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The Fresno Bee
Fresno's Yemeni coffee scene is booming with new cafes. Here's what to know
If you’ve been watching Fresno’s cafe scene lately, you’ve probably noticed something brewing — and it smells like cardamom. Three Yemeni coffee shops are either expanding or opening fresh location s across the city, bringing spiced lattes, honeycomb bread and more to the Central Valley. Here’s what coffee lovers need to know:
ruemag.com
Old-World Elegance Along California’s San Joaquin River
Designer Hayley Chavez says Madera, California, where this home is located, is a place most folks drive right through on their way somewhere else. “It’s on a bend of the San Joaquin River, which is exactly what I love about it,” she notes. “The whole house was designed to live toward the water.”
Yahoo!
See the new coffee shops opening in Clovis
Several locally owned mom-and-pop coffee shops have opened in and around Old Town Clovis, some inside bars, restaurants and other businesses.
fresnoland.org
In search of Fresno’s best burrito, part one.
San Francisco has the “Mission burrito” (beans, rice, meat), San Diego has the California burrito (replace the beans and rice with french fries, add pico de gallo and guacamole). Fresno has… well, both of those, but also so much more. The trouble with defining a “Fresno” style...
Merced Sun-Star
Things to do in Merced in November: Dia de los Muertos, rock cover bands and more
It’s still Halloween season, but it’s not too early to think about the fun there is to be had in November. Below are some of the noteworthy concerts and acts coming to Merced County next month. You can see more events or add one you’d like to promote on the Sun-Star’s events calendar at mercedsunstar.com/events. No-No Boy WHAT: No-No Boy, a multimedia folk and storytelling project led by Julian Saporiti, brings a deeply moving multimedia concert experience to UC Merced Arts, blending original music, storytelling, archival images, field recordings and historical research. WHEN: Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. WHERE: The Merced Theater ONLINE: www.mercedtheatre.org Dia de los Muertos night market WHAT: Celebrate this beautiful tradition with an evening filled with local vendors, food, music, community, and Día de los Muertos festivities. WHEN: Nov. 5, 6 p.m. WHERE: Bob Hart Square and Canal Street, downtown Merced ONLINE: tinyurl.com/22z6wfra The Addams Family Young@Part WHAT: Playhouse Merced features the Young Artists Conservatory production of a comical musical that “celebrates the wonderfully unique qualities found in every family.” WHEN: Nov. 6-15 WHERE: Playhouse Merced ONLINE: www.playhousemerced.com ‘Macbeth’ WHAT: Dark, violent, haunting, and unforgettable, Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” is a story of ambition, love and the devastating cost
thefeather.com
Food Review: Strada Italian Sandwiches
The rich aroma of freshly baked focaccia bread lingers through the restaurant, as chatter and music fills the room. Italian art displays across the walls as each sandwich is assembled to perfection. The staff exclaims with cheerful faces, “welcome to Strada!” Throughout the Central Valley, new restaurants continue to expand and elevate local dining experiences. Amongst these fresh dining spots, Strada thrives through serving authentic and high-quality Italian sandwiches. From homemade focaccia bread to savory spreads, this restaurant brings a twist to traditional sandwiches.
KMPH.com
McDonald’s brings back Halloween Boo Buckets to Fresno featuring Disney Villains
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — McDonald’s is bringing back its popular Halloween Boo Buckets, this time featuring some of Disney’s most famous villains. Beginning October 20, participating McDonald’s restaurants in Fresno will offer five collectible Boo Bucket designs inspired by Jafar, Ursula, Scar, Cruella and Maleficent. Each...
Madera Tribune
Long-awaited casino to open
North Fork Mono Casino set to open at midnight, October 28. North Fork Mono Casino announced it will officially open at midnight on October 28, marking a milestone more than two decades in the making. Located adjacent to Highway 99 in Madera between Avenue 17 and 18 1/2 exits, the...
KMPH.com
Get ready to hit the jackpot! A new casino opens next week in Madera
MADERA, Calif. (FOX26) — A new casino is opening in Madera next week, bringing thousands of slot machines, new dining spots, and 1,500 jobs to the region. North Fork Mono Casino and Resort is counting down to its grand opening on October 28!. Inside, you’ll find 2,400 slot machines,...
Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register
Visalia breaks ground on first new park in 12 years
The community is invited to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new four-acre neighborhood park at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 23 in southwest Visalia. The park will serve the surrounding community and help meet the recreational needs of the 225 new single-family homes planned for the area, city staff said. The park is located on the southwest corner of Roeben Street and Howard Avenue. It is the first city park to be constructed in the last decade. "We invite everyone to join us for this special occasion," Parks & Recreation Director Jason Glick said. "We're excited to begin construction on our first neighborhood park in 12 years. It will be a historic day." The new park is part of the city's ongoing efforts to implement the Visalia 2030 General Plan, which identified the development and maintenance of neighborhood parks as a community priority, city staff said. "The park's design was shaped through extensive community input. From the beginning, this project has been guided by Visalia residents," Glick said. "We held multiple public meetings to better understand the community's needs, and residents stepped up by providing feedback and voting on the amenities they wanted to see." Through those public meetings, residents
KMPH.com
Cafe at Dosan brews up community vibes inside Dosan Social Eatery in Clovis
CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — A new café is brewing in Clovis and hopes to be more than just a place to grab your morning latte. “The Cafe at Dosan” is a family-owned business built around good food, unique drinks, and a whole lot of love for the community.