Evelyne Vivies

The Magic of 210 in Visalia

by Evelyne Vivies


Of all the battles one might choose to pick at this moment in history, fighting for the right to party may seem low on the list. But don’t tell that to the masses of people huddled in front of Richard Garoogian and his group of impromptu musicians, singers, and comedians that make their way to the 210 every Saturday morning for their Morning Cup of Jazz.

Orange Valley Cafe in Visalia, Coming Out of Hiding

by Evelyne Vivies


"Wow, this shop is amazing, it's a hidden gem,” said a customer sampling early navel orange ice cream.
From behind the counter I chuckled and pointed to the two newspapers articles on the wall, both of which describe Orange Valley Cafe with the very words "hidden gem.” But what is so gem-like about Orange Valley Cafe? What's really between the bread? And what is in that mystifying orange ice cream?

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