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Strawberry coulis-filled vanilla cupcakes at Mi Little Oaxaca Bakery & Cafe.

A Little Sugar at Mi Little Oaxaca Bakery & Cafe

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 23, 2021 at 12:30PM

Where once Tasty Tacos sold its generous namesake in Cutten, Mi Little Oaxaca Bakery & Cafe has opened its doors. Owner Jose Chavez Posos started turning out custom cakes, cupcakes, sandwiches and tortas in early December of last year after selling cakes out of his home.

Tony Burris of the Corregidor weighs crab for former Eureka mayor and coroner Frank Jäger.

Photos: The Crab Has Landed

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 20, 2021 at 4:51PM

After delays due to weight and price negotiations, and despite rough seas over the weekend that led to one fishing boat requiring rescue by the Coast Guard, Humboldt welcomed crab boats to its docks and their haul of Dungeness to its tables. Boats like the Sandy B, The Corregidor, the Josie L and the Jenna Lee pulled the coveted crustaceans from their live wells for customers who came to the docks for the first taste of the season.

Dining Local for the Win

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 18, 2021 at 5:16PM

On Jan. 11, the Choose Humboldt Coalition kicked off its Restaurant Month via social media with a giveaway meant to boost sales at locally owned restaurants. Diners are invited to snap photos of their meals, whether takeout or at outdoor dining setups, and post them with a couple of hashtags (#dineouthumboldt and #choosehumboldt) for a chance to win a $50 gift card at the local restaurant of their choice. ————————>

Blue Room Lounge Closes

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 15, 2021 at 6:52AM

Garberville lost a stalwart watering hole on Sunday when the Blue Room Lounge announced on Facebook it had poured its last cocktail. The bar's owner did not respond to messages from the Journal but patrons replied to the post with their lamentations.

The dining room at the Sea Grill, where indoor dining ends after tonight.

Eating in the Purple Tier

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 13, 2021 at 5:16PM

On Tuesday, the state moved Humboldt County back into the purple "widespread" tier. Some of the restrictions under the state's highest risk tier have shifted over the course of the pandemic, so here's a rundown of what's allowed at eating and drinking establishments under current conditions.

Opera Alley Bistro Redux

By Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 10, 2021 at 1:00PM

The keen sense of déjà vu you may be experiencing passing Opera Alley Bistro where once Café Nooner slung its falafel and burgers is warranted — another business by the same name operated there years ago. But this venture, opened officially Dec. 1 of last year, is run by Autumn and Kyall Widmier, who also own the Madrone Taphouse just across the lot.

Sweet Home for Chicago Dog House

by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on January 5, 2021 at 8:03AM

The loss of Deo's Sandwich Shop in September had Henderson Center regulars collectively crumpling and throwing napkins in despair for the 47-year-old establishment. But what could replace it in such a tiny space?

COVID-19 Positive Temporarily Closes Toni's

by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on December 23, 2020 at 10:50AM

On Monday, Dec. 21, Toni's 24-Hour Restaurant announced via Facebook that due to an employee's positive COVID-19 test, the restaurant would be shutting down for a deep cleaning and reopening at 7 a.m. on Dec. 27. It's the most recent of a spate of COVID-19 related closures in Arcata this month.

Salt, Campground to Re-open; COVID-19 Positive Closes Stars Arcata

by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on November 28, 2020 at 4:36PM

Salt Fish House posted to its Facebook page that it will resume outdoor, takeout and delivery service on Dec. 1. The restaurant, along with its sibling Campground, closed Nov. 18 after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

Negative COVID-19 Tests Reopen Wildflower, Positive Shutters Plaza Grill

by Jennifer Fumiko Cahill on November 22, 2020 at 11:01AM

After closing briefly because a staff member had contact with a person with COVID-19, Wildflower Cafe & Bakery will open its doors today. Co-owner Sue Charnes told the Journal in an email, the entire crew has tested negative.

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