My late friend and co-worker, chef Marc Vogel, had a special way of making Thanksgiving better for those of us working the holiday shift at the newsroom. Every year, he’d bring in turkey and stuffing, ...

I love the crisp, cool, salty air that soothes your throat as you take a deep breath; the beaches that stretch for miles and hold my precious memories; the abundance of nature and wildlife that never ...

First up is umbrage, a term often used for taking offense. It originates from the Latin umbra, meaning “shadow.” Imagine feeling “in the shade” or slighted—that’s umbrage. Then there’s brouhaha, a ...

Please don’t join the Darwin club by trying to drive through flooded roadways. Bad idea. Don’t do it. A powerful storm system pummeled Sonoma County this week, bringing record-breaking rainfall and ...

Just over three years ago, Bree Douma, an experienced flower farmer, and Scott Nebesky, formerly a business person, came together with the purpose of sharing nature’s beauty and bounty with the ...

Touch may be our most fundamental way of bonding and building deep connections. Often called “the mother of all senses,” touch shapes how we feel at home in our bodies and relationships—or how we feel ...

California wild roses (Rosa californica) are so common that it’s easy to overlook them as a garden option. However, unlike domestic roses, they’re drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. Pruning is only ...

As the holiday season approaches, the allure of online shopping grows stronger. After all, who doesn’t love the idea of buying gifts in their pajamas at 2 a.m., all while contributing to Jeff Bezos’ ...

Thanksgiving is a beloved holiday where people gather with family and friends to celebrate. As we learned in school, the first Thanksgiving in America took place over three days in 1621 as a harvest ...

Did you see that an invasive species of fast-breeding giant rodents was poised to do a billion dollars in damage right here in the North Bay? Which is strange because I didn’t know the Legislature was ...

KBBF’s newest program, the El Tramaine Show, almost did not happen. Host Tramaine Austin-Dillon explains, “In November 2023, I attended Dia de los Cien, an annual event put on by Los Cien Sonoma ...

For many in the Bay Area, enjoying fresh Dungeness crab in November or December is a cherished tradition. Whether piled high at family gatherings, served with warm sourdough, or starring in festive ...