Food & Drink

Espresso Martini from Absolut. For article on the McNamara Martini recipe, excerpted from Mixology and Murder, based on the story of the Golden State Killer and the crime writer, Michelle McNamara, who worked to uncover his identity. Image
Books

‘Mixology and Murder’ McNamara Martini Recipe

Paired with the tale of the search for the Golden State Killer

February 8, 2022
A whisk in a bowl of Buffalo sauce. From Entree, Tribune Content Agency, TheKitchn. You can make your own sauce in the comfort of your own home. Image
Recipes

Easy, Fiery Buffalo Sauce in Three Ingredients

But you don’t have to tell anyone how easy it is

By Patty Catalano | February 7, 2022
Loaded 7-layer black bean dip from EatingWell. This dip is easy to make and oh-so flavorful. Image
Recipes

7-Layer Black Bean Dip

EatingWell: Who says game-day dip can’t be delicious and healthy?

By Devon O’Brien, EatingWell | February 5, 2022
paella Photo by Photopips Dreamstime. A taste of paella and empanadillas from Kuba Kuba Dos, sister to chef Manny Mendez’s Cuban restaurant, serving Richmond diners since 1998. Image
Food Finds

Kuba Kuba: So Nice, They Named It Twice

A taste of paella and empanadillas from the long-time Richmond favorite restaurant

By Steve Cook | February 3, 2022
America’s Test Kitchen brings us their tested recipe for savory pepperoni pizza rolls, fun and easy to make and a hit with eaters of all ages. The recipe is kid-approved! Image
Recipes

Savory Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

Take DIY pizza night to a whole new level

By America’s Test Kitchen | February 2, 2022
A cocktail, cigar, and gun on a table. Photo by Oliver Nowak Dreamstime. For article, The Chi-Chi Chowchilla cocktail was inspired by a kidnapping of a busload of children. The story and recipe appear in 'Mixology and Murders.' Image
Books

‘Mixology and Murder’ Chi-Chi Chowchilla Recipe

Paired with the story of the Chowchilla school bus kidnapping

February 1, 2022
Seafood tower at Birdie's cafe and oyster bar. Image by Steve Cook Image
Food Finds

Taking a Peep at Birdie’s

Plus Happy Hour at Switch Pop-Up Bar

By Steve Cook | January 27, 2022
This super-simple baked shrimp recipe delivers buttery, garlicky, full-flavored shrimp in under an hour. For article, This baked shrimp recipe takes the garlic flavor to the next level by marinating the shrimp in garlic before cooking. Image
Recipes

Baked Shrimp Recipe Bursts with Garlic and Butter

The Kitchn: If you haven’t tried baked shrimp, you’re missing out

By Amelia Rampe, TheKitchn.com | January 26, 2022
Mixology and Murder cocktail recipe book cover image Image
Books

‘Mixology and Murder’: Cocktails You Can’t Drink Alone

With recipes to pair with serial killers, cults, and other true crimes

By Annie Tobey | January 25, 2022
Unplugged Games Café interior, with communal tables, bar, and shelves of games Image
Food Finds

Unplugged Games Café

Big game hunters find plenty to love at Unplugged Games Café

By Steve Cook | January 20, 2022

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