Kate Bradshaw

SAN JOSE, Calif. — You don't need to go to Yosemite to have an awesome outdoor adventure this summer.

Tomato, thyme and goat cheese flavors meld in this appetizing pastry. Featuring a crust made with fresh thyme, this tomato tart blends herbs, butter, tomato and goat cheese for a delicious, elegant savory treat.

Palmetto Superfoods offers up acai bowls and smoothies at more than 20 locations.

Marufuku Ramen, known for its creamy tonkatsu ramen, is opening a new location in downtown Palo Alto, with a grand opening set for July 25.

Make the most of your summer farmers market haul with this easy grilled eggplant sandwich recipe.

Eggplant is a classic summer vegetable that's pear-shaped and variable in length, and rich in nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, folate and dietary fiber, according to the Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association.

Looking for an easy day trip that feels like a complete escape? With a world-class aquarium, family-friendly activities and plenty of fascinating history, Monterey is an obvious — and, OK, popular — choice.

This summery salsa draws on seasonal, fresh corn for a sweet, spicy dip.

One small food stop survived a culture-changing pandemic by staying ahead of consumer and food trends.

Authors to speak at Marin event Fifty years ago, the city of Davis made history by becoming the home of California's first certified farmers market.