Passport to the Great Out There

Over 800 wine enthusiasts attended El Dorado Winery Association’s (EDWA) 30th annual event featuring deliciously crafted food and wine pairings at over 20 participating wineries. Read More »

Drink Up: The Importance of H20

We’re all bodies of water. In fact, “up to 60% of the human body is water,” says Donna Webb, instructor, personal trainer, and nutrition consultant at THE STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness. Read More »

Take a Hike to Tahoe Vista Trail

The reputation and fame of Lake Tahoe is validated by the views at the top, offering world-class beauty just a stone’s throw away from home. Read More »

Fun in the Sun: 3 Inviting Outdoor Spaces

Longer, light-filled days and balmy temps give us plenty of reasons to celebrate. From weekend barbecues and pool parties to Sunday brunches, it’s time to step outside and soak up the sun. Whether you’re a pitmaster pro, hostess with the mostess, or the type to sit back and relax with a cocktail, we have a backyard design to suit you. Read More »

The Queen City: Discover Cincinnati

It’s early April, and my wife, Wendy, and I are thinking about doing something fun for our 20th wedding anniversary. Hawaii seems like a good choice, but the Covid travel restrictions are a bit onerous. How about Santa Monica—the place where a lot of our courtship took place, and a piece of the world we love? “No, I’ve got it! Let’s go to Ohio—Cincinnati to be exact!” Wendy turns, looks at me, and with a big smile says: “Yes! That's perfect.” Read More »

BF Miyabi

Once again, the fish was the star of the show—not over-sauced or doused in over-the-top condiments, which is often the case with sushi—just great product and clean, simple presentation… Read More »

Foodie Find: Wing Mahal

Once, while working as an erstwhile bartender and cook in my hometown, I heard my mentor admonish a customer for licking their fingers while eating. That bit of mannering stuck with me most of my life—until experiencing Wing Mahal in Folsom. Read More »

Juicy Fruits: 4 Berry Good Recipes

Nutritious, delicious, and bursting with flavor, berries are the cream of the summer crop. Make the most of this year’s bounty with our sweet roundup of recipes. Read More »

Where We Live: June 2021

Local resident Chris Maehr takes advantage of a balmy summer evening on Folsom Lake. He coined the term "Wake Surf Wednesday" where all his friends are invited to join him for an after-work sunset cruise. Read More »

13 Summer Must-Haves

We found 13 products to kick of your Summer right! Read on for this month's summer must-haves... Read More »