Special Projects

Al Guerra in his vineyard. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Wine tasting and music return to Guerra Winery

Its tasting room and amphitheater are Hollister summer highlights.

Rachel Molatore and Charis Neves. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Taylor Farms’ salad kits feature our local produce

This nationally popular product line and its nearly 30 different chopped salad kits, make mealtime easier and healthier.

Grant Hughes at Bertuccio's. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Bertuccio’s Market is the fresh taste of San Benito County

The store offers a curated collection of locally grown and processed foods.

Mirjana Tomas with her cookies at the Windmill Market. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Mama’s Morsels brings Old World treats to San Juan Bautista

Mirjana Tomas shares her Croatian heritage with her customers.

Kristina Hastings. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Bliss Blendz highlights healthy and flavorful smoothies

Owner Kristina Hastings continues to find the perfect combinations.

Cory Waller at Eden Rift. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Barrel tasting with Cory Waller of Eden Rift Vineyards

An afternoon of sampling the wine before it becomes The Wine.

Ryan Stirm of Stirm Wine Co. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: The historic and eclectic varietals of Stirm Wine Co.

Aromas winemaker Ryan Stirm perfects his craft as he builds his vineyard.

Michelle Doty at Windmill Market. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat Drink Savor: That Garlic Stuff is right for any meal

A business grows from the seeds of an all-purpose family recipe.

Jessica Foust of Foustman's Salami. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat Drink Savor: Foustman’s Salami packs a lot of flavor into its varieties

Business has steadily grown for the San Juan Bautista-based company since it was founded in 2017.

Coffee ready to roast. Courtesy of Craze Coffee Roasters

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Craze Coffee Roasters wants to be your favorite new brand

Craze coffee is a fresh roasted, local product.

Kara Loupe with pizza cookies. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: 831BakeShop cookies are almost too ‘pretty’ to eat

Hollister home baker Kara Loupe finds success through social media and popup events.

Mayor Ignacio Velazquez said people do have a right to say whatever they want, even though he has stopped some from doing so during public comment. Photo by John Chadwell.

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BL Special Report: Legal group says Hollister Mayor violated Brown Act and resident’s First Amendment Rights

The First Amendment Coalition says the city attorney should have advised Velazquez to stop telling the public they cannot criticize him or other council members.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Great wines from around San Benito County

Crave Wine Company offers special packages for Spring.

Dedication of Vasquez marker. Courtesy of E Clampus Vitus.

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BL Longform: Snyder’s General Store and the downfall of Tiburcio Vasquez 

The raid that led to the capture and execution of an outlaw.

Sara Spencer and Corina Gitmed at The Smoke Point BBQ. Photo by Robert Eliason.

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Eat, Drink, Savor: Off the Hook Essentials add flavor intensity

Off the Hook Essentials explores new flavor options and expands into seasonings

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