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8 Unpretentious California Gas Stations Where You’ll Find Shockingly Incredible Eats

Want to find shockingly incredible eats hiding inside gas stations in California?. These 8 gas stations are serving up unpretentious meals and surprisingly unforgettable flavors!. 1. Station St. Helena (St. Helena) Napa Valley has a well-earned reputation for elegant dining rooms and carefully curated wine lists, but Station St. Helena...

California · 15h
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California Prison Kitchen Audit Finds Mold, Rotten Food, Missing Wire Whip and Cutters

Inspectors sent to check on California prison kitchens found rotten tomatoes, moldy peppers, spiderwebs and bug-covered fly traps at Corcoran, and moldy ceilings at Corcoran and California State Prison, Sacramento, along with equipment failures and missing utensils serious enough to raise security concerns. The findings come from an audit by the state's Office of the Inspector General, which examined food programs and services inside California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation facilities.

California · 6d
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San Francisco Chronicle

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‘We expanded too quickly.’ Bay Area doughnut favorite to close half its shops

Johnny Doughnuts, known for nostalgic creations made with high-quality ingredients, is shutting down three of its six Bay Area locations.

San Francisco, CA · 6d

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8 Big Differences Between Trader Joe’s and Aldi Every Californian Needs to Know

Trader Joe’s and Aldi get compared so often you’d think they were twins. Spend enough time with twins, though, and you start to see how much they differ. These are the biggest differences between Trader Joe’s and Aldi that Californians need to know. 1. Price Gap. Consumers’...

California · 10h
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This Hidden Chocolate Bar In California Is A Dream Come True For Dessert Lovers

Most great discoveries don’t announce themselves, and Annabelle’s Chocolate Lounge in El Dorado, California is proof that the best things are often the ones you have to go looking for. It’s a handcrafted chocolate lounge sitting quietly in the Sierra Nevada foothills, and it is absolutely worth the...

El Dorado County, CA · 9d

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The Sweetest Spots in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County has plenty of ways to satisfy a sweet tooth, and some of its most beloved local businesses have spent decades perfecting the art. Whether it’s an ice cream cone after a day at the beach, a freshly baked doughnut to start the morning, or a box of handcrafted chocolates for a special occasion, these local favorites bring sweetness to the everyday lives of residents and visitors alike. Across the county, generations-old favorites and inventive local makers offer everything from old-fashioned classics to imaginative confections that are almost too beautiful to eat. In this guide, we’re exploring nine of Santa Cruz County’s sweetest spots, highlighting the signature treats, unexpected creations, and local traditions that make each one worth seeking out.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 5d

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Escape Into A Real-Life Fairy Tale At These 8 Whimsical Wineries In California

Looking for whimsical wineries in California that feel like real-life fairy tales?. These 8 wineries offer magical settings and outstanding wines to enjoy!. 1. Ledson Winery & Vineyards (Kenwood) Some buildings are so stunning that they make you question whether you’ve accidentally driven into a movie set. Ledson Winery...

California · 3d

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10 California Ramen Shops Serving Steaming Bowls Made For Chilly Nights

A sweet potato chip has no business sitting on top of a bowl of ramen. Yet there it is, hanging out with black garlic and creamy broth at a California noodle shop. I’m not complaining. I just have questions. And that’s before you meet the duck ramen and katsu...

California · 1d

San Francisco Chronicle

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The bakery behind some of the Bay Area’s most beautiful pastries is headed to a new city

A nationally recognized Oakland bakery from two fine-dining chefs is expanding to an upscale Tri-Valley mall.

San Francisco Bay Area, CA · 2d

San Francisco Chronicle

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Who makes the best croissant in the East Bay? We blind-tasted 12 to find out

The Chronicle’s Food & Wine team blind-tasted 12 croissants from bakeries in the East Bay. Here’s who won the contest.

