we’ve had grand birthday parties, but now that she’s getting older, the parties are becoming less elaborate. Funny how that happened, as I … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Le Parisien Cafe
Fresno Date Night Idea: Strummers for Live Music
My husband and I have been married for thirteen years. We have a son, we both work and do side projects and often feel like life is moving really, really fast. One thing we've tried to maintain since … [Read more...] about Fresno Date Night Idea: Strummers for Live Music
Laugh Stand-Up Comedy: Roast for Timothy Kuckenbaker (TK)
Things I love. Cupcakes The smell of new books. Baby feet Laughing Some of my favorite people in the world are bakers, librarians, babies, and comedians. Beginning to see a … [Read more...] about Laugh Stand-Up Comedy: Roast for Timothy Kuckenbaker (TK)
FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway: Finalists
***UPDATE*** Congratulations to our first prize winner, Jason Ward and our second place winner, Steve Melton! Please contact us via email (fresyesnat at gmail dot com) to claim your prizes! This … [Read more...] about FresYes Father’s Day Giveaway: Finalists
To Mom, With Love: Last-Minute Gift Ideas
I don’t know about you, but I know that for me, it can be pretty hard to buy gifts for my mom sometimes. I’m not sure what it is exactly. An age gap? A parent that’s too practical? A feeling that … [Read more...] about To Mom, With Love: Last-Minute Gift Ideas
FresYes Families: The perfect mom’s night out!
Everybody deserves a nice night away from the business of everyday life and the accompanying routines and I know for some moms, these nights can be few and far between. In many cases, a fancy, … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: The perfect mom’s night out!
5 Restaurants You Should Visit in 2015
Happy New Year, foodies! As you settle back into work and real life (bummer, I know), let's talk about where you're going to eat this year. Well, to be honest, let's talk about where I'm going to … [Read more...] about 5 Restaurants You Should Visit in 2015
The FresYes Garden: Poinsettias
Poinsettias are synonymous with Christmas. You can’t walk into a grocery store or garden center without spotting a full display of the Christmas flower. Although I had always known poinsettias were … [Read more...] about The FresYes Garden: Poinsettias
The Bike Shop…
Everyone loves the feel of the wind in their face on a bike ride, but first you need a bike... enter the bike shop. The bike shop is someplace I've enjoyed since I was a small boy. … [Read more...] about The Bike Shop…