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
Vera Bradley Debuts New Bulldog Gear at Fresno State Lunch
Fresno State students and local female business leaders got a big treat at a special luncheon on campus Wednesday. As I promised you in a previous blog, two executives from the popular national … [Read more...] about Vera Bradley Debuts New Bulldog Gear at Fresno State Lunch
Giveaway: Celebrate Opening Day with Championship Grizzlies
IT’S HERE, IT’S HERE, IT’S HERE!!!!! Sorry for shouting, but I’m ridiculously excited about the Fresno Grizzlies opening night on Friday. I know I’m always excited for Grizzlies baseball, but this is … [Read more...] about Giveaway: Celebrate Opening Day with Championship Grizzlies
Eat Local: “Noodle Q” Serves Up Fresh Asian Dishes
One thing I’ve learned from many years of eating (and eating and eating) in Fresno is to never judge a restaurant by its cover. I recently had one of the worst experiences I can remember at one of the … [Read more...] about Eat Local: “Noodle Q” Serves Up Fresh Asian Dishes
Vera Bradley Execs Coming to Toast New “Top Drawer” Store
As I have always said, I love it when shopping local goes hand-in-hand with buying pretty name-brand things. Nowhere in Fresno is there a better example of this than the marriage of national … [Read more...] about Vera Bradley Execs Coming to Toast New “Top Drawer” Store
Shop Local: Where to Find Furniture & Decor
FresYes is first and foremost a real estate company (in case you didn’t know), and it is the passion of Jason Farris (Mr. FresYes) and his team to help people find their perfect homes. But what … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Where to Find Furniture & Decor
Shop Local: River Raised Apparel Co. Brings Faith to Fashion
It is my belief that clothes can send a message, and our personal style says a lot about who we are. Even if you say to me that you don’t care about clothes or follow fashion, that says something … [Read more...] about Shop Local: River Raised Apparel Co. Brings Faith to Fashion
Eat Local: Berlin Street Grill Brings Lots of German Flavor
Tired of eating the same old fast food and cold sandwiches for lunch? It can be hard to find unique grab-and-go options around town, especially from locally-owned restaurants. No worries! FresYes has … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Berlin Street Grill Brings Lots of German Flavor
Get Your Baseball On Early With Fresno State
If you’re anything like me (or maybe, if you’re as crazy as me), then you’ve been counting down the days until baseball starts again. Like, you know you have a problem when you’re gleefully awaiting … [Read more...] about Get Your Baseball On Early With Fresno State
Treat Yourself to Tasty Musical Fun at Roger Rockas’
One of the things I love most about Fresno is the fact that there is great musical theater to be enjoyed here. I mean, “Phantom of the Opera” is coming to the Saroyan in October! Swoon! But I think. I … [Read more...] about Treat Yourself to Tasty Musical Fun at Roger Rockas’
Panoramic Financial Helps Younger Generation Plan Futures
If I told you that you’re about to read a blog about financial planning, investing and retirement, would your eyes glaze over? Would you click out of this page? How old are you? Have you thought about … [Read more...] about Panoramic Financial Helps Younger Generation Plan Futures
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
Shop Local: Valentine’s Day with a Twist
Dear Frustrated Men of Fresno: I AM HERE TO HELP YOU. I know it’s almost Valentine’s Day, and you’re super excited about that, right? You just finished with Christmas, and now it’s time to search the … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Valentine’s Day with a Twist
Create Your Own Sushi Burritos & Bowls at Pokiland
Last year, a friend told me about an amazing invention: Sushirrito. It was a popular chain in San Francisco that served giant hand-held sushi rolls - sort of a sushi burrito, if you will, with seaweed … [Read more...] about Create Your Own Sushi Burritos & Bowls at Pokiland
Learn to Enjoy Fresno Solo in 2016
As a nearly-thirty single woman in Fresno, I think my life experiences are probably very different than a lot of you reading this blog right now. And one of the many things I’ve learned as I approach … [Read more...] about Learn to Enjoy Fresno Solo in 2016
Compassion Experience Brings Poverty Stories to Clovis
Do you ever think about what it really means to live in poverty? To live in a third-world country? Many of us are not even fully aware of the dire state in which some families live in our own … [Read more...] about Compassion Experience Brings Poverty Stories to Clovis
The Most Positive FresYes Moments of 2015
I can’t believe it’s time to say goodbye to 2015! Totally cliche, but true. It’s certainly that had its ups and downs, as every year does. But working for FresYes, I have the pleasure of seeing more … [Read more...] about The Most Positive FresYes Moments of 2015
FresYes Fun to Keep Your Guests & Family Entertained
First of all, let me wish all of you a Merry Christmas! Unless you’re reading this after the holidays. Then I hope you survived all the madness and had a great one! Either way, I know most of us are … [Read more...] about FresYes Fun to Keep Your Guests & Family Entertained
Shop Local: Find a Meaningful Treasure at Three Graces
One of my favorite things to do when I have some free time is to wander different parts of Fresno, because you never know what you might discover. I even found this to be the case recently at River … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Find a Meaningful Treasure at Three Graces
Shop Local: Stocking Stuffers Under $20
It’s my favorite time of the year! I have a serious gift-giving addiction, which means I love, love, LOVE Christmas. As such, I’ve been done with my holiday shopping for weeks. So I decided to turn my … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Stocking Stuffers Under $20
Get Creative with Anchor and Soul Signs
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of going to the Old Town Flea in Clovis. It was basically a Shop Local paradise. I met so many vendors and crafters who had fun and interesting products. Today, I’m … [Read more...] about Get Creative with Anchor and Soul Signs
Donate to Local Organizations on #GivingTuesday
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!!! As always, I have the pleasure of coming to you on all the major holidays, it seems. This always gets me thinking about what I find most important when it comes to … [Read more...] about Donate to Local Organizations on #GivingTuesday
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
Local Cancer Survivors Connect with Art of Life
Cancer affects lives in many different ways, and if you’re reading this, chances are, you’ve been affected by and/or known someone who has dealt with cancer. One of the things that I’ve learned over … [Read more...] about Local Cancer Survivors Connect with Art of Life