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Owner Kim Nelson, above, has shaped Orleans restaurant into a destination for lovers of the big flavors of Louisiana cuisine.
Orleans does Gulf Coast with gusto
Orleans was in the works long before it opened shortly before Christmas last year in historic downtown Brentwood. Owner Kim Nelson envisioned the restaurant, which touts “A Taste of Louisiana,” in ...
May 08, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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Heather and Murray Sexton, owners of the Bridgehead Café, and manager and waitress Lusanne Bough, left, serve up comfort food and friendship at the Antioch location in business since 1986.<br>Photo by Charlotte Cusack
Bridgehead Café serves up tasty tradition
Murray and Heather Sexton are sitting at the round table in the back of Bridgehead Café in Antioch, in the exact spot where they first met in 1998. “I wasn’t interested in dating. I thought Murray ...
May 01, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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Adam and Krisi Lee sell THRIVE dehydrated foods, which prove that emergency preparedness no longer means bland meals.<br><i>Photo by Charlotte Cusack</i>
Dehydrated can still be delicious
When you imagine freeze-dried food, you’re probably thinking about what people stock up on for emergency purposes, what soldiers eat on the field of battle or what those intrepid NASA astronauts en...
Aug 09, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
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Barbara Trujillo shows off a display case of baked goodies, including several delicious flavors of cupcakes.<br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
New bakery a sweet dream come true
Home-based cake baker Barbara Trujillo had her heart set on a full-fledged bakery. She began by providing cupcakes and other baked goodies out of her home, at least until word got out about her dre...
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Corn recipes wanted
The countdown to CornFest is on, but you needn’t wait for the weekend of July 13 to get in on the action. The Brentwood Press and Hot Talk 560 KSFO have partnered to host the second annual Corn Rec...
Jun 27, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
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Lumpy's Express in Brentwood is now open. <br><i>Photo by Richard Wisdom</i>
Lumpy’s – All-American quality expressly delivered
Sometimes you’re in the mood for a quick burger but crave the quality of a diner-style burger. Fans of local favorite Lumpy’s Diner will be happy to hear that their favorite diner has opened a new ...
Jun 26, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 11 11 recommendations | email to a friend
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Brewhouse fundraiser
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse will host a fundraiser next week in support of breast cancer awareness on Tuesday, June 26 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. In September, Brentwood resident Stefanie Salvotti w...
Jun 21, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
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Summer cuisine, American style
It’s summer – time again for cookouts, picnics, family reunions and backyard parties. Grocery carts are loaded with hot dogs, fresh fruit and condiments galore, all in anticipation of outdoor fun. ...
Jun 21, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
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‘Top Chef’ cookoff visits The Streets
The Bravo TV network’s “Top Chef” current 15-city tour will hold a live, interactive cook-off at The Streets of Brentwood, 2565 Sand Creek Road, on Saturday, June 16. The shows – open to the public...
Jun 14, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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Shellie Hirsch, co-owner of Heavenly Cheesecakes & More in Brentwood, gave away samples at last week’s ribbon cutting that pleased the palates of an appreciative crowd.<br><i>Photo by Veronica Hanel</i>
A local slice of cheesecake heaven
The latest business to enjoy an official ribbon-cutting welcome from the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce might be one of the city’s cheesiest establishments – and that’s a good thing. Last Friday, th...
Jun 07, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
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Cherry season off with a bing
It’s official. The Bay Area is crazy for East County cherries. Some of Brentwood’s cherry U-Pick orchards were picked clean during the Memorial Day weekend, but if you didn’t get a chance to go pic...
May 30, 2012 | 1 1 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
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Family-friendly treats make for summertime fun
Kids love to help in the kitchen, and “Made It Myself” Tasty Treats provide a perfect summer activity that every kid will enjoy decorating – and eating. Rice cereal treats are traditionally square,...
Apr 12, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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Ranbir and Sukh Singh opened Oakley Spice House to provide residents with ingredients, such as Indian spices, not offered in most grocery stores.<Br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
New Indian store spices up Oakley
Many are familiar with the diverse and complex flavor profiles of Indian cuisine – the sweet richness of butter chicken, the creamy zest of chicken tikka masala, and of course, the broad range of h...
Apr 05, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
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2012 Corn Recipe Contest Cookbook

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East Contra Costa Restaurant Guide

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2011 Corn Recipe Contest Cookbook

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