Food & Drink
IT IS ALWAYS TIME TO EAT AND DRINK!
This is top of our list at most any time. You may have eaten about 20 minutes ago, but the right thing may make you eat again. There is a plethora of great restaurants in Modesto, some big, some small. We especially like the downtown restaurants that are in walking distance from the theaters, clubs, the State and the Gallo Center. We try to expose most of the good restaurants, give chef tips, interviews and secret recipes. We will also keep you up to date on local coffee shops and great cocktail spots.
food & drink
BrewView: Candles and Cocktails at ‘Ike Loa Candle Co.!
BrewView: Candles and Cocktails at ‘Ike Loa Candle Co.!By Brandilyn MitchellIf you were scouring Facebook looking for something special to do for Mother’s Day like I was, and if we happened upon ‘Ike Loa’s Mother’s Day Candle and Dinner workshop at the same time, and I purchased the two tickets you wanted, I apologize and […]
3rd Annual Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner Fundraiser
3rd Annual Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner Fundraiser Take a night off from cooking and enjoy the tastiest chicken to-go! Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum’s 3rd Annual Drive-Thru Chicken Dinner Fundraiser returns on Saturday, April 27th, 2024, from 2 PM-6 PM. This year’s event promises to be a feast for the senses, featuring Foster Farms Chicken, barbecued […]
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?” […]
Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024
Libations and Poe: The 1840’s in 2024by Brandilyn and Christopher Mitchell Edgar Allen Poe, born January 19, 1809, and died on October 7, 1849 was an American writer, poet, author, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre. Humans have been […]
FoodView – It’s Breakfast Time
By Chris Murphy and the ViewCrewI love breakfast and first things first. Mad props to the old school places that were the foundation of our childhoods; Denny’s, Smitty’s, Old Mill and Ridgways. Although a chain, there is something special about a Denny’s and the diner we have at 5 points is one of the classic […]
CrabFeed Season
Is there a better more mouthwatering way to satiate your appetite? Not just for a delicious night out but also for giving to great causes. It is Crab Feed Season and it seems like every Non-Profit is hungry for donations and is boiling water and melting butter. These events are some of the biggest fundraisers for very […]
FoodView – D’Forno In Downtown
By Chris Murphy Four-cheese Tortellini, Mediterranean Pesto Chicken, Cioppino, Lamp Chops, Coconut prawns, and flaming Saganaki cheese. These tastes are amazing. Rich, perfect pasta, worlds of spice and nice portions are what greet you when you dine at D’Forno in Downtown Modesto. Besides being a great new restaurant, D’Forno has great roots here in our […]
KidsView Winter Break Fun Cookie Decorating Kits
KidsView Winter Break Fun Cookie Decorating Kits In the “Winter Fun” series, we will introduce you to some seriously awesome things to do with your kiddos over winter break. Seasonal things (or in the warm indoors!) to keep your littles entertained for 3 whole weeks. One of our favorite things to do at home is decorating […]
2023. Holiday Preview
Holiday Preview By Chris Murphy It’s the season to get into the spirit of the season and it will be here before you know it. Take a look at some of the really cool happenings coming up and things happening in November. Check out our round up of Holiday events and if you don’t see […]
Interview – Karri Husman
Who’s your pal? Pupz ‘n’ Palz saves the day By Steve Perry Where do they go? When animals lose a home or are lost, where do they go? Traditionally, we all think of the pound, a government run entity that tries very hard to reunite pets and owners. But in the course of time, these […]
BrewView: Indigeny Reserve Autumn Festival
BrewView: Indigeny Reserve Autumn Festival By Brandilyn & Christopher Mitchell Nestled in the gorgeous woods of Tuolumne County in the city of Sonora, is a barn surrounded by several groves of apple trees. Those groves were purchased by Jay & Judy Watson back when Indigeny Reserve was just an idea. At first, he sold the […]
Greek Food Festival
Go Modesto: Greek Food Festival The Greek Food Festival, which has been a beloved tradition for over 55 years, will be making its return on September 16th, 12-8 pm, and 17th, 11 am-7 pm 2023 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Modesto. This highly anticipated event is a celebration of Greek culture, featuring live music and entertainment, as well as a bustling marketplace where you can […]
Go Turlock Assyrian Festival
The 9th Annual Assyrian Festival is coming up, and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Once again, it will be hosted by the Central Valley Parishes of the Assyrian Church of the East in Turlock, California, and will take place at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. The festival is set to […]
BrewView: Track 424 Keeping It Simple
Track 424: Keeping it SimpleBy Brandilyn Mitchell I wasn’t expecting to be blown away when I parked my car in the Sciabica’s parking lot, mentally preparing myself for a BrewView interview. In fact, I wasn’t even sure I was in the right place. When I walked into the gift shop and saw dozens of flavors […]
