The Farmacy is Modesto’s only fully Gluten-Free and Vegan restaurant. Their menu is completely whole-food, plant-based and everything is delicious! They recently added a weekend brunch, and I just had to try it out. On Saturday’s The Farmacy features brunch specials on their menu! You’ll find French Toast, Pancakes (traditional, cinnamon roll, or chocolate chip), […]

The Pho? Uh, YEA! Vegan pho is now available at the newest Vietnamese restaurant in Modesto, The Pho! I am obsessed with the name of this place because if you didn’t already know, “pho” is produced like, “fuh”, and this is pho-king funny. Clean, sleek, and modern, The Pho has plenty of seating and is […]

Have you visited Klean Eatz Market and Cafe? Located mere minutes off Highway 99, a fully “clean” grocery and cafe are located in Ripon, CA. Decked in farmhouse charm, thriving plants, and chalkboard signs, the decor of both the market and cafe is detailed and charming. Klean Eatz Market opened during the midst of the […]

You thought I forgot about you? No way! I am so stoked for post-pandemic dining, and last night my gal pals and I decided to test the town. We headed to Churchkey, as we have only ever heard good things. I’ve been to Churchkey for comedy events on their back patio, but never exclusively for […]

A chain located in Modesto and Turlock, Yogurt Mill has been swirling up frozen yogurt for locals since 1984. This Spring they’ve added plant-based, dairy-free, and gluten-free soft-serve to their rotating flavors, and I am ecstatic! When I moved to Modesto in 2015, I pulled into the Yogurt Mill drive-thru for the first time, after […]

It’s my birthday! To celebrate I ordered a custom vegan channeled cake from Maple Modesto. If you’re not familiar with “channeling”, it is to serve as a medium and/or meditate as a means of communicating with your inner self, as well as spirits from other realms. In this case, Rebecca channeled my energy and created […]

With Easter on it’s way, two classic flavors come to mind; Carrot and Chocolate. A local bakery has the hook-up for us, so we can satisfy those sweet-tooth cravings and serve up a tasty treat with no effort: Dessert European Bakery A family-owned bakery, known for European desserts is currently offering vegan versions of these […]

Warmer weather is coming. While I am not a fan of higher temps, I am a fan of the ‘cool’ treats that come into the spotlight this time of year. Ice cream has been my favorite dessert since I can remember choosing favorites. My papa (grandpa) used to make homemade ice cream and it was […]

Each Sunday you can have a brunch-style treat delivered to your doorstep. Last weekend I indulged in Maple Mochi Donuts, created by our very own Boho Buttercream. The flavors rotate weekly as inspiration strikes, but Boho Buttercream’s Mochi Donuts are always Gluten-Free, Soy-Free and Vegan. Mochi are round rice ball cakes, that you have probably […]

On Saturdays, a hidden gem is unveiled in Modesto and surrounding areas: Gems made by Rubie. Gems by Rubie are homemade, organic, and vegan cookies made in a variety of flavors including; Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, Snickerdoodle, Oatmeal, and even Butter Cookies with Icing in kits you can DIY at home! I opted for the […]