I must have driven by this winery a hundred times always meaning to stop and never doing it. Sunday I was traveling back from Glen County and decided it was time knowing I needed birthday presents and the chance to chat with a new friend. T
What a glorious way to spend a Friday night than with my daughter and her bf. She promised me jalapeño mac n cheese and steak, but as they do often on Fridays plans changed. We snuck off to this Orland gem where we were also blessed with an
We have a few bars in town but the GW is an old reliable. Great staff of bartenders keep an orderly location allowing everyone to have fun and unwind. Their alcohol selection is vast, staff knowledgeable and super friendly… heck I’ve been i
It is my daughter’s birthday and this was her choice to have her first legal drink. This is the crown jewel of Orland, what a beautiful spot. It has a spot where they sell honey, a coffee bar, restaurant and well stocked bar too. The staff
Oakland and Grand Avenue are a culinary delight. Snuck down here on a time crunch before a college football game and thought I entered a slice of heaven. The restaurant was very busy and the staff attentive and knowledgeable. We chose the a
Tried this with a friend after hearing great things, I wasn’t disappointed. The upgrades done by Soul Community Planet (SCP) are phenomenal keeping the spirit of the original while fashioning it in their image. We were served by Kate who wa
I hadn’t been to the Broiler in 15 years and was amazed it was a good now as it was then. It is warm, comfortable and inviting like going to a favorite relatives house. The host was bright and personable while the staff was there to satisf
A beautiful spot overlooking our own Noyo Harbor where no expense for aesthetic beauty has been overlooked. Our server Serenity was a great guide for the experience. I recommend the Candy Cap 🍄 old fashioned, a great blast to your palette w
Saturday brought a new group of family to Redding and we chose Corbett’s. They have a convenient downtown location in the middle of everything. Good size for small and large parties alike, we were greeted and seated swiftly. The server was
What a welcome addition to the local fare in Willows. Yummy well appointed spot with a warm and pleasant feel. The staff is friendly and accommodating. I absolutely love their glasses, you can see one in my pictures. The food was well prepa
What a find in downtown Redding! We were looking for Summer Nights at the Park which wasn’t open so this place struck us as a fitting replacement. It reminds me of the hamburger spots from my youth and the location is outstanding right near
JK Boots is a premier hand maid manufacturer of boots for the discriminating buyer. The gentleman working there was very knowledgeable and professional he quickly got to business and measured the customer. We all know the importance of cra
Amazing way to spend a Saturday with my kids looking for boots. This one we rolled into immediately after JK and we noticed the quality right away. The gentleman helping us greeted us right immediately and juggled two other customers profes
No trip is complete to the coast without a trip to Eggheads. It was the number one requested place for directions when I was in hospitality. Today I ventured to this veritable OZ with my son and boy did we catch the yellow brick road. It is
I got a special treat for Father’s Day, a chance to try a new restaurant and see all of my children and their significant others. Our county seat is in Ukiah and this restaurant is on the north side downtown. It is an interesting area with
Pretty exciting move for this beloved local building as a new entry to the local Mexican food battle. I love the way you can see the food being prepared and interact with the staff. A small selection of tables for those that want to stay. V
I’d always been wanting to try Cucina Verona for breakfast and today I got the chance. Breakfast is a meal where there never seems to be much variety. As you see from my pictures they have many impressive additions like cured meats, fine ch
This spot has been an institution in Mendocino for as long as I’ve been around and the newest incarnation, Goodlife, might be the best. It gets rave reviews, is popular with locals and visitors AND always has a line out the door. An extens
The Pudding Creek Trestle is a local landmark that has a long tradition in the community. It has beautiful views and is a favorite place to use as a backdrop for pictures. It is majestic and renowned as a part of our long coastal trail freq
The Mendocino Cafe has been a stable staple of dining on the coast for as long as I can remember. It has a cool fusion of foods to tantalize your culinary pallet to take you to another level of appreciation. The atmosphere there is very rel