Vintage Eve Circa March 2013: Local Chef Linda Spiker and The Organic Kitchen
Once again I met a local chef via Facebook. And the latest, Linda Spiker, has a blog, an online store, videos, many sold-out hands-on cooking classes (so act fast!), sample menus, how-to videos and has just written her second cookbook. So, of course, all of this information just whetted my appetite so I asked Linda…
Round Up: Favorite Wine or Cocktail Events
It’s no secret that Eve’s Wine 101 co-hosts Cocktails on the Roof (save the date: 8/25/17!) and is currently recruiting wineries – and guests – to Wine in the Pines. (That date is set for 6/10/17). This got me to thinking…what are the best wine or cocktail events our readers/followers have enjoyed and would recommend?…
When is it Okay To Use Someone Else’s Words: ONLY in the Wine industry
So I had this friend/co-worker that had a nasty habit of taking my ideas and repeating them as her own in a very weird way: immediately, and right in front of me. She would listen, then physically turn to another person in the group, and spew it out again. I mentioned it when it happened:…
Vintage Beacon Circa Dec 2012: “The Last Supper” at Maru
At press time Maru will be no more. One of two local restaurants serving French cuisine – Le Chene being the first – Maru was also known for its fresh sushi, Japanese and French daily menu and eclectic selection of wine and Sake. But, let’s not stop there… Maru (aka Maru Sushi) provided Santa Claritans…
Vintage Eve Sept 2012: Muy Bueno, Three Generations of Authentic Mexican Flavor
On Nov. 8, 2012 locals had the opportunity to learn from three generations of one local Mexican-American family when they met Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack and Veronica Gonzalez-Smith over their first book signing. Want to get hungry? I did when I watched their video (link) and then sought out Veronica on Facebook to do a quick 5-question…
San Antonio Winery Nominated for Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine
On the cusp of its 100th anniversary, Riboli Family Wine Estates’ founding winery is only one of five wineries in the United States to be nominated for this prestigious award. Paso Robles, Calif. – Riboli Family Wine Estates is proud to announce its founding winery, San Antonio Winery, which was established in 1917, has been…
October 2016 Edition: Bits and Pieces by Michael Perlis
Facebook and other media have been burning up for the last few months with news about a certain Paso Robles winery not being particularly environmentally friendly. If you’re not aware of it, here’s something to get you started: http://pasoroblesdailynews.com/justin-winery-clear-cutting/56473/. For regular updates, check out the Protect The Oaks Facebook page. On the other hand, not…
The Name of Your Winery: Maybe it Shouldn’t BE Your Name
Driving down Highway 29 in Napa Valley I spied the ivy covered grand front entrance of Cosentino Winery. Then I recalled the many times Mitch Cosentino came to Santa Clarita Valley to do tasting events for Valencia Wine Company. There were many locals that were enamored with Mitch’s wines. Fast forward a few years and…
L.A. Weekly Presents Sips & Sweets
L.A. Weekly is proud to present Sips & Sweets 2016! In its third year, our now annual holiday party will feature over 15 of the city’s top bakers and over 20 of LA’s most respected mixologists. Join us Friday, December 2nd from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. and sample delicious confections, sip on handcrafted cocktails…