Author Archive: Brandilyn Mitchell
Bring on the rain, and a bottle of Wonky & Wry's Honey Braggot Ale.
Loves to roast marshmallows over a fire.
Sparks Fly Candle Co. Massive Expansion This Spring
Sparks Fly Candle Co. Massive Expansion This Spring by Brandilyn Mitchell Sparks Fly Candle Co. has been taking the valley by storm. If you haven’t seen their booth at an event yet, I’d like to introduce them to you. Owned by Kayla & Chad Roslan, they started really small at a farmer’s market […]
BrewView: Robert’s Ferry Gourmet Where Families Meet Over Shakes and Mimosas!
Robert’s Ferry Gourmet: Where Families Meet Over Shakes and Mimosas!by Christopher and Brandilyn Mitchell You’ve probably seen Robert’s Ferry Gourmet’s popcorn all over store shelves in Modesto, but did you know Robert’s Ferry Gourmet is an actual store (two stores actually, one in Oakdale and the other Waterford) and they are SO much more than […]
Mazzeltov Farms Soap: New Storefront in Waterford Grand Opening 3/4/23
By Brandilyn Mitchell You might’ve seen Mazzeltov Farms Soap at at the Christmas in the Country barn market-which is where I was introduced to them via the “Fierce” soap bar. Oh goodness that bar is heavenly. Mazzeltov is a female run, handcrafted bath and body company, specializing in handcrafted goat milk soap. Owner Bethany […]
BrewView 5 Dates Sidebar
Pageo Lavender Farm, 11573 Golf Road, Turlock 209-262-0131Drink unique cocktails in a gorgeous atmosphere: flowers, twinkle lights, and inside and outside seating. Special Valentine’s dinner tickets available from 5:30pm to 9pm. $68 includes an appetizer, dinner, cocktail, dessert, and a lavender sachet. For limited tickets, you must call to RSVP.The Terrace, 521 1/2, McHenry Ave, […]
BrewView: Brethren Brewing: Manteca Welcomes First Brewery Downtown
BrewView: Brethren Brewing: Manteca Welcomes First Brewery DowntownBy Brandilyn & Christopher MitchellBrethren Brewing held soft openings every Sunday in January, so that they’d be experts at serving you when they hold their grand opening on February 4th. We were invited for a tour and a flight and had a great time chatting with owner Daniel […]
CluedUpp GeoGames Modesto Saved Alice in Wonderland
Team #BrewView joined hundreds of players Saturday morning to play a virtual game much like Pokemon Go and Ingress, in the streets of Downtown Modesto. Starting at the Gallo Center for the Arts, going as far as 5 points and back, players got a glimpse of everything DoMo has to offer. The Modesto Museum, McHenry […]
KidsView: Free or Cheap Things to do with Kiddos
KidsView: Free or Cheap Things to do with KiddosBy Brandilyn Mitchell While there are some fabulous parks and playgrounds in Modesto, there are plenty of other free (or cheap!) things you can do with your kiddos that is screen-free. We all know about the Modesto Farmer’s Market which is a great family-friendly outing, and very […]
KidsView: Sensory Story Time Hosted by “Sensory Dough By Kelsie” & “Breathing Through”
KidsView: Sensory Story Time Hosted by “Sensory Dough By Kelsie” & “Breathing Through” By Brandilyn Mitchell I recently attended the monthly Sensory Story Time for Tots Sponsored by Stanislaus First 5, held at the Petersen Event Center (108 Campus Way) near downtown Modesto. Kelsie van Rys and Veronica Tovar co-lead this storytime together, where they […]
Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local Brews
Bark Indoor Dog Park: Bring the Outdoors Indoors with Fresh Local BrewsBy Brandilyn MitchellIf you frequent the McHenry Village (like I do), you have been watching the building of this exciting little space for a long time wondering, “What exactly is this place? Is that a pint glass in the logo? When will it open?” […]
Rodin Ranch Farmers’ Market: Mixers & Mocktails
BrewView: Rodin Ranch Farmers’ Market: Mixers & MocktailsBy Brandilyn Mitchell How do you host a holiday party with yummy drinks for everyone: those who partake as well as your beloved teetotalers and all the kiddos? Do you like mixing cocktails but have a toddler who wants to partake from your glass all the time? We […]
Recap: The Murphys 6th Annual Witch Walk: Eat, Drink & Be Wicked!
Recap: The Murphys 6th Annual Witch Walk: Eat, Drink & Be Wicked!By Brandilyn Mitchell Calaveras County is a 90-ish minute drive northeast of Modesto, and boasts some spectacular things to do and see, including being the home of the little gold-rush town of Murphys. You’ll notice as you walk around enjoying the sights and sounds […]
The Murphys 6th Annual Witch Walk: Eat, Drink & Be Wicked!
The Murphys 6th Annual Witch Walk: Eat, Drink & Be Wicked!By Brandilyn Mitchell Calaveras County is a 90-ish minute drive northeast of Modesto and boasts some spectacular things to do and see, including being the home of the little gold-rush town of Murphys. You’ll notice as you walk around enjoying the sights and sounds that […]
BrewView Cold Brews and Drinks Volume 2
BrewView Cold Brews and Drinks Volume 2By Brandilyn & Christopher Mitchell We heard you loud and clear with all the great feedback after July’s issue. We’ve found even more amazing drinks for you to try, while you are kept nice and cold in this 100+F degree heatwave. Set your home A/C for 88F and then […]
A Day in Columbia, Gold Mining Town
A Day in Columbia, Gold Mining Town By Brandilyn Brown A short trip up the hill on Highway 49, near Sonora and Jamestown, you’ll find the historical town of Columbia. You can get immersed in California’s Gold Rush history in Columbia State Historic Park this summer and learn while having fun! In this family-friendly […]
FamilyView: Pageo Lavender Farm Photo Ops
FamilyView: Pageo Lavender Farm Photo OpsBy Brandilyn Mitchell Pageo Lavender Farm, owned and operated by George & Patty Kapor, has a romantic back story. The Kapors bought the property in 1998, with an inkling that they wanted to have a herb farm. They had visited a herb farm-restaurant combo in Connecticut called Capriland, and wondered […]
