May 17, 2012

Middle Ridge, Black Market Host Beer vs. Wine Throwdown

Winemaker Chris Johnston (left) and brewmaster Andrew Marshall. (courtesy photo)

Call it a taste off, smack down, or plain old fashioned throwdown. Whatever the description, Chris Johnston and Andrew Marshall will host a Beer vs. Wine Challenge at the Taste of Temecula Valley event in front of the Civic Center in Old Town Temecula on April 30th from 4 to 10 p.m. Johnston (winemaker for Middle Ridge Winery) and Marshall (owner … [Read more...]

Chef Steve Stawinski, Creekside Grille

Chef Steve Stawinski, Creekside Grille

Chef Stawinski is the new Executive Chef at the Creekside Grille at Wilson Creek Winery in the Temecula A.V. A. The Creekside Grille is tucked into the back courtyard of the picturesque family-owned winery and features unpretentious cuisine with ingenious twists on classic technique. It's familiar territory but full of little surprises. No stranger to Wine … [Read more...]

Sidewalk Art in Old Town Temecula

Sidewalk Art in Old Town Temecula

Last weekend the new Civic Square and surrounding areas around the new City Hall was inundated with artists of all ages and skill-levels with the goal of decorating the streets with temporary art in pastels and chalk. Participation in this event was open to all and free of charge. The City even provided free chalk to anyone that needed one. Artwork ranged … [Read more...]

Huge line at Apple Store.

Huge line at Apple Store.

The I-Phone 4 was released yesterday...and the line was huge. People started arriving at 2:00am at the Apple Store at the Promenade Mall in Temecula to stake their place in line. Apple was kind enough to provide umbrellas to keep the sun at bay. … [Read more...]

The Tilted Kilt comes to town

The Tilted Kilt comes to town

Taste of Temecula was invited to the VIP soft-opening of the newest Tilted Kilt, Sports Pub, located at the Promenade Mall in Temecula, at the former location of the Iron Wok. Our party was greeted warmly at the door by some of the most outgoing and friendly door staff I have ever met, so the evening started on a very positive note. The entire staff of … [Read more...]

Sidewalk Painting and Plein Air Festival in Old Town this weekend.

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As part of the Summerfest 2010 activites the city is sponsoring it's annual sidewalk painting in Old Town Temecula this weekend. Skill levels run the gauntlet from children's doodles to serious multi-day works of art from professional artists. Simaltaneously is the Ralph Love Plein Air Festival featuring artists painting at various locations throughout Old … [Read more...]

Columnists needed

Columnists needed

You're an expert in your field, have you ever considered writing a monthly article? Taste of Temecula is growing and looking for professionals to write a monthly column. We are just shy of 15,000 unique viewers per month and continue to grow at over 30% monthly, and have an awesome rapport with our readership. If you are an professional in your field who … [Read more...]

Microbrew Festival, Pechanga Resort and Casino, July 10th

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July 10th, 1pm - 5pm Pechanga Grand Ballroom Price: $50 Per Person This event sold out last year, so book your tickets early. Come Experience Tastes From Award Winning Micro Breweries Including: Bayhawk Ales Eel River Brewing Company Eurobrew Hangar 24 Brewery Howe Sound Brewing Company Stone Brewing Company Enjoy Tastes … [Read more...]

Free 15th Annual Pechanga Pow Wow Returns on 4th of July Weekend

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Event’s fireworks display will be held evening of July 3rd The event takes place July 2 - 4th, click for schedule (PDF), PowWow2010 Three days of fun for the family, don't miss the fireworks show, July 3rd at 8:30 pm. … [Read more...]

Taste of La Cresta

Taste of La Cresta

We were invited to spend a wonderful afternoon at the beautiful Hall and Oaks ranch in La Cresta for the Taste of La Cresta fund raising event. Numerous local wineries, breweries, restaurants, artists and artisan craftsman were in attendance. Add to this a classic car show, silent auction, and live entertainment, it was the ultimate way to enjoy a … [Read more...]