Chicken and waffles has become a brunch staple in recent years, but ubiquity doesn’t always equal perfection. At downtown Santa Cruz newcomer Firefly Tavern, chef Jose Ortega does the dish justice — and not just on weekends, either.
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Eaters Digest: Rockfish ceviche at H&H Fresh Fish Co.
Following a delayed crab season and a canceled salmon season, Santa Cruz seafood market H&H Fresh Fish Co. has expanded its line of ready-made products featuring fresh, locally caught fish.
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Eaters Digest: Birichino’s 2022 Pétillant malvasia bianca in a can
You can count on Birichino winemakers John Locke and Alex Krause to consistently create delicious and thoughtful wines, frequently bucking convention by using lesser-known varietals from unique vineyards with big personalities. Birichino’s growing list of pétillant naturel sparkling wine now includes 2022 pétillant malvasia bianca in a 250-mL can. Lily Belli has more on that, plus local foodie events and more.
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Eaters Digest: Woodhouse X STS9 Wilder Santa Cruz Session IPA
As summer warms up, Santa Cruz’s Woodhouse Brewing releases a collaboration beer to celebrate next month’s two-night visit to UCSC’s Quarry Amphitheater by Sound Tribe Sector 9. Lily Belli has that and other local brews to try this week, plus local foodie events and more.
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Eaters Digest: Berries at Prevedelli Farms
Lily Belli brings you her recommendations for what to eat in Santa Cruz County, along with a weekly guide to the most important food and drink events in the area. She’ll also point you to Lookout’s list of area food guides and the best in food news.
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Eaters Digest: Honey B Market’s cashew-milk soft serve
Lily Belli brings you her recommendations for what to eat in Santa Cruz County, along with a weekly guide to the most important food and drink events in the area. She’ll also point you to Lookout’s list of area food guides and the best in food news.
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Eaters Digest: Special Noodle’s Numbing and Spicy Dan Dan Noodles
Lily Belli brings you her recommendations for what to eat in Santa Cruz County, along with a weekly guide to the most important food and drink events in the area. She’ll also point you to Lookout’s growing list of area food guides and the best in food news.
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EATERS DIGEST: Tacos and treats at Capitola Mall, fundraiser for Pie Ranch and Clam Chowder Cook-Off
Find quesabirria tacos, honey cake and more at locally owned businesses in the food court at the Capitola Mall. This weekend, chef Diego Felix fundraises for Pie Ranch and the Clam Chowder Cook-Off returns to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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EATERS DIGEST: PilsGNAR fest returns, plus standouts at Vim and Alderwood Pacific
This week, Humble Sea Brewing Co. celebrates pilsner with a packed lineup at its PilsGNAR fest this Saturday, Paradise Beach Grille reopens in Capitola Village and dishes to savor from Vim Dining & Desserts and Alderwood Pacific.
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EATERS DIGEST: Valentine’s Day treats and events; Whale City Bakery to open Aptos location
Looking for a fun way to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day? Grab a ticket to a pop-up dinner and wine pairing, or scoop up a special treat for you and your sweeties to share. Plus, two local restaurants open new locations in Santa Cruz and Aptos.