It doesn’t get much better than a freshly prepared latte on a chilly winter day. Or does it? Imagine yourself nestled in a brick laced alley, settled at one of the tables dotting the patio. Barreled plants keep you company under the crisp, blue skies […]
‘Tis the season to be jolly! And what better way to kindle that holiday spirit than by cooling down during your last minute shopping spree with a Peppermint Bark Milkshake? Your friends at the Pink Turtle Shoppe in Tracy are ready to take a step […]
There’s definitely a reason why this fruit’s Latin name means “Food of the Gods.” Persimmons are delightfully sweet treats to slip your spoon into when ripened. Originating from China, the persimmon has travelled across the world and split into several variations of itself, including the […]
Looking for a memento from all those trips to the winery, but can’t quite fit a barrel into the backseat of your car? Why not go for a clock? Rick Serna of Lodi Barrel Designs has taken our Lodi Appellation by storm, crafting unique furniture […]
When you’ve got the gumption to think outside the box, things can get a little twisted. And that’s how they like it at Twisted Barrel Winery, where wicked results are expected out of each and every barrel. Owners Verl Tanner, Mark Tanner, and Mike Salimbeni […]
Ginger’s super-charged benefits! From ginger tea and infused smoothies to gingerbread—it seems as if everyone is head over heels for the flowering plant’s rhizome (root), which has been cultivated and used in cultures throughout the globe for centuries. This special spice has cropped up in […]
If you’ve strolled along the grape vines at twilight, or enjoyed an evening tasting at one of Lodi’s wineries, you’ve probably heard the tell-tale screech of an owl overhead. Perhaps you’ve been lucky enough to spot those flapping wings-off for a late night snack-hard at […]
Reduce Holiday Stress & Worry the Natural Way When winter comes, the season’s holiday cheer may be tinged with dread. The excessive time commitments, gift buying, hosting duties, and traditions can take a toll on our psyche. Instead of letting an overwhelming to-do list get […]
How to maintain your new year’s resolutions Most people have a resolution in mind during the countdown to the New Year. Plenty have guzzled down their last bit of champagne, vowing to give up that bad habit once and for all and gain the physique […]
Are you stumped about what to get that special guy who geeks out over the coolest new gadgets and gizmos? We put together this list to help you out! The Nerdy Guy: PlayStation 4 Virtual Reality Headset Virtual reality is finally here to stay. You […]
Our community is something special. We come from all walks of life, striving to build up the region we call home. It’s certainly something to take pride in, which many of us do. But now there’s a non-profit that showcases that pride in t-shirt form. […]
Who’d have guessed that those lace-lined, ribbon laden bundles of wool would become the mainstream trend for winter 2016? I sure didn’t! But darn it all, if they aren’t the comfiest, warmest garments to wear during the holiday season! That’s right! Suddenly those hand-made sweaters […]
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