Posts with tag 'Bakersfield CA'

Eating a hearty hot breakfast has all sorts of benefits, from making us feel full longer (hot food is said to be more satisfying than cold) so that we snack less, to breaking the long fast since dinner time to help regulate blood sugar better. While there's some debate now about breakfast being the most healthful meal of all, there's no doubt that the right breakfast fare can give you much-needed nutrition. From steel cut oats to orange juice and eggs, breakfast foods can be delicious as well as nutritious. 

In case you hadn't realized, now that you've moved into the dream home you selected from Bakersfield homes for sale, February will be National Hot Breakfast Month. What better time to explore the Bakersfield area and see who has the best hot breakfast around? Here are some suggestions to get you started.

1. Cafe Smitten -  909 18th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301
   Cafe Smitten offers those with an appetite for an eclectic hot breakfast just that. Menu items prepared on the premises include Super Seed Oatmeal (seven rolled oats, plus mixed seeds and nuts, golden raisins, brown sugar, and steamed milk); scrambled eggs with feta cheese, spinach, and avocado; and vegan burrito with garbanzo beans, sauteed mushrooms, and kale. Don't forget to sample the toasts, served on pecan raisin bread: peanut butter and jelly; almond plus banana; Nutella plus hazelnuts; or a flight of all three. Takeout is available.

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Extra storage is always a plus. No matter how big or small your home is, there's always a need for more places to stash stuff. If you're looking to add your home to the list of Bakersfield homes for sale, you should know that storage can attract or put off buyers, depending on what you have. It's therefore critical to highlight your home's storage features or come with some creative solutions if you're lacking storage space. Our agents share these clever storage solutions that will make your home more appealing to buyers.

• Make Use of Unused Space
  Those nooks and crannies, irregular walls, and unused corners are possible options for creating more storage space. For instance, you can transform an empty corner of the room or space under a bay window into useful built-in storage that will get buyers' attention. Add a bench under a window to create a cozy seating area and get plenty of room for stashing your books and other items. In the kitchen, you can add plinth drawers underneath cabinets for additional storage.

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The 2021 colors of the year are here, and it's time to explore creative ways to incorporate these hues into your home's color palate. Our agents recommend refreshing your home's paint to maximize its appeal to potential buyers. Here are some of the top shades for 2021 and some ideas for incorporating them into your space. 

1. Aegean Teal
   Aegean Teal from Benjamin Moore combines blue-green hues with shades of gray. The result is a tranquil grayish-teal hue that induces feelings of harmony and peaceful solitude. Even though Aegean Teal is a darker hue, it's a versatile shade that can work anywhere in your home. It would be an excellent choice for an accent wall in your living room or kitchen. Or, if you prefer a bold hue that still encourages relaxation, try Aegean Teal in your bedroom or bathroom.

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National Tempura Day is January 7, so be sure to celebrate the holiday by treating yourself to your favorite lightly fried, crispy dish. Not only is tempura delicious, but it also uses less grease than other frying methods. While we typically associate tempura with Japanese cooking, did you know the frying style actually originated in Portugal? Tempura batter is actually just a mix of egg, flour, and cold water. 

Our agents have so many favorite Japanese restaurants in the area, that it's hard to pick just one recommendation. They decided to put together a list of their top five favorite locations to celebrate Tempura Day around Central California.

• JIN Sushi - 1600 19th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301
  Located in the heart of downtown Bakersfield, JIN Sushi offers delicious vegetable and shrimp tempura as well as sushi, salads, and a variety of Japanese dinner entrees. The dining atmosphere is simple and casual, and imported beers and spirits are available when dining in. Takeout can also be ordered online. After dinner, you have to be sure to drive by some of these newly listed Bakersfield homes for sale.

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Homebuyers have a keen eye for details. You would be surprised at the things they mention to our agents as they walk through your home. From the color of the walls to the choice of the flooring materials, the following are some of the six most common things prospective buyers will notice as they inspect your home:

1. Illumination. Homebuyers want sunny spaces to enjoy. They shun dark and dreary rooms and prefer bright and cheery bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and more. For this reason, we strongly recommend hanging and pulling back light curtains and installing bright light bulbs before taking any photos or scheduling a walkthrough.
   
   
2. Space. Prospective buyers want to know if your home has enough space to store their belongings, raise their children, engage in hobbies, and entertain guests. If your home feels stuffed and cramped, most buyers will take a pass and drive on down the road. This is why we strongly recommend holding garage sales, donating to Goodwill, and hauling any excess furniture, clothing, and clutter away via mobile storage solutions before a client ever walks through the home.
   
   

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