This RiceSelect® Pearl Couscous with Seared Scallops, Wild Mushrooms, and a fresh gremolata is everything you want in a fall recipe: luxurious yet simple, with flavors that speak of the season. When the air turns crisp and the holidays draw near, there’s nothing more satisfying than a dish that brings both comfort and elegance to …
I have lived in Sacramento my whole life, and I still check into hotels here for staycations. These nine are the best hotels in Sacramento, spread across Downtown, Midtown, the Old Sacramento Waterfront and the river. Four are in structures older than 1930: an 1894 mansion, a 1923 public market, a 1925 insurance tower and …
The Camel Races in Virginia City, Nevada has been an annual event since 1959, and I was so excited to make 2024 the first year I’d both attend and race as a camel jockey. The cheers of the crowd, the wild ride, and the pure fun of it all made this race a highlight of …
Sacramento’s own Michael Kahn, renowned food and adventure blogger, is swapping his paddle board for a more exotic mode of transport: a camel. Kahn is set to make waves at the 65th International Camel & Ostrich Races in Virginia City, Nevada, aiming to bring home the title of the fastest camel jockey from California. Update: …
Several times a week, I’m out on the water for three to five hours at a stretch, in full sun, paddleboarding. That much exposure adds up, so I’ve put money and time into sunscreen: trying different brands, comparing formulas, and reading past the marketing to find better ways to protect my skin. I started as …
Acrylic drinking glasses are what happens when you decide that hosting outside should not require a constant fear of broken glass and bare feet. I have bought, returned, and quietly retired a long list of sets while figuring out which ones look good on a table and which feel like a Solo cup in a …
As a homeowner dedicated to transforming my dwelling into a sanctuary, every decision made, down to the type of windows installed, plays a pivotal role. Insulated glass (IG), a sophisticated alternative to traditional windows, offers numerous advantages that align with the vision of a serene, energy-efficient home. Learn about the intricacies of insulated glass windows …
Starting the project to replace my sunroom windows with low e3 glass was something I had been putting off due to the prohibitive expense. After more than 10 years of living with what was essentially a magnifying glass for heat, the caulking and seals failed and wood had enough sun damage to warrant biting the …
Shopping for coolers and ice chests that stays cool is fraught with choices, especially if you’re an outdoor enthusiast like me. I’ve spent countless days paddleboarding, kayaking, and lounging in the hot California sun, and a reliable cooler is essential for keeping drinks cold and food fresh. I always carry cold beverages and fresh guacamole …
Four Sonos speakers live in this house. An Era 300 anchors the office, a Move 2 follows me between the kitchen and the back patio, a Roam 2 has come paddleboarding more than once and somehow keeps working, and an old Sonos Five holds down the living room. For years I controlled all four through …