Experience Glaum Egg Ranch’s egg-cellent vending machine and other local goodies at the barn store, Santa Cruz County missed by Michelin, plus two local wine events to enjoy this fall.
Aptos
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As plaintiffs put on witnesses, Jackson Browne case still expected to conclude by late next week
The plaintiffs called witnesses to court Wednesday and are expected to do so again Thursday as the Jackson Browne property dispute proceeds in a Santa Cruz courtroom. The matter centered around the Aptos property is expected to be wrapped up by Wednesday or Thursday of next week.
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Famed songwriter Jackson Browne wrestling property dispute in Santa Cruz Superior Court
It’s a three-year-long battle that pits Jackson Browne’s property rights against his neighbors’ want for a construction easement. The case, centered on Porter Gulch Road in Aptos, should be resolved late this week or early next week.
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Basebrawl at Cabrillo: Ousted college coach Bob Kittle speaks out about firing, run for trustee spot
Bob Kittle and the Cabrillo College administration have fought a unique battle this fall — one that will end up in Santa Cruz Superior Court on Jan. 10. It began with his termination in June, which stemmed from what he says was an investigation into on-campus alcohol and COVID-19 safety protocols. It ramped up with his short bid for a position on the same governing board that fired him. His name — one he said he hopes to clear by talking to Lookout — remains on the ballot.
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Farm-to-coffee cup: Three Americas
Given how ubiquitous coffee is — perhaps you’re drinking a cup as you read this — how often do you consider where it comes from? Three Americas, which operates a stand at the Aptos farmers market, challenges us to ask exactly that.
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Lily Belli on Food: Aptos Natural Foods closing, Phil’s new Castroville digs and a fridge reset
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Ashby Confections: Small-batch, handmade treats to satisfy any sweet tooth
Jennifer Ashby’s team at Scotts Valley-based Ashby Confections offers up an array of confections made from locally sourced chocolate and draws inspiration for fruit-flavored candies from the berries and citrus grown on farms around Santa Cruz County.
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EATERS DIGEST: Wines that wowed at Grazing on the Green; Uncork Corralitos celebrates Pajaro producers
A new egg-themed breakfast spot is coming to downtown Santa Cruz, taste Pajaro Valley producers at the inaugural Uncork Corralitos, plus a recap of last weekend’s Gourmet Grazing on the Green — it’s all on the menu for Lily Belli in this week’s Eaters Digest.
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Lily Belli on Food: Feting local winemaking, Manresa Bread’s Westside outpost + Thanksgiving prep
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EATERS DIGEST: Closures startle Aptos, SLV; Uncie Ro’s opens in Watsonville; a PSL for the haters
In this week’s Eaters Digest, Restaurant Malik Williams in Aptos and Ben Lomond’s Tyrolean Inn close their doors, while Uncie Ro’s opens in Watsonville. Plus, Lily Belli suggests two seasonal beverages to imbibe this autumn.