A Guide to the Best Indie Coffee Shops in Walnut Creek

These revolutionary roasters and old-school cafes are shaping local coffee culture. Read More »

First Look: Conceptual Design for New Heather Farm Aquatics & Events Center

With the passage of Measure 0 last November, Walnut Creek voters approved a sales tax increase and paved the way for new community facilities. Read More »

Ten Essential Taco Spots To Get A Carnitas Or Quesabirria Fix 

Whether it's a hole-in-the-wall cantina or upscale restaurant, Contra Costa County has some legit places to eat tacos. Read More »

Walnut Creek Farmers Market: Sundays Downtown

This year-round market combines everything we love about Northern California: food, flowers, sunshine, and music. Read More »

With Naidu Wines, Raghni Naidu Achieves Her Dream

As the first female Indian immigrant to found and own a winery in the United States, Raghni Naidu is a trailblazer. Read More »

A Beautiful Spring Hike

Feast your eyes on spring flowers at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve's Lougher Loop. Read More »

Seven Essentials For Celebrating Cannabis Culture On 4/20

Whether you're an edible enthusiast, pain relief seeker, or just want to bliss out, here are some of the best products around. Read More »

A Clash of Recreation: Pickleball vs. Tennis in Walnut Creek

As the battle of the courts continues, finding a solution is both complex and contentious. Read More »

A California Coastal Retreat: Elk Cove Inn

nwind and recharge in the company of stunning scenery and genuine hospitality. Read More »

Pivotal Moments In History: The Golden Triangle and Measure A

A look back at how urban planning impacted Walnut Creek's growth and identity. Read More »

Recipes: How to Make Horn Barbecue Granny's Cheesy Potatoes + Banana Pudding

From Chef Matt Horn comes a new cookbook: Horn Barbecue, Recipes and Techniques from a Master of the Art of Barbecue Read More »

7 Stunning Hiking & Biking Routes on Mount Diablo

Check out these places for winter adventures on the region's iconic mountain Read More »

Talk of the Town: Broadway Plaza Street; Shake Shack; Hot Boys; Yardbirds

The latest restaurant, retail, and development news. Read More »