San Francisco, CA · 2d

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Iconic North Carolina restaurant closes after 22 years of imaginative Mexican cuisine

North Carolina has recently lost several beloved restaurants, and Asheville has now said goodbye to one of its most distinctive dining rooms. Limones served its final dinner on November 14,…

Asheville, NC · 5h

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South Bay Katsu Craze Grows as Yumee Katsu Sales Quadruple in San Jose

Max Malihi had a struggling San Jose location of Vons, a Korean fried chicken chain, on his hands this past April. Rather than close up shop, he converted it into Yumee Katsu, and he says sales rose fourfold once the Korean-style cutlet concept took over. It is one of several signs that oversized, panko-crusted Korean katsu is multiplying fast across the South Bay.

San Jose, CA · 2d

The Coconut Mama

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Baba’s Hot Chicken opening 3 new locations in California (38 around the U.S.)

Baba’s Hot Chicken is planning three more restaurants in California, with Irvine, Roseville and Napa on the list. The Riverside-born chain is joining a state where other fried-chicken brands are…

California · 7d

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Salt & Straw ice cream chain with viral following opens in this Bay Area city, drawing crowds

OAKLAND, Calif. - A popular artisanal ice cream chain known for its unconventional, creative flavors is expanding in the Bay Area. On Wednesday, viral sensation Salt & Straw launched a soft opening at its new location in Oakland. Long line out the door. On a warmer than usual November evening,...

Oakland, CA · 2d

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Juice It Up! Accelerates Franchise Development With Flexible Footprints and New Expansion Opportunities

Leading Smoothie, Açai Bowl and Raw Juice Chain Steepens Growth Trajectory and Increases Nontraditional Store Count with Recent Openings in California and Arizona. , one of the nation’s leading açai bowl, handcrafted smoothie and raw juice chains for over 30 years, is thoughtfully investing in nontraditional growth opportunities. With a flexible footprint and streamlined operating model that accommodates a range of spaces, the brand is expanding access to its popular menu through travel centers, university campuses, convenience stores, military bases and other high-traffic venues. With many new locations under consideration and others already in development, including a planned location at one of the largest Air Force bases in California, Juice It Up! is leveraging a model designed for compact footprints, efficient preparation and a range of guest occasions.

Arizona · 3d

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Good Taste: Nibble at Nobu for a not-bad price

Good Taste tells you where to stick your chopsticks in the Bay. This week, a local taste of the global Nobu brand awaits. As a teetotaler, I am not typically on the happy hour beat too often. But I was admittedly thrilled to accept an invitation to be one of the first to try the Tanoshi Hour, a presentation in the Nobu Palo Alto Hotel’s Lobby Bar.

Palo Alto, CA · 8h

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This Popular California Coffee Shop Known For Its Long Lines And Cloud Matcha Drinks Just Opened A Second Location

Two stone mills grind tea leaves into fresh matcha right by the front door. That’s the first thing waiting for you at this new downtown coffee shop. The drinks come topped with fluffy clouds of foam. Some mix matcha with coconut, citrus, or strawberry. One even pairs espresso with orange juice.

California · 1d

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Huge Changes Coming to Popular Market in Pleasant Hill

PLEASANT HILL, CALIFORNIA — A popular neighborhood grocery store in Pleasant Hill is temporarily closed, but there’s good news for longtime customers: the store is preparing to reopen with a new name and another round of renovations. Pleasant Hill Market, located at 2397 Pleasant Hill Road near Gregory...

Pleasant Hill, CA · 4d

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Here’s What’s Replacing Lima Restaurant in Concord

CONCORD, CALIFORNIA — One of downtown Concord’s most prominent vacant restaurant spaces is preparing for a new chapter, with a popular Bay Area Mediterranean restaurant chain moving into the former home of Lima. Sultan’s Kebab, a growing Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant group with locations across the East Bay,...

Concord, CA · 3d

Timeless Dishes

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5 Local Restaurants in Orinda, California Worth Adding to Your Dining List

Orinda, California, may be a small community, but its dining scene offers more variety than visitors might expect. From traditional American comfort food and freshly carved meats to Japanese cuisine, Mexican favorites, and Indian dishes, the city has options for different tastes and occasions. Some restaurants have been part of the community for decades, while... The post 5 Local Restaurants in Orinda, California Worth Adding to Your Dining List appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Orinda, CA · 5d