Warrior Festus Ezeli Feasts on Sugar Plum
Tik Tok users may have recently seen a clip of former Golden State Warrior (2012-2016), Festus Ezeli, enjoying a hearty breakfast burrito and a giant blueberry waffle at Concord’s Sugar…
Pairing with Christmas Ales
I love traditions because taking part in them allows you to recall fond memories of years past. Traditions are worth preserving whether they are spending time with people you see…
Plan B is for Bambino’s, the Best Pizza in Town
When Henryk Glodek purchased Bambino’s in Concord in March of 2023, it was his life’s Plan B should his primary job end. He knew he would be tasked with carrying…
Sugar Plum Coffee Shop Turns 65!
By David King Sugar Plum, known as the 2nd oldest-running restaurant in Concord, is now another year older (Barney’s Hickory Pit is the oldest) and will be celebrating its 65th…
European Delights Bakery, Treats from Old-World Recipes
European Delights is a small and little known bakery in Walnut Creek that specializes in old country European bakery recipes. And those that know there is a difference will be…
Mi Casita’s Traditional Mexican Cuisine Is Winning Over Martinez
By David King Mi Casita Mexican Cuisine opened at the start of the year and has already impressed the community. Nominated by a local resident as one of the Best…
Concord’s Papi Clary’s Kitchen Recommended to TikTok Food Critic Keith Lee
By David King When the infamous traveling TikTok food critic, Keith Lee, announced that he was coming to the Bay Area, his followers listed several locations that he should visit.…
The Most Delicious Time of the Year – Comfort Food Month 2023
The Concord culinary community has entered the New Year comfortably by designating January as Comfort Food Month. In previous years, this celebration originated as Comfort Food Week, but expanded to…
Pair UP: Carnitas Mexicanas
Sangria, El Torito Mexican Caesar Salad, Betty’s Baja Bean Pasta Salad, Slow-Cooker Carnitas, and Cardamom Mango Custard Mexican food is perfect for the fall. It utilizes the last of the…
pair up!: Vegetarian BBQ
By Maria Terry I have many people in my life who choose not to eat meat. I believe that one can create delicious meals centered on vegetables, and no one…
Desert Heat Leads to Watermelon Cultivation
By David King The history of watermelon traces back to North Africa. The flesh of wild-grown watermelons had a hard texture, pale color, and either a bitter or bland taste.According…
PAIR UP! ‘Round the World with St. Patrick
By Maria Terry I love St. Patrick’s Day because it is a holiday that celebrates fun. Usually, there isn’t an extensive family commitment. There aren’t any presents to buy, costumes…