For several weeks now I have been hearing rumors about our newest wine bar in town: Roman Holiday Wine Lounge (RH). I myself was guilty of repeating the original quip, “bath house or wine bar”? So, armed with pen and pad, and the nerve to request an interview, I met with Jen Baker, their manager/sommelier,…
Assistance League’s 8th Annual Sunset in the Vineyard fundraiser will be held on Sunday, November 1 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the picturesque Compa Vineyard and homes of Jeannie, Chris and Tim Carpenter. Chairpersons Patricia Teichert and Cheryl Gray are looking forward to welcoming members of the community and promise an unforgettable afternoon celebrating…
Upcoming wine tasting event showcases prestigious collectable wines from California and Washington; over 150 wines from 40 top Cabernet producers on Wednesday, November 18th, 2015 at PENINSULA Beverly Hills. Beverly Hills, California – wineLA has exceeded annual expectations and has procured the best ever – STARS of Cabernet gathering. “All Cabernet producers are now confirmed…
I want to share just a little about this past Saturday’s Art and Wine Gala – my full story will run in the Beacon on 10/8 – because the guests were great, the food was awesome, the wine was killer, the ballerinas adorable, the TPC staff was attentive and the auction proved once again that…
A Collaborative Menu by Renowned Sicilian Chefs Peppe Barone and Antonio Colombo Reflect Sicily’s Culinary Heritage and Contemporary Styling Piero Selvaggio and Executive Chef Tommaso Tarantino of VALENTINO, and their special guests Executive Chef Peppe Barone (Fattoria delle Torri and Ristorante Cenobio) and Executive Chef Antonio Colombo ( Locanda Gulfi), located in Sicily. In tribute to the Columbus Day holiday, Piero Selvaggio hosts celebrated Chef Peppe Barone of Fattoria delle Torri in Modica, Piero’s humble birthplace in…
Chef David Lentz and Chef de Cuisine Kris Longley Showcase Palmina’s Italian Styled Wines with a Menu Inspired by the California Central Coast WHO: Chef/Owner David Lentz, Chef de Cuisine Kris Longley, The Hungry Cat Santa Monica and Winemaker Steve Clifton of Palmina Wines WHAT: David Lentz’s seaside restaurant, The Hungry Cat in Santa Monica Canyon, welcomes Winemaker Steve…
The recent boom in sales of Prosecco is a story that continues to generate great interest among both the trade and consumers in the US. As is often the case when demand for a product grows, so does supply and choice. With many Proseccos on the market, deciphering quality can be a challenge, and is…
Artisan’s Chris and Mike Kobayashi Launch a Second Venture – A Breakfast and Lunch Eatery on Main Street in the Heart of Templeton TEMPLETON, California; September 2015 – Chef Chris Kobayashi and his brother/partner Michael Kobayashi have opened their second venture, Kitchenette, on September 1, 2015 at 105 South Main Street in Templeton. Located in the former Roost Café, Kitchenette is a breakfast and lunch eatery…
There is always so many great opportunities to experience living in the beautiful Sonoma County Wine country and working in the wine industry here just adds to the flavor of what is available. Frequently, I find myself invited to a specific winery, to meet a winemaker or to go and taste new release wines at…
For a long time, BYOB in Las Vegas was pretty hit-or-miss. Some restaurants welcomed BYOB diners with open arms, some charged outrageous corkage fees, some said they didn’t allow BYOB, while others said it was illegal [I believe it actually was in some parts of LV, maybe still is]. Some of these inconsistencies occurred at…