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This Southern California Campground Is a Must-Visit Year-Round
One of my favorite ways to spend time outdoors is by camping. There is something relaxing about spending the night under the stars. Fortunately, here in Southern California, there are many places to camp no matter the time of the year. And while we have several campground recommendations, one destination that has become a favorite […]
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Happy Girl Kitchen and Its Community Save the Family Store
At least not the plan the humans had. But so it goes with the likes of Happy Girl Kitchen Co., which wrapped its brisk fundraising campaign to buy its building—and keep its home base thriving—on Monday evening, as a nearly maximized harvest moon rose into the sky. The...
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From tradition to trend: how yemeni coffee is changing cafe culture
Sana’a Cafe in Redwood City recently opened and is one of the many Yemeni coffeehouses that have recently appeared in the Bay Area. These cafes originated in a predominantly Arab area of Detroit and have quickly expanded across the United States. Today, there are about 30 distinct chains and several local locations in the Bay Area. This cafe style sets itself apart by serving as not only a daytime hangout or workspace but also a late-night gathering place. Behind the scenes, staff members work to create a welcoming atmosphere by carefully preparing each menu item, maintaining a clean and elegant space, and engaging with customers to make them feel at home.
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California Roots Festival Announces Lineup with Ice Cube, Rebelution, Soja, Tash Sultana
California Roots Festival has announce its lineup for 2026, and will be returning to Monterey, CA from Friday, May 22nd to May 24th. Headliners for this year include Ice Cube, Rebelution, Tash Sultana, Soja, and a yet-to-be-announced headliner for the Sunday date. Other acts set to perform include The Elovaters,...
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Salty Otter owner says AI logo uproar has ‘crushed’ her lifelong dream
The restaurant industry is a tough business, especially in the first year. But just a few months after opening The Salty Otter in downtown Santa Cruz, owner Rachael Smith faced an unusual challenge. She said her dreams were dashed not by economic realities, but a controversy over how she created the bar’s smiling otter logo with the aid of generative artificial intelligence.
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CHS presents ‘Fame’ with tweaks to original characters to reflect student cast
Beneath the spotlight of the Carmel High School performing arts center, “Fame” will take center stage March 27, with adjustments being made to fit the diversity of CHS’ cast to the musical’s original roster of characters. “The first thing I want people to take away from...
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People Drive From All Over California To Eat At This Iconic Neighborhood Diner
There’s a diner in Bakersfield that people talk about in hushed, reverent tones, the way wine enthusiasts discuss vintage Bordeaux. Milt’s Diner has earned its reputation one perfectly cooked egg at a time, and now folks are making pilgrimages from all corners of California just to slide into one of those turquoise booths.
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Cumbia, punk, and western flair: Spaghetti Cumbia live
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Singer-songwriter Lila Downs brings her world-changing music to Santa Cruz
Mexican-American singer-songwriter Lila Downs has been making music for decades. Her debut studio album La Sandunga was released in 1999, and she gained widespread recognition when several of her songs were featured in the 2002 movie "Frida," a biopic about the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Her latest single,...
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Local businesses offer flavorful matcha worth extra cost
Matcha has quietly become the unofficial drink of Carmel High–an $8 habit that definitely feels justified when it’s good. With cafés across Carmel, Monterey and Pacific Grove offering their own spins on the earthy green drink, CHS students may be left wondering which shops actually deliver quality worthy of the price tag. After sampling matcha from five different local spots, we found that while prices hover around the same range, flavor, sweetness and overall experience vary dramatically.Alta Bakery.
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Found Treasure: Spotted Duck Fries (and New Life for a Major Golf Course Restaurant)
Feb. 27, 2026—The mom and pop whose baby is their restaurant have realized an elusive and delicious dream: a neighborhood bistro where they can prep the food they love and cultivate a mood diners adore. Now they’re going to chase a second dream. Which seems a little crazy...