Assistant Features Editor

Kate Bradshaw

Kate Bradshaw is a writer and editor with the Bay Area News Group, where she covers food and features for the Mercury News and East Bay Times. She previously reported on government, education, inequality, the outdoors and food at Embarcadero Media in Palo Alto. Her work has also appeared in the Santa Rosa Press Democrat and KneeDeep Times, among other publications. She graduated from Dartmouth College with a BA degree in English.

Blend tart, sweet and colorful citrus varieties to make this beautiful and easy savory citrus-herb salad. You'll find the recipe in "Cooking Thai" by Pim Techamuanvivit with Andrea Nguyen. (Courtesy of Ed Anderson)

‘Cooking Thai’ recipe: Savory Citrus-Herb Salad

August 31, 2026 at 11:14 a.m.

"It never fails to please dinner party guests," Chef Pim Techamuanvivit says in her new cookbook, "Cooking Thai," to describe her savory citrus-herb salad. Learn how to make it here.

Chef Pim Techamuanvivit, who runs Michelin-starred Kin Khao and Nari in San Francisco, has a new cookbook, “Cooking Thai” (Ten Speed Press, $40), out Aug. 25. (Courtesy Ed Anderson)

Culinary star shares the secrets of making authentic Thai food

August 30, 2026 at 10:10 a.m.

Chef behind multiple Michelin-starred restaurants has a new recipe book.

A scuba diver cleans the walls of the sardine exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium on Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Doug Duran/Bay Area News Group)

How to play the day away in Monterey

August 6, 2026 at 11:09 a.m.

With a world-class aquarium, family-friendly activities and fascinating history, Monterey is a popular escape. Here's why it's worth the crowds.

Willa, the author’s dog, takes in the sights, sounds and smells of the Loma Mar Redwoods along Pescadero Creek Road. (Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News Group)

3 dog-friendly Northern California camping spots to scout out this summer

July 30, 2026 at 10:40 a.m.

Skip the crowds and bring the pup to these camping destinations.

Farmers market-inspired recipe: Charred Corn and Poblano Salsa

July 21, 2026 at 10:20 a.m.

This summery salsa draws on seasonal, fresh corn for a sweet, spicy dip.

Farmers market-inspired recipe: Grilled Eggplant Sandwiches

July 20, 2026 at 11:17 a.m.

Here's how to make a satisfying, fresh vegetarian sandwich with your next eggplant haul.

Farmers market-inspired recipe: Savory Tomato Tart

July 16, 2026 at 11:18 a.m.

Make this savory tomato tart featuring a thyme-infused crust and goat cheese.

The Hummer is a classic Michigan cocktail.

‘Spirits of ’76’ recipe: Classic Hummer cocktail for Michigan

July 4, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

This thick, creamy and boozy blended milkshake captures the spirit of Detroit’s sailing scene.

‘Spirits of ’76’ recipe: Classic Dirty Soda cocktail for Utah

July 4, 2026 at 10:20 a.m.

In Utah, the Classic Dirty Soda works well as a mocktail or cocktail.

‘Spirits of ’76’ recipe: The Pisco Solstice cocktail for California

July 4, 2026 at 10:10 a.m.

This San Francisco-inspired recipe represents California in Kim Laidlaw's new cookbook.

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