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Guest Writer: Jim Lilly Temecula’s newest wine store, Wine On A Dime, is owned and operated by Don and Michelle Campini. Many may recognize their names, as they are the former owners of Campini’s Deli. After 8 years of owning the Deli, the Campini’s sold it in 2006 and, in January of this year, they opened Wine On A Dime. When asked why they … [Read more...]
Hidden high up in the mountain mists of Rainbow is one of the seven flower farms managed by Protea USA. It's a unique operation that blends so well into the landscape you would never even see it, if you did not know that it was there. The operation is Lawrence Keller's brainchild, and for this South African expatiate, it very appropriately, grows only … [Read more...]
With palates overloaded from bratwurst, beer, hot peppers and home-made fries our host introduced a Chardonnay, local, from Ramona. I was fortunate at this tasting to be in the company of two professional tasters; Travis Tingley and Trasier Schuyler. I like evaluating wine in a group as someone always tends to pick up on a nuance that is overlooked, and you … [Read more...]
Courtesy Rotary Club of Temecula Date Saturday, April 17, 2010 - Sunday, April 18, 2010 local time Address Bike Ride - Old Town Temecula & Triathlon at Great Oak High School Tri only - 32555 Deer Hollow Way (right off Pechanga) Fees See Details Below! Registration Closing Date Friday, April 16, 2010 @ 11:59 … [Read more...]
The City of Temecula Community Services Department is once again hosting an Easter Egg Hunt, this Saturday for children up to 11 years old. The event takes place at the following parks: Date: Saturday, April 3rd Time: 10am start (don't be late) Locations: *Harveston Community Park (28582 Harveston Drive) Paloma Del Sol Park (32099 De Portola … [Read more...]
Bethany Rogers Eating well means different things to different people. To the gourmet, it means eating delicious food, full of complex flavor. To the health enthusiast, it means eating natural foods, low in fat, high in nutrition. The Inland Empire CSA provides a convenient way for both of these groups to eat well, while also answering concerns about our … [Read more...]
Yep, that's pretty much how I see it too. Finding a good Chardonnay in this area can sometimes be challenging. Well, fret no longer my chardonnay lovers. Although you have been drawn to La Crema and the sort, I have found your local alternative and at a price that you will sing an ample praise to. I love my passion for turning people onto wine, I am … [Read more...]
For those of you reading this article some might be thinking, “ok we’ve done our part for Haiti lets move on…” or some of you even say “Why are we reaching out to Haiti so much when we have people here that need help?” You may be familiar with the phrase “for the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” Human trafficking in Haiti has … [Read more...]
Two of Wine County's Top Chefs have switched jobs Although the we here at Taste of Temecula have known for sometime now, we were asked to keep this under wraps until it was official. Steve Stawinski former Ponte Executive Chef for almost seven years has moved across the street to Wilson Creek Winery's Creekside Grille. When asked about his new job after … [Read more...]
Miramonte Winery, to break ground April 1 on long-awaited expansion. Just announced to the world by Miramonte's owner; Cane Vanderhoof, Miramonte Winery has finally completed the planning process and has had its construction plans approved. Construction on 'Miramonte 2.0' will start on April first. The plans are beautiful on paper and give the winery some … [Read more...]
