“You know how I feel about tacos. It’s the only food shaped like a smile.” — Spoken by the character Earl Hickey in “My Name is Earl,” (2006) Chipotle Mexican Grill A couple of weeks ago I mentioned that…
Carniceria y Taqueria Soto – Placerville
“You can tell how long a couple has been married by whether they are on their first, second or third bottle of Tabasco.” — Bruce Bye Carniceria y Taqueria Soto Located across from Raley’s in the Western Plaza shopping…
Natural or Unnatural?
“High-tech tomatoes; mysterious milk; super squash. Are we supposed to eat this stuff? Or is it going to eat us?” — Annita Manning Natural or unnatural? I often get odd questions from people who I enjoy looking up. One,…
D’Agostini’s Delights Bakery and Café – Mt. Aukum
“We should look for someone to eat and drink with before looking for something to eat and drink.” — Epicurus D’Agostini’s Delights Bakery and Café Last weekend, on my way back from trying some wines in Amador…
The Apple Hill Growers – Camino
“Never work before breakfast; if you have to work before breakfast, eat your breakfast first.” — Josh Billings It ain’t just apples folks Last week I joined a small group for a short tour of the Camino and Pollock…
Burke Junction – Cameron Park
“All happiness depends on a leisurely breakfast.” John Gunther Burke Junction in Cameron Park Last Saturday I was again invited to judge at the annual Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises (MORE) Chili Cook-Off, which, this year, was held at Burke…