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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 ...
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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 ...
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Manager Tony Huang shows off one of the Japanese sushi boats at the bar at Koto Asian Cuisine and Bar.<br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
Asian cuisine lovers let Koto float their sushi Love Boat
In Koto Asian Cuisine and Bar’s classy, lounge-like dining room, sushi, tempura and other Asian cuisine are served, artistically prepared with quality in mind. Koto, named for a small city in Japan...
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Owner Mark Yarbough, left, displays two perfectly cooked cuts of beef brisket in the kitchen at Gram’s BBQ.<br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
Home-style barbecue hits the spot at Gram’s
Decorated with an intricate mural depicting scenes of natural beauty, and scented with the tangy aroma of barbecue sauce, Gram’s BBQ provides a cozy space in which to enjoy a home-style meal. The r...
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Score a tailgate touchdown
Are you ready for some football? The best thing about football, besides watching the game of course, is tailgating with delicious food and tasty drinks. So before settling in to watch your favorite...
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Brentwood vintner Becky Bloomfield of Bloomfield Vineyards shows off four of her award-winning wines – including the 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, which earned a double gold medal at the California State Fair this year.<br><i>Photo by Justin Lafferty</i>
Bloomfield alchemy: turning grapes into gold
To savor the finest in California wine, you needn’t scan labels for “Napa” and “Sonoma” only. Some of the best bottles originate right here in Contra Costa. One local vintner recently proved that E...
Aug 18, 2011 | 4 4 comments | 16 16 recommendations | email to a friend
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Fat Niki’s co-owner Raphael Enciso Navarro checks on fresh pots of birria and clam chowder.<Br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
Fat Niki’s offers fresh blend of international cuisine
If there’s one thing that defines Fat Niki’s restaurant in Oakley, it’s creativity. Offering a blend of Mediterranean, American and Mexican flavors, the new restaurant strives to see everyone leave...
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John and Jessica Scoles and Laura and Cole Broaders enjoy a meal at Carpaccio’s in Antioch. Carpaccio’s will relocate to Oakley next year.<br><i>Press file photo</i>
Main Street restaurant deals OK’d
Oakley’s vision for a vibrant, revitalized downtown continues to gain steam as the city council approved development agreements for two new restaurants. The council unanimously approved a deal with...
Aug 11, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 12 12 recommendations | email to a friend
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Keeping kosher in the kitchen
The idea of eating kosher can be intimidating for cooks of all skill levels. But the reality is not complicated, especially today when local markets and specialty stores offer a vast array of koshe...
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Jalisco’s owner Valentina Torres, center, with Manager Damiel Torres, Assistant Manager Salvador Saldaña and cook Elizabeth Oregel.<br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
Jalisco’s draws diners to Island
From the abundance of natural light to the homey atmosphere, Jalisco’s restaurant on Bethel Island is designed to make you feel comfortable. Chips, salsa and bean dip start each meal and the staff ...
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Julie Wong, 10, from San Jose picks peaches at The Farmer’s Daughter Produce and U-Pick Farm. <br><i>Photo by Richard Wisdom</i>
Peachy U-Pick season continues
“Movin’ to the country, I’m gonna eat a lot of peaches; peaches come from a can; they were put there by a man in a factory downtown; if I had my little way, I’d eat peaches every day.” Seattle-ba...
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<I>Photo by Richard Wisdom</i>
It’s a winner!
Brentwood CornFest recipe contestant Cindy Shehorn poses with Anthony Licciardi, co-host of Edible Escapes on Talk Radio KSFO and one of this year’s CornFest judges. Shehorn won first prize with h...
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Try a tasty plate of spicy pork with eggplant at Thai Bistro in Antioch.<br><i>Photo by Amy Claire</i>
Thai Bistro adds spice to Antioch dining
A refreshing glass of water flavored with lime, apple and crisp mint begins each meal at Thai Bistro restaurant in Antioch. Traditional Thai music plays in the background. Beautiful paintings and o...
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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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