Spreckels
Spreckels, CA · Local Life
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CCHS Hosts Statewide Dance Festival
On January 24, 2026, Culver City High School hosted this year’s California Dance Festival for the first time. The festival is an annual statewide event that offers high school dancers from across California the opportunity to take a variety of classes, share their work onstage, and experience different styles of dance and culture. Its main focus is on learning, creativity, and building community within California’s dance programs. Culver City High School was contacted by the California Dance Education Association (CDEA) directly to host, marking a milestone for CCHS, especially for the AVPA Dance Program. In addition to this being the school’s first year hosting, it was the first time this event had been at a high school, as it is normally held in different locations. AVPA Dance Director, Carol Zee, shared that 46 dances were submitted for consideration, and 22 got selected for the final performance lineup.
allamericanatlas.com
5 Best Burger Spots in Sunnyvale that Locals Rave About
Sunnyvale sits right in Silicon Valley, surrounded by tech campuses and lunch spots—so it’s no surprise the burger competition is fierce. From legendary old‑school bars to modern downtown joints, these are the places locals name first. 1. St. John’s Bar & Grill. If you ask a...
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This Hole-In-The-Wall Diner In California Is Where Your Breakfast Dreams Come True
Some people search their whole lives for the perfect pancake, but you only need to drive to Bakersfield to find Milt’s Diner. This unassuming spot serves up the kind of breakfast that makes you wonder why you ever bothered with fancy brunch places that charge you extra for avocado.
benitolink.com
Eat, Drink, Savor: Cheung Sheng and the Long Victory
In a world where fusion seems to be overtaking tradition and chain eateries are overwhelming family-run restaurants, Hollister’s Cheung Sheng Chinese Restaurant stands its ground and prospering thanks to loyal customers and strong word of mouth. Founded in August 1988 by Te Cheng Fu, four years after he and...
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This California Desert Trail Leads To A Rock Formation That Looks Like A Giant Skull
It looks unreal at first glance. Almost staged. Right in the middle of the desert, a massive rock formation seems to stare back at you – hollow “eye sockets,” a carved-out “nose,” the outline of a skull shaped entirely by nature. No artist touched it.
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This Family-Run California Tavern Has Been A Coastal Favorite For Over A Century
Nestled in the quaint town of Pescadero, California, Duarte’s Tavern has been a beloved coastal mainstay since 1894. This iconic establishment combines rustic charm with a rich history, drawing locals and travelers alike. Known for its hearty comfort food, the tavern offers an authentic taste of California’s coastal culinary...
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A third location of El Charrito opens in Marina, offering the same signature tortillas.
What began as a humble market with a kitchen to make divinely buttery tortillas and a simple hot bar now has three fast-casual restaurants and one sit-down restaurant. A third generation in the Moncada family has held onto their grandmother, Teresa Moncada's recipes from when she first opened 44 years ago. But in the past decade, the original El Charrito location in Salinas has been spruced up with more space for hungry customers to wait in line and fewer shelves of groceries. The family opened a second location in Monterey, along with the higher-end Alejandro's, in 2022.
Morgan Hill Times
Morgan Hill restaurant is an example of sustainability
Craft Roots is more than just a beloved restaurant in Morgan Hill—it stands as a paradigm for sustainability, ethical business practices and culinary innovation. A continued community favorite, Craft Roots is steadfast in its commitment to minimizing its environmental footprint while offering a completely vegan menu that reflects the seasons and the values of its founders. The menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients in vibrant dishes like Japanese barbecue cauliflower bites and roasted beet salad, alongside comforting Morgan Hill staples such as chili cheese fries topped with cashew-based crema.
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Squid Fest West is Coming March 14
Squid Fest West, KSQD’s spring birthday celebration and mini-festival, takes place March 14th. Not only do we have a stellar lineup of music this year featuring The Puffball Collective, George Kahumoku, Jr., Poi Rogers, The Coast Ridge Ramblers and Dan and Laurel, but we also have an amazing array of adventures and treasures to bid on at the KSQD silent auction. We have a number of fine wines on auction. Here are just a few of the 85 items businesses and individuals have generously donated.