Soft-shell crabs, a seasonal seafood par excellence
We don't typically think of seafood as seasonal. Some forms of salmon, sea bass, crustaceans and lobster are available in supermarkets year-round.
Summertime calls for Rosé, Viognier
Ah, summertime and the living is easy: long days, warm evenings and relaxing with friends around the outdoor grill. These are my favorite days of the year and the best time to enjoy chilled, summertime wines such as Rosé and Viognier.
Water district reviewing feasibility of one groundwater zone
Water bills in South County could increase if the Santa Clara
Getting Out: Prepping for Mt. Tallac Challenge
Since New Year's Day, we have been preparing for the hike—no, climb—up Mt. Tallac. At 9,783 feet, Mt. Tallac is the highest peak on the Lake Tahoe rim. We call it the Mt. Tallac Challenge for good reason. As I learned when I recently revisited the mountain, after you climb it, you will no longer be a hiker, you will be a mountaineer.
