PASO ROBLES, Calif. — The 2026 Austin Hope Charity Golf Tournament delivered an unforgettable day of golf, hospitality, and philanthropy, raising $167,000 for Must! Charities during a sold-out event at Hunter Ranch Golf Course. Hosted by Austin Hope and Hope Family Wines, the tournament has become one of the area’s most anticipated charitable events and…
We haven’t written about our wine imbibing at home in a while so we thought we’d share some of our tasting notes. These wines were all delicious and they also brought back some great memories. 2022 Turley Wine Cellars “The White Coat” – for those who think of Turley as just a producer of great…
Today I’m sharing a one-bottle post from a winery I haven’t tasted from in a long time, Artisan Uprising in Paso Robles (now the winery is in Simi Valley). The one-bottle post is something Eddie had me start years ago. The thought is that winemakers put a lot into a single wine, and to do…
Featuring a brand new LoveShackFancy custom-designed floral print, the collectible bottles launch June 18 to kick off Rosé Season MIAMI, PRNewswire — Santa Margherita Wines is officially kicking off rosé season with the return of its fan-favorite LoveShackFancy collaboration. Back by popular demand, the two celebrated brands are reuniting for a second summer, unveiling a limited-edition…
There is one question that I’m asked the most often: What is your favorite wine? This may seem to be silly to you, but for someone that has dedicated a few decades of their life to studying wine it’s a question that is simply impossible for me to answer in a simple sentence. Way too…
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of Saint Helena’s Smith-Madrone wines, especially their dry Riesling, and have been reviewing them for a few years now. When I received their latest emailed promotion for a six-bottle pack of their new Chardonnay, Riesling and Rose, I snatched them right up! (Note on the photo: In all…
Chef Suzanne Goin and Restaurateur Caroline Styne Introduce Updated Offerings Celebrating Local L.A. Culture with Hearty Burritos, Hand-Crafted Pizzas, the All-American Fried Chicken Picnic Box, Piri Piri Chicken for Two in Supper in Your Seats and Their Favorite Magpie’s Soft Serve Treats LOS ANGELES – The LA Phil has announced menus for the 2026 Hollywood Bowl…
L.A. LOVES ALEX’S LEMONADE RETURNS FOR 14TH YEAR ON OCTOBER 17 $12.5 Million Raised to date for Childhood Cancer Research L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade Stand announces that their 14th annual cookout in Los Angeles is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, and tickets are now on sale with early bird pricing until 9/1/26. The 2025…
The story of the Overshine Collective is a fascinating one. Former Google executive David Drummond had become familiar with and very fond of Healdsburg and the surrounding area, having visited it many times to enjoy his brother Ray Drummond’s performances in the Healdsburg Jazz Fest. Ray, an acclaimed jazz bassist, lived in New Jersey, so…
11th Annual Breckenridge Wine Classic Announces Its Experiential Lineup and Friday Night Yonder Mountain String Band Concert More than a half-dozen ticketed experiences are now on sale for the August 20–22 festival BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. – The 11th annual Breckenridge Wine Classic has unveiled its 2026 lineup of intimate, ticketed experiences for wine lovers, foodies, outdoor enthusiasts – and…
