We hope everyone has a safe and happy day as we celebrate America's Independence. Happy 4th of July!
Though many people count calories to try to lose weight, monitoring your sodium intake is another important consideration. Consuming too much sodium can also put you at risk for cardiovascular disease and hypertension, so limiting your intake will keep you healthy in more ways than one. If you want to begin a low-sodium diet and […]
Love to shop ? Put on your walking shoes and head to Broadway Plaza Shopping Center, where all of the best stores are laid out in a bright, vibrant setting. Visit Macy’s, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom to find the best of everything from clothing, to beauty products, to housewares. Want to update your wardrobe? Banana […]
Today we want to take time to wish all the Dads out there a very happy day! We hope all the Fathers near and far have a great day relaxing with loved ones!
Californian and French food may seem like two mutually exclusive cuisines, but Chef John Marquez of Artisan Bistro melds them seamlessly. If you know his background, this should come as no surprise. While other teenagers watched TV or played video games, Marquez devoured entire cookbooks—figuratively, of course. Perhaps that was because his family considered mealtime […]
For the Lafayette locals who have frequented Brookwood Park for years, it's more than just a 6.3-acre stretch of land. The park holds sentimental value for some—especially its grove of black locust trees. Somehow isolated from the playground just beyond them, the trees have an almost magical appeal. Even if you don't claim an emotional […]
Adding a green plant to your home's decor is easy; keeping it alive is a whole other story. Even if you aren't blessed with a green thumb, these three tips will help you keep your houseplants happy and thriving. 1. Go easy on the watering. Over-watering is the number one killer of houseplants. Even if […]
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday as we remember all those heroes who have served our nation.
Lafayette Community Park teems with life at every turn. The 68-acre expanse encompasses a sampling of natural habitats, but kids tend to flock toward the pair of playgrounds. Toddlers can run and climb in a fenced-in area protected by a huge canopy. It's outfitted with the classic playground must-haves—slide, jungle gym, etc.—but some parents note […]
If you're craving a tasty steak, one great place to find it near Town Center Apartments might just be Walnut Creek's Fleming's Prime. Visit and you can start your meal with a glass of wine from their expansive selection. Pair your drink with an appetizer like roasted mushroom ravioli with porcini butter sauce, pan crisped […]