Recently, FresYes writer Sarah wrote about five things we can all do to meet new people. One of her suggestions was to take a community education class. I love this idea. Classes in a variety of … [Read more...] about Hello, Harry Potter Cooking Class Exists
KoJa Kitchen Will Make You Change Your Food Plans Immediately
So right as I was about to get back into the whole “let’s eat healthy!” and “I can eat nothing but salad for weeks at a time!” thing, an amazing, delicious, and tastebud-tantalizing new restaurant … [Read more...] about KoJa Kitchen Will Make You Change Your Food Plans Immediately
10 Places to Get Great Mexican Food in Fresno Now That Chevy’s is Gone
By FresYes Guest Writer Mike Oz The news hit Fresno like a tortilla truck last week. Chevy's, that great bastion of Tex-Mex, had closed its doors at River Park. Obviously this created a moment of … [Read more...] about 10 Places to Get Great Mexican Food in Fresno Now That Chevy’s is Gone
Hi, I’m Heather. Help Me Do My Job, Please
Hi. I'm Heather. Starting today, I'm the new editor of FresYes.com. I'm also a writer. Maybe you've seen my posts on Livingstone's and Sherlock. Maybe you haven't, but you'll go check them out now. … [Read more...] about Hi, I’m Heather. Help Me Do My Job, Please
Get Your Trail Mix Fix at Braga Organic Farms in Madera
One year, I mailed my friend in Pennsylvania trail mix for her birthday. Does that sound like a weird present? If so, you don't know this trail mix. This was raw trail mix from Braga Organic Farms. … [Read more...] about Get Your Trail Mix Fix at Braga Organic Farms in Madera
5 Ways to Meet New People in 2017
If you’re like me, the start of a new year forces you to reflect on your life. Often times, we think about the things that we aren’t happy with. The stuff that keeps us from feeling fulfilled. I’m … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Meet New People in 2017
Get Stoked: ‘Sherlock’ is Returning to ValleyPBS
Take out your phone. You're gonna want to set a reminder for this. SHERLOCK. Do you hear? SHERLOCK. It's returning Sunday night with its season four premiere, titled "The Six … [Read more...] about Get Stoked: ‘Sherlock’ is Returning to ValleyPBS
Want to Feel Like a Superhero? Check Out Superman Fitness
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU, NEW BEGINNINGS That is what Richie Ortiz Valdivia, owner of Superman Fitness, would like to bring to people in 2017. Richie just moved his personalized, family-friendly gym to a … [Read more...] about Want to Feel Like a Superhero? Check Out Superman Fitness
Food and Festivities: A Trip to Hmong International New Year
Did you know that Fresno hosts the largest Hmong New Year Celebration in the country? From December 26 to January 1, the Fresno Fairgrounds is transformed into a cultural delight. Happily, I checked … [Read more...] about Food and Festivities: A Trip to Hmong International New Year
How You Can Help in the Aftermath of Livingstone’s Fire
Five days before Christmas, a fire took away one of Fresno's shining jewels. Okay, that's suuuper dramatic and way overwritten, but to a lot of people, that's what it felt like when they woke up on … [Read more...] about How You Can Help in the Aftermath of Livingstone’s Fire
Eat Local – The Schoolhouse Restaurant
The Schoolhouse Restaurant Are you looking for a place to do some celebrating? Whether it's to ring in the New Year or to celebrate a milestone how about swinging by the Schoolhouse Restaurant … [Read more...] about Eat Local – The Schoolhouse Restaurant
Novel New Year’s Resolutions from fellow Valley-residents
New Year’s Resolutions. Love ‘em or hate ‘em chances are you have some, whether you’re willing to admit it or not. Sometimes it can seem cliché to set a resolution, some avoid them for fear of failure … [Read more...] about Novel New Year’s Resolutions from fellow Valley-residents
Best Breakfast Bets: Egg-citing Eats in FresYes
"Just give me all the bacon and eggs you have." -Ron Swanson, Parks and Recreation There are many delicious options in town that will help you start the day sunny-side up. Pancake … [Read more...] about Best Breakfast Bets: Egg-citing Eats in FresYes
Get Fit this January with Local Races
Did you over indulge this holiday season? Are your pants not as loose as they once were? Is 2017 the year you are going to get fit? A lot of us make New Year’s Resolutions to get … [Read more...] about Get Fit this January with Local Races
Buffalo Chicken Dip Appetizer, O-My!
What? A "BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP APPETIZER” that does not make a mess! Ask yourself, do you love chicken wings? I’m crazy about chicken wings so much, that this past weekend I was up at Tenaya Lodge and … [Read more...] about Buffalo Chicken Dip Appetizer, O-My!
Learn About Fulton Street’s Past; Be a Part of Its Future
We talk a lot about the current state of downtown Fresno and what’s to come in the future, but how many Fresnans know the story of downtown’s past? Let me tell you a little about the origins of our … [Read more...] about Learn About Fulton Street’s Past; Be a Part of Its Future
Eat Local: Ark Mediterranean Grill
Ark Mediterranean Grill Today I'd like to share another local eating establishment in Northeast Fresno. Ark Mediterranean Grill is located right next to Yosemite Ranch at Champlain & Cedar. … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Ark Mediterranean Grill
For the 5th year in a row, Oakhurst family welcomes those in need this Christmas
Each week, as I sit down to compile my thoughts into an article I hope you will find interesting, entertaining, informative or a combination of the three – I think about what I’ve been hearing about … [Read more...] about For the 5th year in a row, Oakhurst family welcomes those in need this Christmas
Be Safer Out There – Courtesy of Art Durazo Hugues!
Free Self-Defense Classes for Women For the last couple of years I've noticed somebody offering free self-defense classes for women on a website I follow. Women's self-defense classes are … [Read more...] about Be Safer Out There – Courtesy of Art Durazo Hugues!
JoAnn’s Last Minute Guide to Kid’s Christmas Gifts
It's not too late to pick up a present for the little people in your life. Are you out of ideas? Afraid of the mall parking lot? Can't wrap your mind around a 300 dollar Hatchimal? I've … [Read more...] about JoAnn’s Last Minute Guide to Kid’s Christmas Gifts
Global Winter Wonderland in Tulare
If you are looking for something fun and festive to do with your children while they are on winter break, you may want to consider taking a ride to Tulare to visit the Global Winter … [Read more...] about Global Winter Wonderland in Tulare
Ugly Sweaters, Camel hats and Christmas Tree Lane
Here is your weekly (okay working on that weekly part) "If it inspires and/or makes me laugh you will see it here" post :) I feel like I should post a reward for the month of … [Read more...] about Ugly Sweaters, Camel hats and Christmas Tree Lane
Eat Local: Papi’s Mex Grill
Papi's Mex Grill Rather than share a recipe this week, I wanted to share a local restaurant that we often eat at I thought you'd really enjoy! Papi's Mex Grill. Best known for their tacos … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Papi’s Mex Grill
KuniSama: Fried rice for me, sushi for him, great food for all
KuniSama When you’re not a sushi lover, but you are married to one – it can be tricky to find just the right place to enjoy a meal out that satisfied both of your cravings. My husband loves sushi. He … [Read more...] about KuniSama: Fried rice for me, sushi for him, great food for all
Owls, Wizards, and Golden Snitches- Barnes and Noble’s Magical Holiday Ball
This year all the Barnes & Noble bookstores, including our local Fresno location, hosted a Magical Holiday Ball inspired by the Harry Potter books. (Specifically the Yule Ball highlighted in the … [Read more...] about Owls, Wizards, and Golden Snitches- Barnes and Noble’s Magical Holiday Ball