It’s food that’s meant to make you feel good. With fresh, seasonal ingredients, diet-friendly dishes, and a dedication to organic, there’s a reason the man at the helm of Stockton’s The Downtowner—Kevin Gilman—categorizes his cuisine as “good mood food.” The eatery, located in the heart […]
There’s no time like pizza time and in October, which proudly holds the title of National Pizza Month, it’s always time to indulge in a pie. Check out these local pizza joints to get your fill. Margherita Pizza The Margherita Pizza is said to have […]
Danielle Gormley is feeding Lodi one bowl of chia pudding at a time. This healthy alternative to ice cream or other processed desserts is packed with both vitamins and mushrooms. It may sound like a strange combination, but Hello Puddin Chia Company’s loyal following tells […]
Porrón Talk about a good time. This wine vessel is the perfect way to liven up your next dinner party. Originating in the Catalonia region of Spain, the wine pitcher allows multiple guests to sample a given wine from the same utensil without touching their […]
Ever wonder how your favorite beverages end up in cans? Well, when drinks like beer, wine, and coffee are created locally, businesses often reach out to third party companies to package their goods. That’s why four Lodi locals who favor local flavors founded 2M Canning, […]
New to the Scene Meat and Drink Downtown Lodi’s Blend Ultra Lounge has cooked up something fun and exciting for locals looking to hang after work. Owners Michael and Alexis Thorpe have teamed up with Amin Mozeb, a master mixologist, to open Meat and Drink […]
As we lead into fall, we’re swapping out herb-and-citrus-heavy beverages with savory sippers to match the crisp cool evenings and shorter days harvest season brings upon us. The First Leaf at Towne House Restaurant is just the cocktail to welcome this new season. Crafted using […]
Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Bread Ingredients 1 2/3 c. all-purpose flour ¾ c. granulated sugar ¾ c. light brown sugar 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cinnamon ¾ tsp. salt ½ tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. ground nutmeg ¼ tsp. ground clove 2 large eggs 1 […]
Living in the heart of Lodi Wine Country, we have access to some of the finest wines around. But the real question for wine lovers is always this—how do you store it? Whether you have a wine refrigerator, a closet, or a wine cellar, we’re […]
1) January You can never go wrong with a bottle of bubbly. Especially, when ringing in the New Year. There is something about the tiny effervescent bubbles and the clinking of glasses that will make you want to keep the celebration going! 2) February February […]
By the Numbers 1850 The first grapes were planted by Captain Charles Weber, founder of Stockton 1852 The first major vineyard was established at the southern edge of the appellation 1886 The world renowned Bechtold Vineyard is planted by Joseph Spenker 1986 The Lodi Appellation […]
Celebrate National Chocolate Milkshake Day on September 12—and then celebrate s’more—with Pink Turtle Shoppe’s most popular chocolate-centric shake, the s’mores shake. This graham cracker crumbled, marshmallow-toasted beauty is piled high with all the classic s’mores fixings. The shake starts off with Pink Turtle’s ultra chocolate […]
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