by Christina Waters | May 9, 2013 | Home |
From one prurient, salacious, gossipy bonfire of the vanities to another—Jodi Arias, for example—we seem to be devolving into a “culture” of media-addicted ambulence chasers. While details unfold about the latest heartland atrocity, no details are unfolding about Benghazi, or Fukushima, or Syria.
Besides, it’s so much easier for Mr. and Mrs. Front Porch to understand crimes of passion than to demand answers about political decisions — CIA, Department of Justice—these require actually digging for facts and being able to understand implications.
Our refusal to think is going to pound that last nail into the sinking ship that is our collective culture.
But that’s just me.
by Christina Waters | May 9, 2013 | Home |
Seriously. If you persist in thinking that you cannot afford to stop by a favorite cafe or restaurant, then consider acquiring a new Tuesday habit: tapas at Soif.
For $3 I had a sensation that was positively Roman in its voluptuousness. Quail egg, adorned with choice crisp pancetta, atop a yellow plinth of polenta. Slick of unctuous basil purée on the side.
A minerally Sancerre did the rest. Roughly $10 for a consciousness-raising bit of gourmet retail therapy.
Soif. Tuesdays. Tapas. Three dollars each.
by Christina Waters | May 6, 2013 | Home |
Jim Denevan gave us a tasty gift ten years ago, when the idea of outdoor dining on farms and incomparable natural settings was but a gleam in his eye.
But as you know, Outstanding in the Field has gone viral in the most delicious possible way. In fact adventurous diners will want to quick pounce on some of the available places at the Secret Sea Cove dinner on July 5.
Here’s why. H&H seafoods, fresher than a just-baked croissant, will form the centerpiece of the dinner. The ocean, surf, sand, and sheltering cliffs will form an unforgettable background. And, in a rare return to Santa Cruz, Justin Severino will bring his eye for detail and gift for culinary glory (more…)
by Christina Waters | May 6, 2013 | Home |
What a catchy brand slogan! And indeed the 7th annual Greek Food Faire — May 17, 18, and 19—bids you do just that. Who can resist purchasing moussaka, spanakopita, grilled lamb souvlaki and incomparable handmade pastries, crisp and dusted with honey or powdered sugar? Oh and how about a touch of authentic Greek spirits such as metaxa or retsina? Shades of Zorba!
This vibrant Mediterranean block party benefits the Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox church, and rocks the corner of Center & Church St, Friday from 5-10pm, Sat. 11am – 10pm, and Sun noon – 8pm. This wonderful event is FREE, loaded with live Greek music—yes, you WILL get up and dance—everybody is welcome (except for pets).
by Christina Waters | May 3, 2013 | Home |
Cappuccino perfetto!
