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    OC Libraries Offer Chocolate History Class for Valentine's Day

    Celebrate the holiday with a deep dive into the origins and evolution of chocolate.

    BagelFest Expands to Los Angeles With April Event

    Trader Joe's Fans Discover Brilliant Frozen Meal Hack

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    Sonoma Chef Armando Navarro Brings Seasonal Flair to El Dorado Kitchen

    The chef has guided the kitchen at the signature restaurant since 2011, showcasing local ingredients and a wine country perspective.

    Feb. 10, 2026

    Sonoma Chef Armando Navarro Brings Seasonal Flair to El Dorado Kitchen

    The acclaimed chef has guided the signature restaurant's kitchen since 2011, showcasing local ingredients and a wine country perspective.

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    Summerland Winery Pinot Noir 2007 Impresses Wine Tasters

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    Beer

    Green Flash Brewing Releases Imperial IPA

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    Dining Out

    Bay Area Restaurants Brace for Busy Valentine's Day Weekend

    Fresno Restaurants Brace for Valentine's Day Reservation Cancelations

    Ocean Beach's Elvira Debuts a Roman Supper That Feels Like Dinner at Nonna's
    Desserts

    New Girl Scout Cookie Flavor Exploremores Delivers Rocky Road Indulgence

    Chocolate Bash Opening New Flagship Location Across from Disneyland

    Chocolate Bash to Open Second Flagship Location Near Disneyland
    Barbecue

    Heritage Barbecue's Daniel Castillo to Headline Ecology Center's Guest Chef Series

    Fire Damages Popular Pleasant Hill BBQ Restaurant
    Cocktails

    Ford's Gin Designed as Versatile Bartender's Choice

    El Chingon Celebrates National Margarita Day with Destilado Tequila
    Healthy Food

    Sonoma County Peanut Butter Food Drive Kicks Off

    Bread & Broth Celebrates 36 Years of Feeding South Lake Tahoe's Food-Insecure
    Coffee

    Man Opens Coffee Shop to Honor Late Girlfriend's Dream

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    Recipes

    Ace Hardware's Viral Frozen Pies Become TikTok Sensation

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    Italian Food

    Classic Italian Dining Endures at Santa Rosa's Ca'Bianca

    New York-Italian Deli Opens in Santa Cruz's Live Oak Neighborhood