From Chone to Main Street: ProAbition's New Executive Chef
Roddy Barberan, who joined the downtown restaurant in 2025, draws on family cooking traditions from coastal Ecuador.
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Where Every Cup Tells a Story: Notebook Cafe Opens in Downtown
Brothers John and Michael Leyba open a Downtown cafe rooted in guest service, a diverse menu, and a simple idea: everyone deserves a place to reset.
Devereaux House is Reimagining Riverside Nightlife
What started as a birthday party experiment has grown into one of Riverside's most distinctive new venues, one glass at a time.
Sazón and Cultura Bring Riverside's Tamale Festival Together
The Spanish Town Heritage Foundation's 13th annual Tamale Festival returned to White Park on April 18, bringing food, ballet folklórico and Ozomatli in honor of the Trujillo Adobe's historic designation.
Where to Find the Best Coffee in Riverside? Arcade Coffee Roasters Has Spent 13 Years Earning That Answer
The specialty coffee roaster behind three Riverside locations has built one of the most credible cups in the region — and the work behind it runs a lot deeper than most people realize.
Riverside Tamale Festival Returns April 18 to Celebrate Adobe's Historic Designation
This year's "Todos Juntos" theme marks the first festival since the Trujillo Adobe was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Restaurant Week Returns With 20 Participating Eateries
Diners can explore specially priced menus at restaurants across the Downtown core from March 28 through April 5.
Mikey G's Finally Has a Home, and It Was Worth the Wait
Geoff Gouveia, Jake Driscoll and Steven Burgos finally open the doors on their long-awaited Midtown coffee and bagel shop.
Stray Dogs Coffee Marks One Year With a Month of Celebrations
The Downtown dog-friendly café is celebrating its first anniversary with events through the end of February, including a movie night, a matcha class and a two-day anniversary weekend.
Café de Oro Aztecas Brings Mexican Coffee to Downtown
Ricardo Gallegos opens brick-and-mortar shop after years of pop-ups, bringing Veracruz coffee and culture to Main Street.
Super Bowl Sunday: Where to Watch & What to Eat in Riverside
The Seahawks take on the Patriots Feb. 8, 2026, with a 3:30 p.m. kickoff. Local forecast: 78° and sunny – perfect for outdoor viewing!