Leftovers: Tamales, Wine, Protests, and Global Warming

Top food stories from the recent past and near future to whet your appetite:

Upcoming Events

Sequoia Foodie Fest
Celebrating Tulare County’s agriculture, Sequoia Foodie Fest will be held on May 15 and 16 at Dobson Field in Exeter, Calif., and will feature local wine, beer, and food in a kid-friendly festival setting. via Sequoia Foodie Fest

Full Circle Brewing Co. celebrates 10 years
For their 10-year anniversary celebration on April 1, Full Circle will bring musicians and performers who have been showcased throughout the last decade to perform short sets throughout the weekend of April 2-3. Complete listing available soon at www.fullcirclebrewing.com.

A Taste of Portugal
The Fresno County Cabrillo Civic Club #10 will host its annual A Taste of Portugal on Saturday, April 10, from 5:30-10:00 p.m. at the CPDES Portuguese Hall in Easton.

Unsubstantiated Rumors (you didn't hear it here first)

The Best Tamales in Town?
After a two-year quandary of where to get the best tamales in Fresno, year-round, a collection of grandmother-inspired recipes are said to be out for public tasting starting this past Sunday. Though Costco has been said to be in the running for the best taste at the most convenience, they certainly can’t top candied guava, spinach and artichoke, or the classic shredded pork tamales delivered to your home!

Drive-thru taco joints and local Denny’s Restaurants unite under protest
No longer will these popular after-hours spots be Fresno’s only option for late-night weekend dining.

Girl Scout Cookies...Stink?
We hope you’re not a fan of lemon creme. via Oregon Live

Local Goods:

KFSR launches The Flavors of the Valley
Celebrating the food culture and agricultural heritage of the San Joaquin Valley, Fresno State’s radio station KFSR 90.7 has launched a new program hosted by Taste Fresno’s own James Collier. Listen in on Sundays 10:00 a.m. or catch the show at www.kfsr.org (episode 1 | episode 2). via Business Street Online

Stay classy, Subway
A so-called "upscale" Subway Restaurant has replaced the old Fuzio across from Edwards Stadium at River Park (at least, it was scheduled to open March 3). Have you tried it out yet? via The Business Journal

Clovis Shares Wine Expertise at the 2010 World of Pinot Noir
Trelio Sommelier Chris Shackleford served on the expert panel for a annual event last week where Pinor Noir producers and enthusiasts from around the globe gather for a weekend of tasting seminars and other wine extravaganzas. via World of Pinot

More in Food News

Ruiz Food recall
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has issued a recall on almost 116,000 pounds of Ruiz Foods beef and cheese products due to possible salmonella contamination. via The Business Journal

Coffee growers expect prices to rise due to global warming
Higher temperatures combined with a decrease in available land and water resources have hammered coffee producers around the world, according to the International Coffee Organization (ICO). If you don’t already have a set budget for your java addiction, it may be time to get started. via Fast Company