… COVID positivity has dropped, the mask mandate has been lifted, and the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History is ramping up its schedule of community events to pre-pandemic levels. One event series in particular caught my eye, as it brings together two of my passionate interests — cocktails and history. If sipping cocktails […]
Food & Drink
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EATERS DIGEST: Vasili’s closing, new venture for Hanloh chef and chowder cook-off returns
A Mission Street staple is shuttering this weekend, though the spot might not be vacant long. Lily Belli also checks in on the next move for chef Lalita Kaewsawang and runs down foodie events you don’t want to miss in her latest Eaters Digest.
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Hard Core Compost receives grant from CalRecycle to improve site
The worker-owned Hard Core Compost recently received a grant from CalRecycle to expand its operations — as the state mandate for composting goes into effect. Lily Belli takes us on a tour of the bicycle-powered group and how their work is improving the local environment.
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Lily Belli on Food: Humble Sea’s Felton foray, ample crustaceans and kid-friendly places
UC Santa Cruz student Tommy Alejandrez was living on the streets when he met former NFL player Zack Follett on a busy…
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EATERS DIGEST: Humble Sea Tavern opens, Fungus Fair fun and about that Kimchi Dog
Though the calendar claims it’s winter, Lily Belli is feeling in a springtime mood. The latest Eaters Digest contains the latest news about Humble Sea’s new location in Felton, a taste of the kimchi dog at Steamer Lane Supply, a preview of a fungus fair this weekend, and much more.
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Lily Belli on Food: Masks staying on at Gayle’s, Rosie McCann’s to reopen, and Marco’s seltzer addiction
UC Santa Cruz student Tommy Alejandrez was living on the streets when he met former NFL player Zack Follett on a busy…
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This Valentine’s Day, win their heart with latte art
Let Lookout’s Max Chun show you how espresso and steamed milk becomes a drinkable work of art.
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EATERS DIGEST: Missed out on that Valentine’s Day reservation? Fear not
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Lily Belli has some ideas for you — both traditional and more alternative. She also has a rundown of the local SF Beer Week calendar, with events and specials happening around Santa Cruz County.
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Valentine’s Day: The extravagant, the low-key, and the socially distant
Not sure what to do for the day of lovers? Lookout’s Max Chun takes a look at various options available for a fun day or evening around Santa Cruz.
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Suds ahoy: The Santa Cruz County guide to SF Beer Week
Whether you’re a hophead, big on Belgians, serious about sours or a lover of lagers, let Lily Belli give you the local roadmap as a Bay Area institution kicks off 10 days of brewerific festivities Friday.
