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I've made the drive to Sierra Cascade Blueberry Farm every summer for a few years now. This year Denise came with me. Certified organic, $6.50 a pound, cash only — picking starts at 7 a.m.

Right off I-5 in Dunsmuir, Yaks on the 5 serves handcrafted burgers with names like Arnold Alpha and OMG! — and a free sticky bun if you leave them a review. Pull over.

A Pipeline Classic built on Prather Ranch beef, local beer on tap, and a patio that earns its summer wait — this is the gastropub N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. built its lunch hour around.

When I need a change of scenery, Daycamp Coffee in Meriam Park is one of my go-to spots — great coffee, good food, and an upstairs area that's perfect for getting things done.

Andrew Haskins and his NorCal Trash Pandas team handle the jobs nobody else wants — hoarder houses, hazmat cleanouts, massive commercial hauls — same-day, seven days a week across Butte County.

Two locations, a farmers market presence, 100% organic cold-pressed juices, and housemade açaí bowls — Live Life Juice Co. fits right into the feel of Chico.