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Fall Maintenance Tips for Homeowners

Fall Home Checklist: Weatherproofing, Heating, and Yard Prep Made Easy Article by Rob Joyner | Photography by Stock Photo As we ease out of summer and head into the cooler months, it's the perfect time to give your home a little seasonal attention. Prepping early helps you avoid headaches later—like surprise leaks, chilly drafts, or frozen pipes. Here are five homeowner-friendly tips to help your home handle whatever fall and winter bring.    1. Stop Drafts Before They Start  Cold air has...

Life + Culture

Contra Costa’s Wine Boom.

Historic Roots, Modern Recognition Article by Samantha Durbin | Photography by Stock Photos Contra Costa’s conditions are ideal for grape growing. Deep, sandy soils encourage wandering root systems, soaking up water, producing small, concentrated berries with thick skins. Rolling hills lock in daytime heat, while the Carquinez Bridge channels bay breezes, bringing cold nights and cool mornings.  While Brentwood is the U-Pick capital of the world, with seasonal farms growing bounties such as...

Food + Beverage

A Refined Taste of Turkey

PiddeG Arrives in Walnut Creek Article by Laurel Kellam | Photography by Sajia Bidar - Satori Studios Walnut Creek’s dining scene just got a flavorful new star. PiddeG, a family-owned and locally operated restaurant, has officially opened its doors at the Encina Grande Shopping Center, bringing a taste of modern Mediterranean cuisine. At the center of the menu is their signature dish, Pidde —a traditional Turkish flatbread that’s often called the “cousin of pizza.” Baked in a stone oven, it...

Life + Culture

Roman Tradition Meets America’s Passion for Dining

Fresh ingredients, authenticity, and passion fuel unforgettable meals at Montesacro Article by Lindsey Hickman | Photography by Emre Cakir Step inside Montesacro and you’re immediately transported—not just to another trendy restaurant, but to a corner of Rome that feels both timeless and alive. The air carries the warmth of fresh-baked pinsa , the Roman flatbread that’s lighter and crisper than pizza yet just as comforting. At the helm is Gianluca Legrottaglie, the man who introduced pinsa ...