February 4, 2012

About Chris Baptiste

A 15-year veteran of the LA music biz and an alum of both SDSU and LB State, Chris Baptiste is a Temecula Valley newbie with far ranging passions and interests: fine wine, wheat beer, rock ‘n’ roll, sushi, hiking, yoga, war movies, fiction thrillers, Facebook, all sports (especially college football), The Daily Show, West Wing, blackjack, day spas (Glen Ivy!), and gorgeous women. But not necessarily in that order…

ToT Interview: Jazz Great Warren Hill

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Internationally-loved Contemporary Jazz saxophonist Warren Hill, who has sold over 1 million albums in his 20 year career and has performed with the likes of Chaka Khan, Faith Hill, Clint Black, Brian Culbertson, and John Tesh (among others), is known for his musically-diverse & energetic live shows. In fact, he has two concerts scheduled this [...]

ToT’s Lunch Meet-Up Travels Back in Time

Hangin' with friends...(Photo by Chris Baptiste)

Taste of Temecula’s went “Olde World” for our most recent bi-weekly Meet-Up Lunch as we enjoyed the European vibe of Barley & Hops Family Tavern – the only true “beer bar” in Temecula. With over 250 beers from around the world to choose from (41 are on tap – wow!), Barley & Hops backs up [...]

South Coast Winery’s Wild Women of Wine Country 5K Fundraiser

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  South Coast Winery’s Wild Women of Wine Country 5K Fundraiser What: South Coast Winery’s Wild Women of Wine Country 5K, a fun and invigorating walk/run through the vineyards of South Coast and Carter Estates and back again. Why: Participating in the 5K and raising donations will help to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs [...]

Western Days in Old Town!

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Old Town Temecula’s Western Days will take place May 21st & 22nd, 2011 and shall include old west skits, high noon shootouts, western music, a working blacksmith, calf roping lessons pony rides, stage coach rides, and a variety of costumed characters. Join the cast from the Temecula Gunfighters, numerous visiting gun fighting clubs, and other [...]

Lorimar Winery’s KC BBQ Wine & Blues Event

Lorimar owner Mark Manfield BBQing. (Lorimar Vineyard & Winery)

{Press Release courtesy of Mindy Smith of Lorimar Vineyard & Winery.} Lorimar Vineyard and Winery host’s it’s 2nd Annual Wine and Blues Event on May 21st featuring Smokin-n-Spicy KC BBQ, wines that dance across the palette, and low down Kansas City blues to uptown string bending blues. The smokers will be in full force all [...]

Thornton Jazz Series is Back!

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  Thornton Winery’s 23rd Annual Champagne Jazz Series launched this past Sunday afternoon with a virtuoso & sterling performance by Rumba/Flamenco guitarist Jesse Cook. Add in superb Thornton wine, a 5-star gourmet meal provided by Executive Chef Steve Pickell of Cafe Champagne, as well as the venue’s Mediterranean-style fountain terrace setting, and it’s easy to [...]

ToT’s “Bionic” Daily Pairing – It’s Even Better Than Before!

Save $$ @ Sorrel Bistro! (Photo by Carl Kravats)

Taste of Temecula is launching The Daily Pairing – version 2.0 – a deal program that saves you 50-90% off on the hottest venues in the Temecula Valley. ToT’s Daily Pairing has a new look, cooler graphics, and an easier, much more customer-friendly functionality. Think of the Six Million Dollar Man – “We can re-build [...]

Jazz Fest @ Vail Lake Resort

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  The 7th Annual Temecula Wine and Music Festival will take place on Saturday, April 30th from 11:00am – 6:00pm at the Vail Lake RV Resort. Over 18 musical acts – from Pop to Jazz to R&B – are set to perform along with 10+ wineries offering some of the best wine in California, including [...]

Jim and Jeannie Miley Photo Exhibit @ The Merc

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Press Release provided by Beatriz Barnett from The Merc. Jim and Jeannie Miley are honored that their work was chosen to be displayed at the Gallery at the Merc in Old Town Temecula. The show opens April 15th and will run through May 18th, 2011. This is the second year they have shown their work [...]

Furry Friends Invited To Doggy Easter Egg Hunt

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Camp Bow Wow Temecula brings dog owners together at local dog park WHO: Camp Bow Wow® provides a fun, safe and upscale environment for dogs to play, romp, and receive lots of love and attention! The facility provides doggy day Camp for clients wishing to drop their dogs off in the morning and pick them [...]