If you think you’ve been there and sipped that in California wine country, think again. In honor of California Wine Month, when the vineyards are buzzing with harvest activities and celebrations, many of the Golden State’s emerging wine regions are inviting wine lovers to go a little off road, and experience the unexpected, from hands... Read More
Packed with belly-filling fiber and “heart-healthy” fats, inside are a few recipes that will help families kick-start the back-to-school season on the right foot: Read More
Margaritas are on everyone’s mind this week with Cinco de Mayo looming on the calendar. If you’re imbibing for the holiday, try kicking the menu up a notch beyond nachos or cheesy queso dip. El Agave Restaurant in San Diego shared with us a cocktail recipe for the holiday, and recommended pairing traditional dishes like... Read More
After launching this spring at the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, Azzurre Vodka has begun to receive industry recognition and critical acclaim for their ultra premium vodka. At the 2014 International Craft Spirits Awards, two dozen respected and influential judges conducted a blind tasting of the best spirits in... Read More
One of the top places on my list of travel destinations has always been to experience the beauty and culture of wine country. You hear the stories of lush mountains, never-ending vineyards, and amazing sunsets, and at some point, begin to ask yourself, “why have you not bought your plane ticket yet?” But why do we tend to... Read More
The 6th Annual San Diego Spirits Festival is only a few months away. Register today to secure a booth, enter products into the International Spirits Competition, Sponsor events, and secure your attendance at this awesome weekend event! What To Expect in the Two Days: Product sampling Consumer involvement International Spirits Competition Bartender/Mixologist Cocktail creations (Product... Read More
Le Metro Wine Underground is incredibly excited to invite you to sit down with them at the awesome chef’s table-in the kitchen-at La Villa Restaurant in San Diego’s Little Italy. This delicious, family style meal will feature Aaron Epstein’s wine selections from Volume X: California Soil, Italian Soul, accompanied by La Villa’s rustic Italian flavors. This edition shipped on Monday and has already sold out, so this may be your... Read More
East Bay Vintners Alliance Presents the Sixth Annual “Passport to East Bay Wines” Local Wineries open their doors to the public for tastings, entertainment for once-a-year weekend event March 15-16 Once a year, the urban winemakers of the East Bay, open their doors to the public for a “Passport to the East Bay Wines” weekend... Read More
If you’re going on this weekend, here’s a round up of spots you can get your tequila and lime on at for National Margarita Day. Totally Tropical … For the latest buzz among the North Hollywood neighborhood dining scene, executive Chef Warren Schwartz’s food & drink workshop Warren’s Blackboard at The Beverly Garland is not to be missed. The... Read More