Ichi Shabu opened just under a year ago, and we finally made it in as a family to celebrate my husband's birthday. If you're not familiar, Ichi Shabu is a shabu shabu restaurant and shabu shabu is a … [Read more...] about The Unique Dining Experience You Have to Try: Shabu Shabu at Ichi Shabu
Get Your (Nightcrawler) Library Card: It’s National Library Card Sign Up Month
Did you know that September is National Library Card Sign Up Month? The month was chosen because it lines up with the start of the school year – libraries are a huge resource for students, so it's the … [Read more...] about Get Your (Nightcrawler) Library Card: It’s National Library Card Sign Up Month
Chasing Autumn: Where to Find Fresno’s Best Fall Leaves
You know how in Central California, we get the privilege of saying we “go to the snow” as in, it’s a weather condition we can choose to go visit for fun, when we feel like snow play or a different … [Read more...] about Chasing Autumn: Where to Find Fresno’s Best Fall Leaves
Why You Should Visit Jay’s Specialty Ice Cream Before Summer Ends (and after!)
If you've lived in Fresno for awhile, there's a good chance you've spotted Jay's Specialty Ice Cream’s trailer or cart at Gazebo Gardens, a school carnival, a wedding, or Downtown at the Courthouse on … [Read more...] about Why You Should Visit Jay’s Specialty Ice Cream Before Summer Ends (and after!)
I Got a First Look at Posh Bagel Before Everyone Else Finds Out
If you've driven past Willow and Nees lately, you may have noticed a new black-and-white sign catching the morning light – and if you're a bagel person, I'm about to make your week. Posh Bagel just … [Read more...] about I Got a First Look at Posh Bagel Before Everyone Else Finds Out
The Sport Taking Over Fresno’s Mornings, Evenings, and Group Chats
I've been hearing about pickleball for months now, secondhand. My husband picked up a paddle for the first time last fall, and what I figured would be a quick phase has turned into a truly beloved … [Read more...] about The Sport Taking Over Fresno’s Mornings, Evenings, and Group Chats
The Coffee Shop in Selma Everyone’s Talking About
Here's how it started: my Instagram feed randomly served me a video of a couple visiting from the Midwest, raving that they'd just had the best coffee in all of California – they shared with their … [Read more...] about The Coffee Shop in Selma Everyone’s Talking About
Back to School, Fresno: Your Survival Guide for the First Week
It's that time of year again -- the pools are still warm, the alarm clocks are a little rusty, but somehow school starts next week. (Anyone else miss school starting the week after Labor Day like when … [Read more...] about Back to School, Fresno: Your Survival Guide for the First Week
Rumi Coffee Just Opened in North Fresno, and It Might Be the Most Beautiful Coffee Shop in Town
Fresno's coffee scene just got a very exciting new addition, and if you haven't heard about Rumi Coffee yet, consider this your official introduction. Rumi Coffee opened its doors this past … [Read more...] about Rumi Coffee Just Opened in North Fresno, and It Might Be the Most Beautiful Coffee Shop in Town
How to Enjoy a Boat Day on the Lake (When You Don’t Own a Boat)
This past week, my family and I did something I’ve always wanted to do, but somehow never managed to make happen before: we enjoyed a full day together at the lake on a pontoon boat. We don’t … [Read more...] about How to Enjoy a Boat Day on the Lake (When You Don’t Own a Boat)
My Analogue Summer: 6 Screen-Free Hobbies Quieting My Stress
I recently purchased an Oura Ring, hoping to learn more about my body's current health, sleep patterns, and stress levels so I can improve them. I know stress is incredibly detrimental to a person's … [Read more...] about My Analogue Summer: 6 Screen-Free Hobbies Quieting My Stress
My Fresno Summer Bucket List
Even though it's toasty out right now in my favorite city, there's still so much fun and joy to be had. This time of year, I manage my dislike of hot weather by mimicking the lifestyle of crepuscular … [Read more...] about My Fresno Summer Bucket List
Meet the Fresno Cleaner Going Viral for Keeping It Real: Suhaila Mendoza’s Pure Essence Story
If you have spent any time on Fresno social media lately, there is a good chance you have stumbled across Suhaila Mendoza. She is the face behind Pure Essence Cleaning Company, and she has been … [Read more...] about Meet the Fresno Cleaner Going Viral for Keeping It Real: Suhaila Mendoza’s Pure Essence Story
