National Donut Day and Mary’s Donuts is ready for the crowd
It’s tomorrow but I got a jump on it before the lines get too long. National Donut Day is June 1 and Mary’s Donuts in Santee and Lakeside are gearing up for the big day. Mary’s has a loyal following because they make donuts by hand and sure to be fresh. The dough is raised...
A Hearty Breakfast in Santee
This local Santee restaurant has been serving breakfast and lunch since 1994, and we have had many good breakfast omelettes and pancakes over the years. We used to go to the old location on the other end of town until the entire corner made room for houses. The restaurant moved into a new building on...
Swiss trained baker in Santee making special cakes
When a pastry chef tells me he graduated from culinary school in Switzerland, I stand at attention. Chef Carl Zeitsen and his wife Melina (also a baker) own Eccentric International Chefs Bakery in Santee and make exquisite wedding cakes and cakes for all occasions. Chef Zeitsen’s resume includes making desserts at resorts in Monte Carlo,...
