A Guide to Sacramento’s Best Gardens & Conservatories
Explore Sacramento’s rose and rock gardens, a leafy retreat in Carmichael, and the gardens and conservatory at UC Davis. This local guide offers simple ways to slow down, notice the seasons, and enjoy a little awe.
Herb-Roasted Fall Vegetables
Butternut squash, sweet potatoes and red onion roast with garlic and herbs until golden and caramelized, then get finished with fresh thyme. An easy fall side dish for weeknights or holiday dinners.
Monthly Massage for Older Adults
Monthly massage cannot promise a longer life, but it can give older adults a regular check-in for comfort, movement, stress, sleep, and body awareness. Learn why pressure, positioning, health conditions, and medications matter.
Massage After Botox: How Long Should You Wait?
Massage should generally wait at least 24 hours after Botox, and longer if the treated area is bruised, swollen, or tender. Learn how timing differs for full-body massage, facial massage, and injections in the jaw or neck.
Vietnamese-Inspired Summer Rolls
These Vietnamese-inspired summer rolls are packed with shrimp or tofu, crisp vegetables, fresh herbs and rice noodles, then served with an easy, creamy peanut dipping sauce. Perfect for hot summer days.
Grilled Peach & Burrata Crostini
Looking for an easy appetizer that looks impressive? This Grilled Peach Burrata Crostini combines sweet grilled peaches, creamy burrata, fresh basil, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of hot honey on crisp toasted bread for the perfect summer bite.
A Lazy Sacramento Summer Day Guide
A cozy local guide to a lazy Sacramento summer day: farmers markets, iced coffee, shady parks, early dinner, and a very respectable summer-grandma bedtime.
Zucchini Ribbon Salad
Have too much summer zucchini? This fresh zucchini ribbon salad uses cherry tomatoes, basil, feta, and a lemon-olive oil dressing for a light, colorful dish that looks beautiful and doesn’t require turning on the stove at all.
5 Essential Drink Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
Relaxation and enjoyment are key to a healthy lifestyle. So, we’ve compiled a list of five essential drink recipes to add a touch of zest to your Cinco de Mayo celebrations.
Easiest & Best Tuscan White Bean and Kale Soup
Fall is here and this pot practically cooks itself. Easiest & Best Tuscan White Bean and Kale Soup delivers 30-minute comfort, Parm-rind depth, and creamy (no-cream) body. Keep it vegetarian—or add browned Italian sausage for heft.