For Vikki Mitchell and her husband Pat, coffee is more than a daily habit—it’s a way to build community. As the owners of The Human Bean Central California, they’ve turned their love of coffee and community into a thriving network of locally focused drive-thru coffee shops across the Central Valley and Central Coast.
Sure, I call myself “a vegetarian who appreciates a good steak,” but there are times I want to say, “Go Fish.” I admit there are times I’ve had strange seafood-dining experiences, including a plate of little more than bones, a few bits of flesh, and a head. This time around, The Great Food Search has found some tasty offerings to share.
I’ve lived in Fresno County since 1980 (plus three years at Fresno State). I’ve been to a lot of restaurants, and I’ve been to some restaurants lots. I’m going to share a few of my go-to places where I ought to earn frequent-flyer discounts.
When Fresno’s Rogue Festival comes to the Tower District in February and March, I am there, to review shows . . . and to eat. Over the years, I have written many Great Food Search articles in March about restaurants in the area. I have been asked, “Haven’t you eaten at every place in the Tower that serves food?” and my answer is, “Not yet.”
Comfort food has a way of wrapping us in warmth, bringing a sense of nostalgia, and making even the toughest days a little easier. The best part? Some of the most satisfying dishes require little effort. Whether you’re busy with work, tired from daily responsibilities, or simply want a low-maintenance meal, there are plenty of comfort foods that practically cook themselves.
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Fresno, BB’s Gelateria is more than just a dessert shop—it’s a celebration of heritage, community, and a passion for authentic Italian flavors. Since opening its doors in January, BB’s Gelateria has quickly become a beloved gathering place, offering rich, creamy gelato, refreshing Italian sodas, and an old-school ice cream parlor atmosphere that invites visitors to sit, play, and stay a while.
As we tiptoe into March and spring, the next holiday on my calendar is St. Patrick’s Day, when everyone gets a chance to be temporarily Irish. What delectable fare should the Great Food Search seek to celebrate the Emerald Isle? How about corned beef?
Now that she’s embraced both working in her family’s bakery and her gift for creating magical fortune-filled fortune cookies, Felicity Jin is excited to be catering the wedding between Leanne Lum and Colton Wu. While Felicity is sure that her mother’s equally magical egg tart cake will be delicious and ensure happiness, the battling between the groom’s divorced parents sets an ominous tone that begins with the former Mrs. Wu giving money in a foreboding white envelope instead of an appropriate lucky red one.
Here at KRL we love featuring businesses in the Tower District. This week we are chatting with the owner of Frosted Cakery, Beverly Gable, who opened the bakery with her daughter Megan.
Chocolate and Valentine's Day go hand in hand, but what about murder? Kim Davis serves up a mysterious sweet treat in Chocolate Can Be Deadly, book seven in her Cupcake Catering Series. If readers are new to the series, this title can be read as a standalone.
