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November 19, 2025
Thai Score
Intimately involved with food throughout her entire life, Kae Bailes was born and raised in northeastern Thailand before moving to Santa Cruz 22 years...
November 12, 2025
Shaping Up
Entrée favorites at Circle & Square are chargrilled ribeye steak with chimichurri, a pork belly sandwich and weekend seafood specials.
November 5, 2025
Amore Foray
For Patrice Boyle, founding and owning the thoroughly Italian bistro La Posta is the dovetailed culmination of her evolved passions throughout life.
October 29, 2025
Casa de Masa
At San Marcos Charquito, traditional favorites are as authentic as it gets north of the border. Lupita’s quesadilla is one headliner; tortas and burritos are also hits, with fish, shrimp and al pastor tacos on handmade tortillas.
October 22, 2025
Cross Cultural
Jia Tellas Cambodian cuisine includes red curry stew with chicken and veggies, spicy basil chicken stir fry and a traditional deep-fried white fish.
October 15, 2025
Sweet Feats
At Ashby Confections, flagship chocolate stand-outs include truffles like fresh banana, mocha, roasted hazelnut and award-winning raspberry.
October 8, 2025
Bon, Vin Vivant!
Vin Vivant wine bar is small and quaint, with vintage art, a plant wall and an ocean view patio providing ample ambiance. The wine selection features 400 labels.
October 1, 2025
Cafe Society
In the heart of downtown Soquel, The Ugly Mug is inspired by the beatnik cafés of yesteryear, a comfy place to hang out and meet with friends.
