Heads up, foodies: I’m now sending alerts every time I publish a story. Sign up for texts from me here. Thanks to those of you who’ve already subscribed and offered your thoughts! And catch up on my recent work here. … A half-dozen new restaurants are filling vacant storefronts in downtown Santa Cruz in the […]
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EATERS DIGEST: Mariposa Coffee finds permanent home, Cat & Cloud turns 6 and one of the best tacos ever
Mariposa Coffee has found a permanent home for its Cuban coffees and vegetarian pastries and sandwiches in downtown Santa Cruz. Plus, one of the best tacos in the county and a local coffee chain turns 6.
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Lily Belli on Food: Alderwood adding Pacific Ave. location, an epic apple tasting and great guanciale
Heads up, foodies: I’m now sending alerts every time I publish a story. Sign up for texts from me here. Thanks to those of you who’ve already subscribed and offered your thoughts! And catch up on my recent work here. … It’s official: Downtown Santa Cruz’s Alderwood will open a second location on Pacific Avenue, […]
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As Pleasure Point braces for change, its development issues resonate all over Santa Cruz County
With Santa Cruz County’s sustainability plan moving toward approval, one notoriously independent surf-centered neighborhood sits in the crosshairs of future change. How fast things along the Portola Drive corridor are disrupted, and how many new units of housing are involved, are among the unknowns. The issues in Pleasure Point mirror much of the housing-related controversies now happening in downtown Santa Cruz, along the city’s corridors, in Soquel, and soon, more widely across the entire county.
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MAH’s ‘CommonGround’ traverses Santa Cruz County — and the globe
From aerial dancers on the walls around Abbott Square downtown to performances at Evergreen Cemetery and installations at local farmers markets, on Soquel Creek in Capitola and in the Davenport Jail, the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History is going the extra mile to introduce its new biennial festival.
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Building our green town squares: Nesh Dhillon talks growth, future of Santa Cruz farmers markets
Nesh Dhillon has managed Santa Cruz Community Farmers’ Markets for more than 20 years. In that time, he has ushered in an expansion of five thriving markets from Felton to Live Oak and the inclusion of the global ready-to-eat food now satisfying our appetites.
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Santa Cruz County farmers markets: Frequently asked questions
If you’re visiting one of Santa Cruz County’s farmers markets, you’re certain to find locally grown fruits and vegetables, prepared food to eat there or take home, and handcrafted treats. But you might have a few questions before you walk out the door, like: What’s the parking situation like? Do I need to stop at […]
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Santa Cruz County farmers markets: Nine tips to make the most of your trip
So you’ve read up on the history of the markets and know what to expect when you get there, like which markets accept EBT and to leave Fido at home. In fact, heading to the farmers market and returning home with fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods and even frozen food is becoming one of the […]
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Santa Cruz County farmers markets: The definitive guide to locations, vendors and shopping tips
With the warmer weather comes the return of Santa Cruz County’s farmers markets. To celebrate, we’ve updated our Farmers Market Guide for 2023. Check it out below to find everything you need to know about the county’s beloved farmers markets. And be sure to read our profiles of local farmers market vendors. We’ll be adding […]
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Affordability, teacher housing, student well-being: Superintendent outlines county’s top challenges
As schools welcomed students back to classrooms this past week, education leaders, including Santa Cruz County Superintendent Faris Sabbah, are ready to focus on student well-being, workforce housing solutions and funding. Local education faces the same issues as all employers — and increasing worries about a “fiscal cliff” even amid this year’s unprecedented state allocations.