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The summer heat can often feel sticky and overstimulating, and all you want is an ice cream cone or an ice-cold soda to refresh you. We often overlook the warm baked desserts, but we don't have to when you use fresher ingredients like lemon and blueberries. Cool down this summer with a bright, fresh blueberry-lemon coffee cake that satisfies your cravings. The lemon is tangy, which balances with the sweet blueberries. The cake is fluffy and not too sweet, so you can enjoy it

Dads don’t usually go out to get massages, manicures, or a new hairstyle, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t get to be spoiled with gifts like our moms do on Mother’s Day. While you know your dad best, we came up with a few gift ideas for you to surprise your dad with on their favorite day. Decked-out bar cart Bar carts are the perfect gift for your dad because they’re stylish and add extra space to any room. Fill the bar cart with his favorite snacks and drinks (alcoholic

Atascadero's 10th Annual Tamale Festival was a hit this year, featuring more than 20 tamale vendors, live music and tamale-eating contests. Locals and visitors alike gathered at Atascadero City Hall and the Sunken Gardens to celebrate and support their favorite tamale businesses. Some attendees traveled from as far away as the Bay Area, Bakersfield and Los Angeles. Families enjoyed a variety of activities, including bounce houses and bungee jump attractions, while sampling ta

Paso Robles 6/6 Sunset on the Lavender Farm 6:30-9 p.m., Tickets: $30 per person 6/6 Live from The Bistro at The Ava Hotel 5-8 p.m. 6/6 Cornhole Tournament at Atascadero Sunken Gardens 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tickets $80-$100 6/7 Pinot and Paella Festival at Templeton Park 2-5 p.m., 21+ only Tickets: $108.97 6/8-6/12 Free Teen Art Journal Workshop at Studios in the Park 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 6/13 Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival 4-8 p.m.; Tickets: $75-$95 6/19-6/21 Open Farm Days Wee

Summer wardrobes typically consist of a couple of pairs of shorts, tanks, and sandals, but there’s more to the basics that can make your outfit interesting. Swapping out basic flip flops for a ballet flat elevates your shoe game and your entire look. Layers will also make your summer fits more chic, whether through your tops or accessories. We’ve scrolled through countless Pinterest posts and TikTok videos with outfit inspo to take your summer looks from cute to stylish. Cro

Paso Robles 5/1-5/16 Baby Goat Ranch Tours: Miller Ranch Home to Almond Springs and Ranchita Meat Co. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 5/2 Tamale Festival in Atascadero 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 5/2 Mother’s Day Celebration at California Lavender Honey Farm with a reservation and ticket purchase. Tickets: Adults $37, Kids: $17, and Moms enter free. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 5/9 Mimosas with Mom at Donati Family Vineyard 12-4 p.m. Pricing: $75 for two guests and $60 for wine club members 5/9 Olive and Lavende

Adult life often feels centered around work and sleep. We miss out on the fun when we’re trying to stick to our weekly routine, and while it’s nice to have a routine you enjoy, it’s also important to get out and enjoy the place you live. Now that the days are longer and the weather is warmer, it’s the perfect time to make our summer bucket lists. This summer we’re outside. Winter had us trapped indoors for too long, so it’s time to make the best of the hot days ahead. Whether

Paso Robles 4/1 Downtown Scavenger Event, 10-7 p.m. Tickets: $39.20 for groups of 2-5 people. Must use code PASOEVENT at checkout to receive the discounted price. 4/1-4/18 Jellycat Valentine Cake at McRobbins Studios, 1-2 p.m. Tickets: $25 per person 4/10-4/29 Baby Goat Ranch Tours, 11-1 p.m. Tickets: $18-$45, depending on the number of children and adults 4/17 and 4/24 (only) Exclusive Local Glow at Sensorio, Tickets: $55 for only SLO county residents. Tickets purchased at

St. Patrick’s Day is the one day when folks get excited to go out and drink with friends from sunrise to sunset. Regardless of your drink preference, St. Patrick’s Day turns everyone into a green beer fanatic. There’s something about the green dye that makes the beer taste better and more enjoyable. The company you keep on St. Patty’s Day also enhances the experience. This year, St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday, which for some folks falls during their work week. However,

Paso Robles 3/22 Wine Bottle Bouquet at Stilson Cellars, 1-3 p.m.; wine bottle cost plus $20 for flowers and supplies 3/28 Festival of the Undiscovered Grapes, 12-5 p.m.; Price: VIP: $125, General Admission: $75 3/29 A Progressive Pour Party, 11-5 p.m.; Membership: receives complimentary tickets, and additional tickets are $25, Public Tickets: $40 3/29 Roots to Wings Fundraiser Presented by Santa Lucia School, 11:30-3:30 p.m.; Price: $100 San Luis Obispo 3/1 Buffalo Pub and

Our beautiful Central Coast has some of the best wineries to enjoy on days when you need a break from reality, catch up with a friend, or celebrate a special occasion. The vineyards’ long grape paths go on for miles and create a breathtaking scenery, making it the perfect space to soak up the sun. There are over a hundred wineries to visit along the coast, and you can’t go wrong with any of them. In addition to enjoying some of the most beautiful views, they all offer members

Autumn is one of the best seasons for many reasons: the leaves changing colors, the weather getting colder, pumpkin is used in everything, the color palette is incomparable, and the state of coziness is mandatory every day. However, visiting pumpkin patches and picking out pumpkins to take home, buying local honey, walking through trippy corn mazes, and seeing the farm animals are the top-tier things about autumn. You get dolled up and buy an iced dirty chai to walk around en