Israel Serrano is living the "wheelchair life" in Fresno. Or, in social media speak, he's #LivinWheelchairLife. Paralyzed from the waist down in a car accident when he was just a baby, the 20-year-old … [Read more...] about Israel Serrano lives the ‘wheelchair life’ in Fresno
Mariposa Butterfly Festival
According to my Facebook feed, last weekend was the weekend to visit the mountains. Lots of my friends went to Yosemite or Sequoia National Forest. Seeing some of their pictures reminded me of how … [Read more...] about Mariposa Butterfly Festival
Fresno Underground Supper Takes Foodies on Delicious Journey
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
What do to when you find a lost pet in Fresno
Many friends of my family’s know that we are softies for animals – especially dogs. My husband has never met a (bigger) dog he didn’t like. My son has never met any dog he didn’t like and I tend to be … [Read more...] about What do to when you find a lost pet in Fresno
Cook Local – Strawberry Salsa
Cook Local - Strawberry SalsaThis weekend we went for a drive up Friant Road - Saturday was such a beautiful day, perfect for a drive. On the way home we stopped at Sumner Peck Ranch - we've passed it … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Strawberry Salsa
Saying hello and goodbye to Mexican Consul Vicente Sanchez Ventura
It's nice to see Fresno through the eyes of a visitor every now and then. Someone who hasn't grown up here. Someone who has a different perspective on our city than its native population and long-time … [Read more...] about Saying hello and goodbye to Mexican Consul Vicente Sanchez Ventura
Eat Local: Leilani Hawaiian Shave Ice
One of my most favorite TV channels is Food Network. Over the years I have gathered many recipes from many different shows. I first learned how to make baklava by watching Two Hot Tamales, a show that … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Leilani Hawaiian Shave Ice
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
Updated Spring/Summer 2016 Farmers’ Market Roundup!
With the warmer spring weather upon us, and a sultry Valley summer just ahead I thought it would be a wonderful time to do an updated Farmers’ Market round-up for all of you lovely readers, so you can … [Read more...] about Updated Spring/Summer 2016 Farmers’ Market Roundup!
Cook Local – Easy Homemade Lasagna
Cook Local - Easy Homemade Lasagna Homemade Lasagna is always a hit at family gatherings and with Mother's Day just around the corner....what Mom wouldn't want you to make this amazing deep … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Easy Homemade Lasagna
Book Review: Finding Audrey
Editors Note: What's This? Are we a book review website now? Well no. We're still doing all the great things you've come to love about FresYes. However, this is another from Emma. She's in 7th grade … [Read more...] about Book Review: Finding Audrey
Cheers to 3 years of great beers from House of Pendragon
Its name may conjure Arthurian legend, but Sanger-based brewery House of Pendragon has been busy crafting a tale all its own over the past few years. Tommy Caprelian started House of … [Read more...] about Cheers to 3 years of great beers from House of Pendragon
Pic of the Week Winner
This week the $25.00 gift card goes to Rudy Betancourt for the pic, “On my way home”. Want to know how they did it? Read this post! The rules are simple. Fill out the form at the bottom, … [Read more...] about Pic of the Week Winner
Casa de Fruta
One of the many perks about living in Fresno is that we have quick access to many out of town destinations. We can pretty much go 2.5 -3 hours in any direction, and discover something beautiful. I'm … [Read more...] about Casa de Fruta
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
Opening this weekend: Breakout Fresno!
Ok Fresno, stop what you’re doing, pause the multi-tasking for a moment, and check out our newest, local business celebrating their grand opening this weekend – Breakout Fresno! Breakout Fresno is an … [Read more...] about Opening this weekend: Breakout Fresno!
Cook Local – Roasted Beet Orange and Pistachio Salad
Roasted Beet Orange and Pistachio Salad As spring has sprung here in Fresno there are so many great veggies that are available at the Farmer's Market and delicious local ingredients to be found … [Read more...] about Cook Local – Roasted Beet Orange and Pistachio Salad
FresYes Pic of the Week
This week the $25.00 gift card goes to Mary for the pic, “Poppies”. Want to know how they did it? Read this post! At the end of the week the one with the most ‘LIKES’ wins a … [Read more...] about FresYes Pic of the Week
Eat Local: The Berrock Shop
It seems that every culture has it's own version of some yummy goodness wrapped in dough. There are burritos, gyros, egg rolls, calzones, and even hot pockets! Haha, just kidding. I don't think hot … [Read more...] about Eat Local: The Berrock Shop
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
Three Unique, Lesser Known Hiking Trails to Explore
Last week, I shared with you three beautiful hiking trails that are sure to delight your senses (while providing you with some great exercise!) this Spring. This week – since many of you have been … [Read more...] about Three Unique, Lesser Known Hiking Trails to Explore
Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup
Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup We were working in the yard last week and realized the lemon tree (well more of a giant bush) still had piles and piles of lemons! They are Meyer Lemons and oh so … [Read more...] about Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup
Pastor D.J. Criner carries the legacy of Saint Rest into the future
Saint Rest Baptist Church sits on a large plot of land in southwest Fresno, on a street named for its founding pastor the late Rev. Chester Riggins. The church has roots in this neighborhood much … [Read more...] about Pastor D.J. Criner carries the legacy of Saint Rest into the future
Run Local
For 11 months I have been on a health journey that has resulted in losing 55lbs. I've changed my diet, and started going to the gym on a regular basis. I stopped eating certain things like fast food, … [Read more...] about Run Local
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