When we planned a skiing vacation in Park City we had been warned that drinking in Utah would be problematic, most of which I knew from my American Wines certification course. One friend went so far to say that the cocktails are watered down, stick to the wine. (Want to cut to the chase? Story…
Santa Monica, CA: Winter in Los Angeles can be a conundrum of weather patterns, from chill winds and temperatures below 50 degrees, to a scorching heatwave that makes an appearance in January. As the temperature drops this holiday season and the wind carries a chill on its back, Red O Santa Monica introduces New Corporate…
Recently, my esteemed publisher and good friend Eve Bushman wrote an article about her current pet peeves. I think I was at least partially instrumental in triggering one of them. One of the issues she raised had to do with restaurant customers whining about the adequacy of appropriate stemware for wine service. Her suggestion to…
San Luis Obispo, Calif. – With an innovative seasonal menu that reflects the abundance of fresh, organic foods on the Central Coast, Thomas Hill Organic Kitchen works with local purveyors and farmers to source only the freshest organic and local produce, grass-fed and natural meats, as well as local fish. Breads are always crafted by…
A Stunning Setting for Food and Drink Inspired by the Amalfi Coast Opens in Emerging Beverly Hills Neighborhood BEVERLY HILLS, California – The Toscana Restaurant Group announced the highly anticipated opening of Nerano, located at 9960 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, on Saturday, November 19, 2016. Nerano is the vision of owners Andy Brandon-Gordon and…
The ultimate eating holiday is almost here. It’s time for cooler weather, football and gorging ourselves silly. Actually – I hate football, but I love Thanksgiving! We’ll get right to it with a Fall Harvest Salad full of roasted squash, apples, dried cranberries and toasted pecans, topped with a creamy Pumpkin Goddess Dressing. For the…
A Stunning Setting for Food and Drink Inspired by the Amalfi Coast is Slated for November Opening BEVERLY HILLS, California – The Toscana Restaurant Group confirms their new and fourth concept – Nerano – will open mid-November, 2016 in Beverly Hills. Nerano, located at 9960 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, is strategically positioned adjacent to the Peninsula…
Artisan receives first award for an “Amazing Laser Focused Wine List” from Wine Enthusiast, the Leading Wine Lifestyle Publication, in their sixth annual issue Paso Robles, CA – Artisan, Paso Robles’ leading restaurant, is proud to announce it is among the selected group of winners for the annual Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s America’s 100 Best Wine…
Santa’s Barbara’s favorite dining destination, The Lark, is recognized by Wine Enthusiast, the Leading Wine Lifestyle Publication, in their sixth annual issue of the “Best Places to Drink Up In While Dining Out” Santa Barbara, CA – The Lark, one of Santa Barbara’s most acclaimed restaurants, is proud to announce it is among the selected group of…