Your ultimate excuse to indulge in a Sunday Funday is here—look no further than brunch with Ignis Provisions. The husband-and-wife duo of Daniel and Bri Cortez are serving up a brilliant brunch at Riaza Winery in Lodi, and you do not want to miss these […]
For this monthly feature, we typically highlight the seasonal bounty available in San Joaquin County. But we think NOW is the time to celebrate the award-winning olive oils and balsamic vinegars of one of the nation’s finest olive oil producers. After all, this is the […]
Just in time to celebrate the New Year, we’re letting you in on a food and wine pairing that will blow your mind! Lodi’s award-winning sparkling wines served alongside a freshly popped bowl of gourmet popcorn. Can you think of a more festive pairing? Whether […]
Santa wants to know if you’ve been naughty or nice this year? Either way, everyone could use a bottle of wine in their stocking to help take the edge off during the craziness of the season! We’ve rounded up five, award-winning, affordable Lodi wines to […]
Ice Cream – If sweet and creamy is what you are in the mood for, visit FrostedLUV for eggnog ice-cream, brought to you by Sacramento’s famous Gunther’s Ice-Cream. 4027 E. Morada Ln., Ste. 120 Stockton Coffee – Get your daily dose of joe blended with […]
Not to be confused with tequila, mezcal is a smokey liquor used to create cocktails with many flavors, from earthy to floral to fruit-forward. And while many think of mezcal as a type of tequila, it’s actually the other way around. Not all mezcals are […]
Everyone knows about tamales, but if you haven’t grown up around these traditions, many of the other popular Mexican Christmas dishes might be less familiar. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your heritage or expand your cultural horizons this holiday season, you can’t go wrong […]
SJC is home to many coffee makers who demonstrate passion, innovation, and expertise of their craft on a daily basis. But ask any of them what their favorite part of being in the business is, and the answer is always the same: the connections they […]
If you’ve ever flipped through SJ Mag, browsed the local food and wine scene on Instagram, or attended a local charity event, chances are you’ve come across something written, posted, or organized by Suzanne Ledbetter. A Fresno native, Suzanne started volunteering as a way to […]
The Mediterranean bistro that has long served Lincoln Center residents opened a second location this year for many reasons, amongst those to cater to a new clientele with the same proven menu of high-end yet casual cuisine. The differences between the two spaces—the Lodi location […]
Ten years ago, in the heart of Mazatlan Mexico, I tasted a dish that changed my life. It was a piping hot bowl of sizzling goodness—and they called it a molcajete. I returned to the states in search of a restaurant that could satisfy my […]
From cheese to chocolate, fondue is comforting, cozy, casual, and communal. In other words—everything you need to entertain friends without all the fuss this holiday season. It pairs perfectly with the crisp, cool evenings, freshly baked breads, and a smorgasbord of seasonal produce. Hailing from […]
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