“Too few people understand a really good sandwich.” James Beard Sweet Spot Sandwich Shop Some time ago someone told me about a place called the Sweet Spot Sandwich Shop, which is located in Placerville’s Creekside Place, the mall where…
Rafferty’s Candies – Garden Valley
“Anyone who uses the phrase ‘easy as taking candy from a baby’ has never tried taking candy from a baby.” Author unknown Rafferty’s Candies Last week I received a call from my long time friend, Rick Siegel of Shoestring…
Papa Murphy’s – Placerville
“Without question, the greatest invention in the history of mankind is beer. Oh, I grant you that the wheel was also a fine invention, but the wheel does not go nearly as well with pizza.” Dave Barry Papa…
Shoestring Chili, FreshMex Horchata – Placerville
“Rejoice with your family in the beautiful land of life!” Albert Einstein Bearing gifts A couple of weeks ago we had a party at my daughters house in Fair Oaks honoring our May birthdays, which is most…
Brick Oven Pub – Placerville
“There are five elements: earth, air, fire, water and garlic.” Louis Diat (1885-1957) Brick Oven Pub Last week I got word that the Brick Oven Pub, which is located at 2875 Ray Lawyer Drive, next to where…
Charlotte’s Bakery and Café – Diamond Springs
“I like the philosophy of the sandwich, as it were. It typifies my attitude to life, really. It’s all there, it’s fun, it looks good, and you don’t have to wash up afterwards.” Molly Parkin Charlotte’s Bakery…