Don't want to hit up that chain coffee spot? No problem! The Fresno and Clovis area has more than enough local coffee spots to suit your needs wherever you are in town. If you see something … [Read more...] about Visit these local coffee spots in Fresno and Clovis
13 Prime Steak officially opens in Clovis
Recently I got the chance to check out a new steakhouse. Located in Clovis, 13 Prime Steak has been doing soft openings for the last two weeks and is now ready for the public to check out its … [Read more...] about 13 Prime Steak officially opens in Clovis
The Revue celebrates one-year anniversary with new mural
Locally owned and operated coffee house, The Revue, located at 620 E. Olive in the heart of Fresno’s Tower District, will be celebrating its one-year anniversary this Saturday, Aug. 25, with … [Read more...] about The Revue celebrates one-year anniversary with new mural
Lanna Coffee Co. launches “Valley Children’s Blend” to raise funds for hospital
Fresno-based Lanna Coffee Co. has launched a new product designed to raise funds for Valley Children’s Hospital. "Valley Children’s Blend" is a medium roast with vanilla undertones and a … [Read more...] about Lanna Coffee Co. launches “Valley Children’s Blend” to raise funds for hospital
Fresno Flavor: Taste Kitchen
Welcome to Fresno Flavor! In this episode I check out a favorite local food truck that has recently opened a brick-and-mortar location in the Sunnyside area of Fresno. Chef Martin Franco … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Taste Kitchen
Basilwood Farm now offering tasty bites, cheese-making classes and more!
Basilwood Farm, located just above Fresno in the hills of Prather, CA, is a family-owned and -operated goat farm known for its nourishing skincare products. This fantastic farm is no … [Read more...] about Basilwood Farm now offering tasty bites, cheese-making classes and more!
Tower District Records presents Don’t Let the Door Hit You Music Festival
When Tower District Records proprietor Bob Lambert found out that four-piece pop outfit SpyGenius was coming to Fresno from Canterbury, U.K., he decided to make a party of it. Bringing … [Read more...] about Tower District Records presents Don’t Let the Door Hit You Music Festival
Hemisphere Home is where local art meets worldly treasures
I recently got to interview business owner Roseanne Guaglianone, and it was a real pleasure. She has a wonderful presence, and the environment of her store, Hemisphere Home, is … [Read more...] about Hemisphere Home is where local art meets worldly treasures
Come hungry for the Fresno Food Expo’s Expolicious
One of Fresno’s tastiest events returns to the Fresno Convention Center this Thursday, July 26. The 8th annual Fresno Food Expo will showcase more than 140 California food and beverage … [Read more...] about Come hungry for the Fresno Food Expo’s Expolicious
Tower District’s Hi-Top launches line of branded coffee
This month, Hi-Top Coffee in the Tower District officially began selling its own line of coffee featuring beans from Colombia, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Peru—roasted right here in Fresno. … [Read more...] about Tower District’s Hi-Top launches line of branded coffee
Check out Crazy Squirrel Games for cards, games, and community
If you're battling boredom, there's a squirrel that can save you. Seriously! Crazy Squirrel Games is a locally owned business that's full of family fun, games, and, yes, even … [Read more...] about Check out Crazy Squirrel Games for cards, games, and community
Cool off for a good cause with Parkway Pops by Ooh De Lolli
Welcome to summer! While we're sweating our brains out, we might as well find refreshing, locally made treats that benefit children, right? Enter Ooh De Lolli. If you haven't heard of … [Read more...] about Cool off for a good cause with Parkway Pops by Ooh De Lolli
House of JuJu team opens Papa’s Place in Clovis
When people ask me what the best place to eat in Clovis is, I’ve only ever given one answer: House of JuJu in Old Town. Their burgers, flatbreads, and salads with an endless combination of … [Read more...] about House of JuJu team opens Papa’s Place in Clovis
Corn expected to arrive this week at Fresno State
[Update 6/6: Fresno State has announced the corn will definitely be available beginning at 7 a.m. Friday, June 8!] Word on the street is Fresno State corn will be going on sale this week … [Read more...] about Corn expected to arrive this week at Fresno State
Growing our own… cottage food businesses
I think it’s important for writers to be clear about and be able to back up their own biases. When it comes to growing our local economy, I think the best way to do this is to support … [Read more...] about Growing our own… cottage food businesses
Enzo Olive Oil’s ‘Fresno Chili’ receives Best in Show honors
A local olive oil producer took the top prize at the 4th Annual San Joaquin Valley Olive Oil Competition. The contest, which is in partnership with The Big Fresno Fair, is open to all … [Read more...] about Enzo Olive Oil’s ‘Fresno Chili’ receives Best in Show honors
Fresno Flavor: Oaxaca Mexican Restaurant
[The contest for the gift certificate has ended. Thanks to everyone who entered and congratulations to our winner!] Guys, I'm excited about this one. In this episode of Fresno Flavor, … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Oaxaca Mexican Restaurant
The 2018 FresYes Guide to Farmers Markets
It's that wonderful time of year again when Valley spring crops are at their peak and summer crops are just around the corner. That's right, it's farmers market season! Each year, it is … [Read more...] about The 2018 FresYes Guide to Farmers Markets
Get fresh-pressed juices and custom salads at newly opened Jugo
We all want to eat better but we don't always have time (or know how) to create cold-pressed juices and healthy snacks for ourselves. Luckily, the latest trend in fast food taps into our … [Read more...] about Get fresh-pressed juices and custom salads at newly opened Jugo
New lunch spot in Downtown Fresno has old ties to the neighborhood
A favorite downtown Fresno lunch spot has re-opened in the Galleria with a new name. Ragazzo's is a quick service Italian restaurant co-owned by Executive Chef Gerald Chiarito and … [Read more...] about New lunch spot in Downtown Fresno has old ties to the neighborhood
You need more Patio Café in your life
As a lifelong Fresno resident, there are some local businesses that I consider to be institutions. Staples. Givens. These are the places we "all" know about, hold dear in our hearts, and … [Read more...] about You need more Patio Café in your life
HoP PK is the love child of beer and Mediterranean food
Chafic Dada and Tommy Caprelian met at a Visalia craft beer event in 2013. Chafic was part of a Visalia family that had opened three Mediterranean restaurants that all featured craft beer. … [Read more...] about HoP PK is the love child of beer and Mediterranean food
Vote for Fulton Street to receive a $25,000 cash prize
Downtown Fresno's Fulton Street needs your vote to help win a $25,000 cash prize in a national contest hosted by Independent We Stand. The goal of the America's Main Streets contest … [Read more...] about Vote for Fulton Street to receive a $25,000 cash prize
Passion for brewing: the Fulton Street Coffee story
In 2013, Octavio Vargas was in college, had recently lost a close friend, and needed something positive to focus on. When he met restaurateur and business owner, Carlos Contreras, who hired … [Read more...] about Passion for brewing: the Fulton Street Coffee story
10 reasons to visit Sierra Nut House Wine Bar and Bistro
If you've lived in the Fresno area for any length of time, chances are you've either given or received a gift of delicious dried fruit or nuts from Sierra Nut House at least once. Sierra … [Read more...] about 10 reasons to visit Sierra Nut House Wine Bar and Bistro