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In Southern California, our food is often as frenetic, disconnected and over-processed as our lives. So I have begun a mission to find fare that is more than just calories or the sum of its ingredients, but is truly nourishing—to the body and the soul. Enter Simply Sharon’s Restaurant & Catering: “Home-style cooking with Louisiana … [Read more...]
The Greek Place Restaurant I absolutely love the flavors of Greek food, so this restaurant was a true pleasure for my palate. Throw in a little belly dancing, flaming cheese, and remarkably gracious service, and it was a feast for the senses! Vassiliki Batzakidou (“Vasso”) opened The Greek Place three years ago on the north-east corner of … [Read more...]
Taste of Temecula found hidden in the crevices of a plain small strip mall, a jewel of a spot, J. Carter’s Tavern Grill. Don’t blink as you round the corner of Murrieta Hot Springs and Alta Murrieta or you might miss it, but deep within the bowels of this plain exterior is a restaurant/bar that has become one my favorite spots. J. Carter’s opened up … [Read more...]
As “The Roving Wino,” I have had the pleasure of sampling some of the finest food and beverages at a variety of eateries. Recently I was recruited by Taste of Temecula to visit local establishments and do what I do best - eat & drink. My first assignment was to join their bi-weekly Meet-Up Lunch held at The Bank. Located in the heart of Old Town … [Read more...]
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 their “beer bar” claim. Personally, I’ve … [Read more...]
WHO… Heyday Events has been providing high quality entertainment covering various genres for 20+ years via its three major services: production, manufacturing and promotion. Officially established in 1988, President of Heyday Robert Rankin Walker (former singer/guitarist for bay area pop stars Caffeine) says he runs the label from the artists’ point of … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
I went to one of my favorite restaurants and discovered on Thursday Nights you can buy their bottles of wine for HALF PRICE! Now there’s another excuse for going to Ravolis! Osteria in Murrieta. Forget that they have perhaps the best Italian food in the Valley....Now 1/2 price wine! We got a bottle of Rudiae Primitivo 2007 - a deep ruby red Italian wine … [Read more...]
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...]
Feelings of anticipation and excitement always wash over me as I head to a Taste of Temecula Meet and Greet. Being new to the area, almost all the eateries are virgin territory and ToT’s choices never disappoint. Sorrel Restaurant / Bistro, a hidden Temecula gem, was another thrill in my exploration of local food delights. With an inviting, Old World … [Read more...]
