Once again our Santa Clarita’s community will come together to support the girls at Saint Monica Children’s Home in Nairobi, Kenya. Last year’s “That’s Amore” event was outstanding and this year’s “Let’s Fiesta” promises even more fun and festivities. Headed by founder, Racquel (Rocky) Turner, Ann-Marie Bjorkman and a team of local supporters the forth-annual…
Over the years I keep on being asked how I’ve gotten to the point of being a wine educator and a wine judge. My first response is meant as humorous; “I drink a lot!” but that isn’t the true answer. The true answer is much more convoluted and lengthy. Let’s start with the basics. I’m…
ENGLEWOOD, Ohio – The American Wine Society brings a world of wine to Costa Mesa, Calif. for its 49th annual national conference Nov. 3-5. The nation’s oldest and largest organization of wine consumers released the agenda for the conference, which includes 49 sessions presented by internationally-known leaders such as Peter Mondavi, Jr. of Charles Krug…
Ingredients 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added garbanzo beans, drained 1 cucumber, chopped 1 cup small broccoli florets 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1 cup finely sliced kale, tough stems removed 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons finely chopped black olives 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar (Editor’s note: vinegar is vine – wine – that’s…
Annual Travel Awards Honor Excellence and Innovation in the West’s Tourism Industry PASO ROBLES, CA – Sunset Magazine has announced that Paso Robles has been named the 2016 Best Wine Country Town in the magazine’s annual Travel Awards. The region’s winemakers, restaurateurs and hoteliers are thrilled to be held in the highest regard among some of the West’s…
2nd Annual Glorious Bites Competition Opens for Entries Sonoma, CA —Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, producer of California’s most awarded sparkling wines, is once again searching for the most glorious appetizer recipe in the country to pair with its Sonoma Brut. Budding home cooks age 21 and over are encouraged to channel their inner-foodie and…
The One. The Only. Cocktails on the Roof is back on September 9, bringing you the party of the year, New York style, on the rooftop of the Macy’s Parking Garage! This immediate fan favorite returns, complete with greenery, a photo opportunity area for all your selfie poses (provided by The Magazine of Santa Clarita),…
San Jose, Calif.–J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines announced that Red Winemaker Steve Peck has been named ‘Winemaker of the Year’ by the San Luis Obispo County wine industry. Peck was nominated for ‘Winemaker of the Year’ by an esteemed group of industry associations that includes the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, the San Luis Obispo…
The California Fruit Wine Company products can be found locally at: Whole Foods Valencia Pinot’s Palette Valencia and Encino LA Rail The Santa Barbara Vino Train (www.larail.com) Cocktails on the Roof 9/9!
National Association of Wine Retailers Expect Black Market And Lost Tax Revenue if Wine Shipping Law is Not fixed (Harrisburg, PA) Unknown to many is that while the recent Pennsylvania alcohol reform legislation allowed direct consumer wine shipments from out of state wineries, it also banned consumers from having wine shipped to them from out-of-state…