Masa Madre Is Open: A Beloved Fresno Family Restaurant Reimagined
A few weeks ago, in my roundup of Fresno openings I was excited about, I mentioned Masa Madre, a new Mexican restaurant and tortilleria opening on the northeast corner of Palm and Bullard, and flagged … [Read more...] about Masa Madre Is Open: A Beloved Fresno Family Restaurant Reimagined
Fresno Lunch Guide: A Father’s Legacy, a Son’s Passion, and the Best 99 Cent Taco in Fresno
There are lunch spots that impress you with their ambiance, their plating, their trendy concepts, and there are lunch spots that offer you something far more straightforward: incredibly flavorful … [Read more...] about Fresno Lunch Guide: A Father’s Legacy, a Son’s Passion, and the Best 99 Cent Taco in Fresno
Clovis Floral & Gifts: The Old Town Gem You Need to Know About
My favorite local flower shop went out of business recently, and if you love flowers and occasionally gifting them like I do, you'll understand what a bummer that was. Thankfully, I recently stumbled … [Read more...] about Clovis Floral & Gifts: The Old Town Gem You Need to Know About
Fresno Summer Fun on a Budget: 5 Family-Friendly Deals You’ll Love
Summer is here, and with it comes that familiar question every parent asks around this time of year: how do we keep the kids entertained without draining the bank account? Between rising temperatures … [Read more...] about Fresno Summer Fun on a Budget: 5 Family-Friendly Deals You’ll Love
Where to Swim (and Splash) in Fresno, 2026 Edition
This post is one I am consistently asked to get up as soon as the hot weather arrives for the season, and with mid-ninety degree days in the current forecast and school nearly out for the summer, it … [Read more...] about Where to Swim (and Splash) in Fresno, 2026 Edition
5 Things I’m Excited About in Fresno: May 2026 Edition
Periodically, I like to share my excitement about local businesses, even ones I haven't had a chance to visit yet, because regardless of my calendar and availability, getting other locals excited and … [Read more...] about 5 Things I’m Excited About in Fresno: May 2026 Edition
Fresno Lunch Guide: The No-Frills Chinese Take-Out Gem That’s All About the Food
Before we talk about lunch, I need to tell you a little something about Ding Ho Kitchen and my family. For as long as my son can remember, and he is now in college, Ding Ho has been our go-to place … [Read more...] about Fresno Lunch Guide: The No-Frills Chinese Take-Out Gem That’s All About the Food
Fresno Lunch Guide: The Burger Institution That’s Been Flipping Patties Since 1963
Some lunch cravings are very specific, they’re not "I want something good." More like: I want a fountain soda, ice cold, perfectly crispy, in a big cup. I want salty, crinkle fries. If you've ever had … [Read more...] about Fresno Lunch Guide: The Burger Institution That’s Been Flipping Patties Since 1963
Fresno Lunch Guide: The Street Taco Legend That Started With an Extension Cord and a Dream
I want to be upfront with you about something before we dive in to this latest blog in my Lunch Spots series - every installment of this series features a Fresno lunch spot that has stood the test of … [Read more...] about Fresno Lunch Guide: The Street Taco Legend That Started With an Extension Cord and a Dream
First Look: Strada Brings Housemade Focaccia and Italian Sandwiches to North Fresno
If you've been following Fresno's food scene at all lately, you already know the name Jimmy Pardini. The chef and restaurateur behind Annex Kitchen, Annesso Pizzeria, and the much-celebrated Willow … [Read more...] about First Look: Strada Brings Housemade Focaccia and Italian Sandwiches to North Fresno
Fresno Lunch Guide: The Deli That Turned a Neighborhood Grocery Store Into a Fresno Icon
There are certain places in Fresno that aren't just restaurants. They're institutions. Places entire families have been making part of their routine for generations (mine included). Sam's Italian Deli … [Read more...] about Fresno Lunch Guide: The Deli That Turned a Neighborhood Grocery Store Into a Fresno Icon
Fresno Lunch Guide: The Neighborhood Staple That’s Been Making Bierocks Since 1977
Some places become part of a neighborhood so quietly and steadily that they're just always there, reliably good, generation after generation. The Berrock Shop on Bullard and West, in the Save Mart … [Read more...] about Fresno Lunch Guide: The Neighborhood Staple That’s Been Making Bierocks Since 1977