Taste of Temecula: Eat, Drink, Be Merry

17. March 2010

Denim and Diamonds

There are many fun and fancy charity events for very worthy causes. Then there is the Diamond and Denim Gala. May 15th 2010 is the 8th Annual Denim and Diamonds gala to benefit Safe Alternatives For Everyone. The western-themed event takes place at K.D. Acres, a beautiful 15 acre ranch in the heart of Temecula [...]

15. March 2010

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Rustico

Rustico has a warm, friendly vibe. It almost feels like entering a restaurant while vacationing in Italy - a feeling aided by a huge trompe l’oeil painting of the Italian countryside hanging on the wall.

12. March 2010

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Rod Run

As of Wednesday morning they started to show and camp out preferred parking spots. Rod Run 2010 is here, cruising starts tonight at 5:00 and continues until 8:00 pm. Saturday all the cars are on display. This is a banner year, and there should be close to 700 pre-1970 cars in total on display. As of [...]

12. March 2010

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Paso Robles Grand Tasting

Recently the Paso Robles Vintners and Growers Association hosted a huge tasting at the NTC Promenade in San Diego. Close to 300 wines were available to taste.

11. March 2010

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Brewed in Temecula

Black Market Brewing Company Tucked away on Enterprise Circle is a business that smells like a bakery, but looks more like a small oil refinery. Welcome to Black Market Brewing Company, Temecula’s premium micro brewer! Black Market Brewing Company is new to the Temecula scene having begun operations in June of 2009 and is expanding at a [...]

16. March 2010

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BABYCAKES

As wedding season approaches, brides are focused on cakes, flowers and pretty dresses. There are two wonderful ladies who can help these brides with a non-traditional cake display. Trish Forney and Janet Elwell are the minds behind Babycakes Cupcakes. You can’t find them in any storefront. They simply work from their website, http://Baby-Cakes-Cupcakes.com. A sunny [...]

12. March 2010

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Quick Gettaway

On the Road with Taste of Temecula’s Traz to Lompoc When I came home around noon last Friday I knew I had hit that proverbial wall. My wife knew it too. I said, “We have those vouchers for The Embassy Suites in Lompoc, but we would have to leave early Sunday to get home in time for [...]

10. March 2010

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World of Wine – Tasting Notes

Transcribed tasting notes, food and general interpretation of the 2010 Wold of Wine in the Temecula ava, for the wine geek in you!

8. March 2010

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A Night to Help Save the Animals

By Marilyn Tipps The Animal Rescue Kompany (ARK) is a non-profit organization started by people who volunteered and fostered animals. They decided to make a difference and decrease the number of euthanized animals. Joy Brown and Betty Ann drive to shelters daily and rescue dogs and cats that would otherwise be euthanized. They strive to find [...]

8. March 2010

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Manhattan Deli

By: Marilyn Tipps The Manhattan Deli had been on my mind for days. Finally stepping, in my eyes first fixated on the size of the pastries gleaming at me from within the glass cabinets. The Manhattan Deli is a New York deli serving up kosher meats, whitefish, tongue and borscht. The authentic New York Cheesecake is [...]

6. March 2010

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Warrior Dash at Lake Elsinore April 10-11

13,000 Runners to Compete in America’s Most Extreme Running Event Courtesy Red Frog Events LAKE ELSINORE, CA (APRIL 10 and11) – It’s more than a race, it’s Warrior Dash. On April 10 and 11, fearless runners will be heading to the course at Storm Stadium to take on twelve intense obstacles over five kilometers of [...]

4. March 2010

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Splash Wine Bar

Splash is a unique wine bar in the North Park neighborhood of San Diego that attracts the smart and beautiful crowds to lounge in deep leather couches, or hang out at the bar. It is unique in that all the wine is dispensed in self-service Enomatic machines. There are 72 wines available with new varieties [...]

1. March 2010

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A night on the town in grand style

Taste of Temecula Crew were recently treated to a night with all the stops pulled out. Keeping us in a style that we could easily grow accustomed to was Showcase Limousine . Our driver Chris was an affable and intimately professional driver. We departed Temecula and kicked off the ride in style by opening an unreleased [...]

25. February 2010

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The World of Wine returns to Temecula in 9 days.

Last years harvest has been slumbering away for the Winter and is now ready for barrel tasting. Malolactic fermentation is complete and the wine has had time to rest. Some wines will be bottled for immediate consumption, and others will continue their quiet slumber for a few more years. Join us in celebrating the World of [...]

21. February 2010

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Vibe at Miramonte

Last night was the second event, and it had people dancing most of the night. Another rocking night with DJ’s stretching hard, trying to mesh 1986 with 2008 back to back tunes. It worked. Judging by the five empty wine bottles, my table had fun. The place was packed early on and gradually lightened up. Conversation is [...]

19. February 2010

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Wine Extraordinaire in Anaheim

The Orange County Wine Society (OCWS) is just days away from the wine tasting event of the year—the 2010 Wine Extraordinaire! Please make plans for you and your friends to join us for this year’s event on Sunday, February 28, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Hilton Anaheim. Consider this the Shopping Mall of Wines with over 65 wineries under one roof.

17. February 2010

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Temecula Valley Foundation for Excellence in Education Brings Back Taste of Temecula Valley to Raise Money for TVUSD Students

Courtesy, Taste of Temecula Valley TEMECULA, CA – The Temecula Valley Foundation for Excellence in Education (TVFEE), in partnership with the Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD), the City of Temecula, and Riverside County, will sponsor a Taste of Temecula Valley (TOTV) April 17-18. Proceeds will benefit the more than 29,000 students in grades K-12 in [...]

14. February 2010

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Staff and Fans Lunch at Soros, Wednesday

Join Taste of Temecula Staff for lunch at Soro’s on Wednesday. Talk to our writers and photographers and tell us what you want to see covered in the community. We have a growing stash of great local wine to give away as door prizes. Taste of Temecula Staff and Fans Lunch @ Soros Time:12:00AM Wednesday, February 17th Location:Soro’s [...]

11. February 2010

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Lorimar Vineyards and Winery

It was another Friday evening after work. A drive to Old Town Temecula made the evening wonderful with a tasting at Lorimar Winery. The actual winery is located off Anza road, north of Rancho California road, however their new tasting room is located next to the old mercantile store off of Main Street. The tasting room [...]

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Denim and Diamonds

Rustico

Rod Run

Paso Robles Grand Tasting

Brewed in Temecula

BABYCAKES

Quick Gettaway

World of Wine – Tasting Notes

A Night to Help Save the Animals

Manhattan Deli

Warrior Dash at Lake Elsinore April 10-11

Splash Wine Bar

A night on the town in grand style

The World of Wine returns to Temecula in 9 days.

Vibe at Miramonte

Wine Extraordinaire in Anaheim

Temecula Valley Foundation for Excellence in Education Brings Back Taste of Temecula Valley to Raise Money for TVUSD Students

Staff and Fans Lunch at Soros, Wednesday

Lorimar Vineyards and Winery

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